The money can be good if you're among the top finishers. Over the years Zirkle has earned more than $460,000 from the Iditarod, and the paychecks from her three Yukon Quest finishes totaled $42,000. 23 сент. 2019 г.
How much does a sled dog race make?
In Iditarod wins alone, Kristy has won more than $27,000 and Anna $23,000. The Iditarod pays a purse of $500,000 split among the top 20 finishers. Finishers who don't place in the top 20 all receive a symbolic $1,049 check — one dollar for every mile run.
How much does a sled dog team cost?
Some mushers will lease an entire dog team and race and train with a kennel. Leasing a dog team can be very costly, often ranging from $15,000 to $20,000 for one season! Still others will purchase or breed all of their own dogs.
How much is a good sled dog?
Seppo – $3,000 – He's the kind of dog that I can hook up and forget. Leader or follower, he's fast, bomb proof, and a key dog on the team. Magnus – $800 – He's an Alaskan, nuf said. Runs great in team or wheel, hook up and forget too but don't run him in lead.
How many dogs does a dog sled need?
A team of 6 to 8 dogs can pull a sled and its driver at speeds of more than 20 miles (30 km) per hour. Teams usually start at intervals and race against the clock. Usually, dogs cannot be added to a team during a leg of a race, and a tired or injured dog must be carried in the sled until the end of that segment.
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