Away from the spotlight that is directed towards the frontrunners of the Iditarod, other races are taking place further back on the trail. Mushers in the middle or back of the field might be trying to climb up a few positions in the standings, or they might be challenging themselves just to keep moving down the trail.
Tim Bodony, APRN
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