What is the toughest obstacle to overcome when racing the Iditarod?
I think the toughest obstacle to overcome in the Iditarod is probably sleep deprivation and the ability to make sound and quick decisions while sleepy and tired. The trail and terrain is such a wide range of obstacles, every day is like being on a different planet. Try adding bumps and bruises and sleepy and aching, then the care of sixteen hungry, tired huskies, every 6 hours for 9 to 14 days. They say you are supposed to train harder than the race so the race is supposed to be easier. But remember, you aren’t the only one out there since there will be 70 to 90 teams spread out hundreds of miles, doing the same thing, maybe slower, most likely faster if you’re a rookie. Alaska and the Iditarod are unmerciful and unapologetic, regardless if you’re a man or woman, Eskimo or white, rookie or champion. The wind will blow, the snow will fall and hell will at least once fall upon you during the race. That’s what makes the Iditarod so fierce and sought out, it’s a life-changing experience I’
