Allen and his 13 team mates are currently resting in Slaven’s Cabin. They have been there for about one hour at the time of writing.
They will rest a few hours there before embarking on the 60 mile run to Circle. The trail report we received in Dawson said ‘Windblown rough ice for a few miles out of Slavens. Windblown ice and hard packed snow after the Woodchipper Cr crossing.” Richard Smith Cabin (40 miles out of Circle) is stocked with wood. 26 miles from Circle the trail jumps up off the Yukon and enters the beaver sloughs and portage. Good shelter from wind for the next 5 miles. Caribou in this stretch. 20 Miles out of Circle the trail passes a rough shelter cabin. More snow as you approach Circle, trail could be blown in.”
The handler crew is currently travelling up the Steese Highway and will meet the team in Circle. They will all enjoy the hospitality of the remote checkpoint and they will report back on the team asap. We are unsure of wifi accessibility up there so we’ll get what details we can to you.
Safe travels to everyone. Allen arrived at Slaven’s Cabin 70+ minutes ahead of Brent. This race keeps reminding me of Los Tres Amigos, Allen, Brent and Hugh. I hope the Black team gets some much deserved rest at Slaven’s Cabin and are able to keep up the amazing effort that they have put into this race so far. The Black team is so impressive this year.
I see Allen and the Black Team are on the move again….hopefully the wind and ice isnt too bad for them and the Caribou excites the dogs along the way….looking forward to seeing them in Circle! Safe travels again for the Handler crew!
Thank you for the update.I hope the Black Team keeps the lead in the race and finishes first. They have a great chance of winning. Go Black Team!
Ditto Becky! Some extra rest for the dogs anyway. Sounds like the weather may be changing again.
Not so cold but wind and snow. Safe Travels Black Team!! Go Allen!!!!!
Allen is running a fabulous race as usual. Go SPK dogs keep the pace your great musher is guiding you on. Get those noses in front in Fairbanks. Thanks for update.
I love seeing Allen’s dog bouncing along in the front. The 4 pack are still staying tight, sharing the trail breaking. Exciting to watch! Thanks as always for the updates.