Ironman Track Underrated

aeffertz wrote:

I think the reason it's "underrated" is because of the in-person spectator aspect isn't tyhat great. This track (if it isn't a mudder) always produces great...

I think the reason it's "underrated" is because of the in-person spectator aspect isn't tyhat great. This track (if it isn't a mudder) always produces great racing. James was onto something when he mentioned how wide every section of the track is. Absolutely one of the best tracks on our circuit.

aeffertz wrote:

I think the reason it's "underrated" is because of the in-person spectator aspect isn't tyhat great. This track (if it isn't a mudder) always produces great...

I think the reason it's "underrated" is because of the in-person spectator aspect isn't tyhat great. This track (if it isn't a mudder) always produces great racing. James was onto something when he mentioned how wide every section of the track is. Absolutely one of the best tracks on our circuit.

stremme12 wrote:

I've been to a lot of tracks and I really think Ironman is great for a spectator. There's plenty of shade and they provide adequate bathrooms...

I've been to a lot of tracks and I really think Ironman is great for a spectator. There's plenty of shade and they provide adequate bathrooms, food and drink vendors every single year. Some tracks have really struggled to spend the extra $$$ to get the necessary concessions and bathrooms to meet the demand. Ironman also allows you to bring in any food, beer and water you want. Just pack it right in while other tracks have rules to make you buy concessions. 

Zycki11 wrote:

Am I the only one who thinks Ironman is top 3 for outdoor tracks? I wish they could find a way to make it a more...

Am I the only one who thinks Ironman is top 3 for outdoor tracks? I wish they could find a way to make it a more prevalent race because it is too good to be lost when titles are basically decided. Obviously schedule changed this year etc. just hoping in the future it can find a new time slot. 

aeffertz wrote:

I think the reason it's "underrated" is because of the in-person spectator aspect isn't tyhat great. This track (if it isn't a mudder) always produces great...

I think the reason it's "underrated" is because of the in-person spectator aspect isn't tyhat great. This track (if it isn't a mudder) always produces great racing. James was onto something when he mentioned how wide every section of the track is. Absolutely one of the best tracks on our circuit.

stremme12 wrote:

I've been to a lot of tracks and I really think Ironman is great for a spectator. There's plenty of shade and they provide adequate bathrooms...

I've been to a lot of tracks and I really think Ironman is great for a spectator. There's plenty of shade and they provide adequate bathrooms, food and drink vendors every single year. Some tracks have really struggled to spend the extra $$$ to get the necessary concessions and bathrooms to meet the demand. Ironman also allows you to bring in any food, beer and water you want. Just pack it right in while other tracks have rules to make you buy concessions. 

aeffertz wrote:

Oh, I agree 100% on that! I guess I meant the viewing aspect isn't that great if you want to see multiple sections. The facility itself...

Oh, I agree 100% on that! I guess I meant the viewing aspect isn't that great if you want to see multiple sections. The facility itself is one of the best for amenities.

It could also be overlooked because it's always at the tail end of the season as mentioned earlier. I'm not shitting on the track at all, just trying to point out areas why it might not be getting the hype it deserves. Pala has to be the worst track for a spectator I have personally been to from every aspect; parking/entry/exit, viewing, atmosphere, shade, amenities, etc.