Allen left Circle at 7:48 pm AST with 11 dogs. Bridgett was very pleased with the attitude of the dogs and the musher as they pulled out. Nothing like 8 hours of rest, some good food and a place to warm up to lift the spirits. Allen is planning to stop on his way to Central, probably arriving some time mid-morning.
Allen & Black Team At Circle
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From Official Yukon Quest Flickr Page
The report on the dogs is that Biscuit is STILL in lead and is as crazy as ever. Nacho had great energy leaving, wagging his tail and just ready to go. Quito and Meg are 100 percent there. A very nice looking team leaving Circle.
Allen & Black Team At Circle
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From Official Yukon Quest Flickr Page
Allen had dropped Rambler at Slavens for a bicep problem. Rambler flew in earlier today and is now with Bridgett. Allen also dropped Beemer before leaving Circle, but not for any major issue. He was just tired. Both dogs are eating well and are currently curled up in the dog boxes.
Allen & Black Team At Circle
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From Official Yukon Quest Flickr Page
Tonight will be very cold for Allen. It is currently 42 below here and colder in Circle and colder still on the rivers. The most amazing comment to me that Allen made was that he was “warm.” He is a tough man!
Allen & Black Team At Circle
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From Official Yukon Quest Flickr Page
On the home front, Ryne, Aliy and I just finished closing up the Iditarod Food Drop Bags. Everything is ready to be dropped off at the shipping company tomorrow morning. We will let you know how many pound both Aliy and Allen are sending out on the trail. Anyone want to guess?
Allen & Black Team At Circle
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From Official Yukon Quest Flickr Page
There are so many great pictures of Allen and the dogs on the Yukon Quest YouTube Page. You can see them at http://www.flickr.com/photos/yukonquest/.
2000 pounds
Sure I'll take guess at the weight. Based on some previous year's figures, I'll say 3,257.
Thanks for the update on the status of the drop bags and how Allen is doing – loving all the Flickr photos devoted to Allen and the SPK dogs at Circle – nearly a whole page!
May the Black Team continue to keep running smart and steady – Eagle Summit awaits.
Thanks again for such wonderful pictures!
I meant 2000 per person.
It is well known that women pack more than they need.
But this time I think, Allen’s snacks are not send out there.
So, I guess the total weight will be 3140 pounds.
Weight guess: 2,348 lbs
Love the updates on the YQ.
SP Kennel rocks when it comes to information and insights into racing.