Ironman Passport Question

It’s that time again, and I have a question. Does one have to sign up for the Ironman Pasport club each year, i.e. renew, at $50 annually? I signed up last year for the sole purpose of improving my chances in the lottery. Other than the card with my name on it, I am unaware of any other advantages or perks associated with the club membership. Is there something I am missing? I haven’t had the need to do any shopping with the discount to date. TIA.

If you want the extra lottery chances asociated with the Passport Club then yes, you do have to “renew” your membership. And no, there really are not any other tangible benefits associated with being in the club. Well…except for the free pair of oddly sized socks they sent out the year I signed up for it!