(Spoiler warning: If you want the story behind this photo, read below. If you just want to enjoy its pricelessness, don’t!) Aliy texted me a little while ago: “I’m awake… Wanna chat?” So, I went to Bridgett’s place and sat down with “the Boss” to talk about dropped dogs. After … Read More
In our last episode of “Aliy Cam” — before the start/finish diversion — Aliy and the dogs were on their way into Unalakleet after pushing through a ground blizzard. In this episode, we join the Team leaving Unalakleet in another ground blizzard, working its way down the frozen river to … Read More
Thanks to all of you who have inquired about dropped dogs… We know you love and care about them as much as we do. The bottom line is that they all seem to be fine. Most of them are already here in Nome with us, including ChaCha, Chica, Homebrew, etc… … Read More
Dingle, a truly fantastic young dog who finished in lead for the Red Team — practically in single-lead if you consider that Rosie was next to him! Does it get any cuter than that?
Just because we’ve been focused on the Red Team’s finish this morning doesn’t mean we aren’t keeping track of the Black Team! Allen and 12 dogs checked into Elim at 10:30 this morning, so we’re betting they’re close to wrapping up a nice rest before heading out through Golovin to … Read More
While Aliy and the dogs are sleeping, I thought I’d share their Iditarod finish in Nome from their point of view. I think you will find this video very moving, and even a little amusing with Rosie wanting to stop for pats from all the spectators. When Aliy wakes up, … Read More
I am delighted — and quite impressed, actually — to report that the “Aliy Cam” survived the Iditarod! As you know, a crash early in the race wiped out the camera’s mount, but the camera itself never quit. In fact, it worked very well throughout, even when Aliy was sure … Read More
SP Kennel’s Red Team have just finished Iditarod 2010. Aliy Zirkle and eight fantastic dogs — Dingle, Rose, Bullet, Skittles, Tony, Nutmeg, Biscuit & Tatfish — crossed under Nome’s famous burled Arch in 16th position after only 9 days, 18 hours. This was Aliy’s fastest time ever in her ten … Read More
The first chip from Aliy’s camera did arrive back in Two Rivers the morning after I left, but Kaz just brought it with her to Nome so I’ve at least got it now. A quick scan was all it took to see that you’ve got some incredible footage coming your … Read More
One last video for you from this camera chip of Aliy and the Team running into Unalakleet. The first part is shot about 30 miles out and Aliy shares her views of the beautiful scenery and the different kinds of trail markers along the way. The last part picks up … Read More
