This past Sunday at Toughman I got an opportunity to register for Challenge Roth. I've been thinking about it a lot, am very much on the fence, and curious to hear from other US age groupers who have traveled to Roth with their family.

In the "yes, go to Roth!" column: I have no doubt it's an incredible, iconic race and would be an awesome experience for the whole family.

In the "no, don't go" column: my wife and I have four kids aged 2, 9, 12, and 14 and I'm sure the cost of traveling to Germany and racing Roth will add up quick. I was also planning on a run focus next season (the 13.1 at Toughman was the longest run I've done in 4 years...) with a fall marathon as my A race along with some sprint/oly/half triathlons along the way. I certainly wasn't considering a 140.6 in July until last weekend.

Can anyone ballpark the cost of a trip to Roth in July for a family of six?? I've been searching through lots of options but my estimates are all over the place.

If I decide to register, is the smart move to scrap the idea of an October marathon A race? Or could Roth be a great fitness boost if I take the race somewhat casually?

Thanks!