rrheisler wrote:
I'm not going to delve too far into specifics, but:
- Park rental starts much earlier on race week;
- Police are incredibly expensive in this area;
- Shuttle busses will also require shift changes in drivers (max time they can be on for is 14 hours), which increases cost.
wouldnt be surprised if the cost of permits were higher than in the past. the communities in the area were not thrilled about hosting the race again and put up a fight. only way to appease them is maybe with some funds.
also, to the point about the road conditions. i did the half in 2016 and it was raining so at times, hard to see the potholes and crevices, and the outlines washed away. that steep area, maybe make it a no pass zone. i understand limiting the speed is tough on a few skilled riders. i know i was riding my brakes down the whole way for the half and olympic when i did that race.
would they cap the registration? maybe? i agree that the full swim would have helped spread the people out some more. and any of us that live in CT shouldnt be surprised by the road conditions. not just the tough winters, but the lack of money for repairing infrastructure. maybe if IM gave some money to fix the roads it would also help with good will among the angry residents.