These aspects of chasing are so vital. The thrill aspect is definitely there for most people who chase, and I think that it takes a special kind of person to do it successfully. They know how to stay out of the way of these things for the most part, and have developed good contingency plans in case something should go wrong. It is a dangerous activity, but then there are degrees of risk associated with everything. The same attitude is out there when it comes to chasing too.
Chasers are a vital link in the chain.
Every community out here where I live needs good chasers. I do tend to question people from areas with little experience with the monster storms that come up out here, coming out for a joyride on their own in the spring. Too many chasers clog roads and can hamper emergency personnel from doing their jobs. And some people just simply don't know how to gauge the incredible power of these storms and do put themselves in questionable circumstances. There were countless times that we would drive around looking for funnels during the day.