It seems that some folks have forgotten that there are now 2 paths to the Runoffs. One via the Majors program and one through the divisonal programs. Both are on fairly equal footing and provide two options for our members.
Most folks don't realize how differently thing are done around the country and frankly, one program can't fit all circumstances. Some areas have strong local racing, some have strong national racing. The regions and divisions were allowed the freedom to design the divisional path any way they wanted. In some areas, like the West coast there's still some towing envolved in other areas very little travel is needed.
I urge everyone to review their respective divisional programs and decide accordingly. As far as what used to be called regional racing, it still exists. There will be regional type series like SARRC and MARRS if you want to run those. Run your local events and decide for yourself if you want to go to the runoffs or not.
Remember, even the Runoffs is going to move around the country. I can't think of a more flexible way to represent our members.