I think the U.P. 200 is finally just getting the attention it has deserved. It's always been a premiere event. With the turnout we've seen this evening, it shows that it's the premiere event, especially as far as the Midwest goes and the lower 48 (states). |
The person who can best read their dog team, as far as what rest is needed, is probably going to be the winner at the end of the race. |
The U.P. 200 is just so intense for competition. If you lose 20 minutes in the Iditarod, most likely it's not going to cost you a place. If you lose 20 minutes in the U.P. 200, it could cost you five places. |