It seems to be part of the zeitgeist, running races needs more and more organization, security, etc. It raises the prices. The Berlin marathon subscription has increased again this year: it was 60 euros minimum for early subscribers.
Despite this, I decided to consider subscribing again to the event. Good point for my training motivation. The business is still the same, and extra goodies are still so expensive, without any tee-shirt offered.
Anyway, Berlin, I hope to see you in September 2010.