I had an email in my inbox when I got home tonight: Entries for Alcatraz 2004 will not be first-come, first-served. Instead, there will be combination of entry by random drawing (with some preference for those who have competed in the race multiple times already), plus regional qualifying races for most of the remaining spots. Ouch! Shouldn't a few entries be reserved for those without great luck or great triathlon speed, but an outstanding ability to stay up late, type quickly, and maintain an Internet connection with the registration website?

Is Wildflower next?