[Qiviut]

Day two update:

http://www.thealaskalife.com/featured/iron-dog-2014-day-2-update/

Team 11 had to tow back to Skwentna last night and called a 6 hour layover. The repair was supposedly a sensor and an easy 5 minute fix. It looks like they started back out for Shell lake, then had to return again to Skwentna. They must have a major problem .... per Iron Dog:

“Team #11 Update. Our Race Marshals just informed us that Todd & Tyler are planning to leave soon from Skwentna. They will tow back to Big Lake for repairs, and intend to continue just as soon as they can!”

Team 11 is currently on the move back towards Big Lake:
1a-Todd Palin

Status

Race Status Active
Last Update Rec’d 11:10:03 AM (AKST) 02/17/14
Current speed 39.3 mph
Route mile 36.92 mi

[onyx]

Thank you so much!!
I had missed it.

I’ll try my best to “get current” ASAP

[Jemian]

Well, bummer. Team 11 has scratched. I’m sorry to hear this, but, that is the way things happen sometime.

Still, it is an exciting race and I will be following it to the finish.

[onyx]

Hi! For anyone interested, this is Todd and Tyler from Iron Dog Team #11 writing from Sarah’s Facebook page.

Disappointed on the trail today, but keeping everything in perspective. Due to a rare mechanical issue that was impossible to fix on the trail, we’ll be cheering on the other teams the rest of the race. I’ve been enjoying this endurance race for decades now, and you never can tell how it’s going to turn out for any team. There’s always inexplicable circumstances arising and you never know what mother nature will challenge you with out there. But it’s always rewarding and worth the effort.

This race, like everything else in life, is a gamble. Our advice is to find your passion, don’t procrastinate, and just do it! This isn't a dress rehearsal. It doesn’t matter how many times you get knocked down, what matters is how many times you get back up. As Sarah likes to say, live life vibrantly! Having the freedom to tackle challenges like this is what makes America amazing.

We’re incredibly grateful for all the supporters that make the world's ultimate snowmachine race happen every year. It wouldn’t be possible without our rural communities that connect the trail, celebrate this event, and cheer on every participant. You keep us going, bush Alaska! You’re our foundation! Thank you so much for all you guys do.

Keep the other racers in your prayers.

Also, thanks so much for pledging in the fund raiser to fight breast cancer with the awesome “Bring Home the Pink” campaign. You can still support the Ski-Doo teams involved in this great cause by pledging here: http://www.gofundme.com/67f7gs

Quyana,

Todd & Tyler
Team #11