Kyle Hopkins, Author at Valley News

Charley Bejna plans to take advantage of the new cellphone rule by carrying an iPhone loaded with notes about individual dogs and overall race tactics. While cellphone coverage is rare along the 1,000-mile trail, Bejna said it will be a comfort knowing he might be able to call for help if necessary. MUST CREDIT: Kyle Hopkins

Times Are Changing: Phones Allowed at Iditarod

by Kyle Hopkins The Washington PostMarch 3, 2017

Anchorage, Alaska — For the first time, mushers beginning the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race on Monday will be allowed to carry iPhones and Androids alongside their axes and snowshoes. In this most old-school of endurance sports, the change has…

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