hadukla wrote:
HuffNPuff wrote:
Sounds like a baseless rumor unless Messick is one of those people you heard it from. The evidence suggesting that it will not change is that WTC has made it easier to continually validate once you do reach 12. Previously you had to continue to complete an IM each year up to the year you race Kona. Now, you can validate with a 70.3 or even a WTC owned 5150 (or you can still do another IM). If their intent was to raise it to 14, why would they be making easier to stay on the Legacy list once you've been accepted?
Did they announce that change somewhere? Looking at the site, it still says validation requires full-distances. I would love for that to go away.
No, they didn't announce it. WTC is severely understaffed and doesn't update it's websites like they should. However, all of us receiving Legacy spots in the past year received a letter outlining what to do to stay current. See example below:
For the record, I've validated 2018 with 1 Ironman and 2 70.3s. Another 2018 IM is on deck.
Aloha Paul,
Thank you for your passion of IRONMAN and for the commitment to reaching your dream to compete at the IRONMAN World Championship. Below is an update of your status in the IRONMAN Legacy Program.
You are guaranteed selection for the 2019 IRONMAN World Championship. To maintain your eligibility please note the following requirements:
Complete ONE of the following events each year leading up to the year of your guaranteed selection:
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IRONMAN (140.6)
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IRONMAN 70.3
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5150
Provide proof of completion to your validating event to
legacy@ironman.com each year leading up to the year of your guaranteed IRONMAN World Championship.