>I thought autocrossing was really expensive relative to other activities, 
>so rather than buy a new car, I bought a new bike, thinking boy am I being 
>practical and frugal.
>
>Then I entered three triathlons and one open water swim (from Alcatraz). 
>Total cost, in entries alone: 415 bucks.
>
>This is what happens when you balance a checkbook and you can see where 
>your money goes. Don't do it.
Katie,
If a triathalon event can be loosely compared to an autocross, you might 
want to look into a criterium, which would be like a road race. It's more 
like running with a swarm of bees, though.
Entry fees are generally $35 a race, which lasts 30-50 minutes, and $5 less 
if you are licensed and afiliated with a club. The good news is that if you 
can finish in the top 7 or so, you will at least get your money back.
You'll have to unbolt those silly triathalon bars, though.
Regards,
Rob
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