Having been peripherally involved with the sport of dog sled racing for a number of years due to Aliy’s participation, and having a technical leaning, I have found the design and evolution of racing dog sleds very interesting. Both the sled that Aliy will start on in Iditarod 35, 2007, … Read More
The Iditarod starting banquet is a huge production, with thousands in attendance. At last night’s event, Susan Butcher’s huge accomplishments were honored. Major race sponsors (e.g. Wells Fargo Bank , Alaska Airlines, Anchorage Dodge Chrysler, GCI Telecommunications) took the opportunity to showcase their businesses. The Iditarod leadership introduced the organizers. … Read More
The dogs arrived in Anchorage Thursday night from Fairbanks. They were happy to escape the steady 40 below nights, even if it is a bit windier here. They all look great. Aliy and Allen have them out at the track for a short stretch out as I write this. We … Read More
