The Yukon Quest sled dog race which kicks off on Saturday in Whitehorse isn't quite the race it used to be, and some younger mushers say they're just fine with that.
This year's UP200, Midnight Run and the Jack Pine 30 sled dog races have been cancelled, Upper Peninsula Sled Dog Association President Darlene Walch said.
The ultra race that bills itself as the world's coldest and toughest is back. This year, organizers are urging competitors and spectators to bring studs and spikes.