back to the thread topic...

most of the 'prizes' offered are not needed (already have or do not want).
So, with that, are they not limiting themselves to webmasters that want the 'prize'?
As an example I'll use mp3 players: now, what web master or whom here does not have one (for those that are in to them)?

If they offered cash, or (as one of the bigger sponsors offers) something like ClubX points with a catalogue of items available, I MIGHT be somewhat swayed to join, but to be truly honest, I do not trust that concept.

Oh, how about an Internext package as the 'prize' - includes registration and hotel (The Venetian, Luxor or similar). Now what webmaster wouldn't want that?