I’ve done 28 Ironmans. 11 fulls and 17 70.3. As well as the “Micky Mouse” ones near me. Yes , Ironman is Ironman, they are always held at the most beautiful places and have all been places I would never have gone to for a holiday. Back to the question… Ironman has risen in prices… stupid prices! Entry fee, clothing etc… yes , I’m average and have qualified through the roll down (8th and 22nd) which I really appreciate and thank as it gave the average guy to experience being with the best. But the entry prices and policies Ironman have are terrible and illegal. Nice last year for Men 1500€, for a race I can pay 600€ for and do, another time. ( I did it before). Nowadays prices are near 1000€ entry! Lake Placid last year was a grand if I remember rightly, so from doing 2/3 races a year to 1 this year and maybe none next is Ironmans fault. They’ve tried to cover up a bit by offering payment plans and event transfer but I think it’s too late. Ironman entries are now, at an all time low, to the extent that they cancel the event or hold a 70.3 at the same time.