I'm surprised there were so many made the effort when I saw that you were handling the input Graham. That's not to besmirch your knowledge or experience, but anyone who has seen the forum and how you handle those who hold an alternative opinion may well put people off trying.
AI - makes a lot of sense what you say.
At the FRA permitted relays I held in February I flashed "under FRA Rules" all over the entry form and advised that runners should have full kit available and yet one athlete who happened to be team captain expressed concern that it was a bit "felly".
I pointed out said athletes signature on the entry form - well yes I know said the athlete, but when I saw it was at Witton Park I didn't expect ......
I took it as a compliment
But it does go to show how little sometimes is taken in of the information that is put out.