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Originally Posted by Simon S
why the restrictions still? why not just make it open?
(I would not want to run any of these....)
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That's the ideal scenario. This is just an improvement over what previously existed. Seems there's a vested interest in their not relaxing the tyre regulations entirely.
It's surprising Dunlop isn't (for what ever reason) a featured option.
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Originally Posted by Axeman444
Lack of Spectators + Reduction in entry lists = less exposure of the sponsoring brand. Not sure what is odd about that?
seems similar to an event many people think should be drawn & quartered in the Harbour City.
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I'd argue the latter has increased (albeit marginally) since the event's ethos has changed. The crowd figures, and entry list volume decreases are factual.
It seems if anything, the event's exposure has increased. Media coverage is far more comprehensive than in prior years. There's a decent amount of average folk that seem to know about the event - as to whether the follow is another matter.
It's possible ArmorAll's decision was made well in advance. As they've stated, the three year contract period is over. They've elected against renewing that contract.
Anything like this is a long-term investment - it's an iterative development. Evidently, they've decided it's not within their interests.