I've been wondering about them, too. I've been wanting to do one of their events (I actually like the idea of only having 16 full distance competitors) but it hasn't fit into the schedule/vacation plans. I'm on their e-mail lists and it seems even that has become a bit quieter over the last 6 months or so. I really want to see some of these organizations do well, as having choices benefits us as consumers. But, with HITS' lack of growth and Rev 3's move away from pro purses and loss of the West Virginia race, it seems like the cost/benefit analysis of a traveling, nationwide series isn't working in too many organization's favor. You can go down the list and see some pretty obvious trends:

HITS - no growth.
Rev 3 - no more pro purses, WV out. Had already lost Portland. Mexico expansion has potential?
Toughman - continues to expand with new races - worth watching.
Challenge - continuing to expand in North America. Since their U.S. races haven't run yet, still need to see how things shake out.
Leadman - initially seemed like this had the potential to have more races, but seem to have settled in with Tempe and Bend. Not sure if this is good or not.

Of course, this is n=1 perception. Please tell me I'm wrong on much of this and all is well!

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Travis Rassat
Vector Cycle Works
Noblesville, IN
BikeFit Instructor | FMS | F.I.S.T. | IBFI
Toughman Triathlon Series Ambassador