We got the Black Team out of Pelly safely and they headed down the trail with a sled full of food, straw and equipment for camping along the way. It is a gorgeous morning here, we surely are in a beautiful part of the world. The Black Team leaves Pelly … Read More
Allen and the Black team pulled out of Carmacks after a little over five hours of rest, with Brent Sass right on his tail. The dogs were ready to get going again and they left out of the checkpoint with sisters Quito and Chica leading the way. Allen had a … Read More
Aliy has left Lydia and Wedgy with us in Carmacks. They both got a bit dehydrated and over exerted themselves a little so it is best they don’t carry on with the race. Once they are hydrated, have a good rest and a big hot meal, they should be just fine! … Read More
As I write this, both the Black and the Red teams are resting in Carmacks. I managed to sit down with Allen as he was having a bite to eat and ask him about the trail. He said it was mostly like a racetrack! There were some sections of jumble … Read More
The Black team came into Braeburn lunging and yelling to keep going at 10.58pm. Coming into a checkpoint is where you get to see Chica really animated and, although I was a bit away from the team as they pulled in (Ray met them at the check-in spot to guide … Read More
The handler crew has arrived in Braeburn – famous for their plate sized burgers and enormous cinnamon buns! The Lodge is packed with officials, volunteers, media, handlers and supporters all checking the trackers on our various mobile devices. At the time of writing Allen is around 10 miles out and … Read More
The weather forecast shows cold temperatures and winds adding a big chill factor to the race. Actually, those of us here in Whitehorse don’t need a forecast to tell us that! All the mushers and officials are keeping a close eye on the forecast and are hoping the “warming trend” … Read More
The SP Kennel Red Team has started the Yukon Quest 300! As Aliy made her last minute survey of the team, it took several human handlers to hold back her eager dogs. Just seconds before they hit the trail, Junior got a quick pep talk from Ray. She’s ready! Stand … Read More
