I can't see why the BB can't be included if they come up with a date that is before the fling.
People that are towards the front of the series have to plan their racing, and training accordingly (otherwise, they would be unlikely to be near the front), between now and the Fling there are all of sort of other races that have been booked and paid for.
Frankly, the BB was already a bit of a pain because it coincided with the Tour of Timor.
Since thinking this 3/4 or 2/4 or whatever, I have argued either way given my mood.
Currently, I think 3 from 4 is fairest.
People (including myself) have made an effort to get to the races - in some cases at personal expense (Husky getting moved had financial implications) singularly to remain competitive in the series.
In the same way that a random mechanical failure can end anyones 'series' (so maybe its best not to race the lightest tyres etc) its best to get early scores on the board safely and then have options. What we face now is a reason why we got the scores on the board.
I'm currently in the 3 results from 4 races camp. It wont be popular at home as the other half has only two results to count, but "thems the breaks".
I like the fact that this is being discussed though. Cyclenation and Real Insurance have injected huge passion, and built real commitment in what is really only V1.0 of the series. I hope (and will be doing my best to ensure) that they arent too put off by the bad luck this year (Angry Doc cancelled, Husky rained out and moved, and now BB postponed/cancelled).
We need this sort of thing for the sport to grow.
More local MTB racing and support on Cycling Central. Yes please.