Do it! Registration is closing the 31st. From yesterday on they will take all applications until then and give you an answer by January 15th. The cap is 80 riders
I'll have a ponder about it over a few beers. Current main bike is near enough what you're riding now with bigger tyres so reckon ideal, but I've never ridden for a single purpose or competitively, so not sure how to mentally prepare really.
much much tempted.