All of this talk about rules, safety, IM North America, and so on has got me thinking about a sticker shock I recently received while looking to sign up for my races for next year.
IMNA rates for races have gone through the roof over the past couple of years. For both IM and 1/2 IM IMNA sponsored events.
The justification from IMNA of the increase has been for more marshallng, more amenities, safety, etc....
Since my first IM race in 98' until now the entry fee has increased by 30-40%. This included 1/2 IM qualifiers such as Eagleman and Buffalo Springs.
I see no increase in safety, no additional amenities, and no more marshaling than in years past. I understand that "behind the scenes" prices may have gone up but by 30-40%???
Does anyone else share this observation?
I'm well aware that the price will go up as long as the market allows but when will this bubble burst?
IMNA rates for races have gone through the roof over the past couple of years. For both IM and 1/2 IM IMNA sponsored events.
The justification from IMNA of the increase has been for more marshallng, more amenities, safety, etc....
Since my first IM race in 98' until now the entry fee has increased by 30-40%. This included 1/2 IM qualifiers such as Eagleman and Buffalo Springs.
I see no increase in safety, no additional amenities, and no more marshaling than in years past. I understand that "behind the scenes" prices may have gone up but by 30-40%???
Does anyone else share this observation?
I'm well aware that the price will go up as long as the market allows but when will this bubble burst?