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Seriously why are you asking this question? It is "so long" because the people who started the Iditarod used it to transport medicine to the really sick people and it became a race because it was for fun and it got longer after the years. SO BASICALLY THEY WANTED THE MUSHERS TO TRY HARDER
What else can I help you with?
How long is the jr iditarod?
The jr Iditarod is about 154 miles long.
Is the Junior Iditarod race as long as the Iditarod race?
no of corse by alot
What is interesting about the Iditarod?
Whats interesting about the Iditarod is that its a 1,500 mile long race across Alaska that lasts a long time.
How long is the trail of the Iditarod?
1,500 miles long
Why is the iditarod race course so long?
It is a test of strength, agility, stamina, and willpower. Not to mention the teamwork!
Do they win a trophy in the Iditarod?
in the Jr. Iditarod Race there is a trophy so i guess there is one.
What do mushers do during the iditarod?
They can't run so they just get ran over during the iditarod .
Where does the Iditarod trail get its name from?
There is a town on the iditarod trail named idtarod, so they named the trail after it i guess.
How long has Ryan Redington been racing in the iditarod?
For as long as he can hold onto his sled
How long is the Iditarod trail?
the iditarod trail is actually about 1049 miles this is because Alaska is over 1000 miles and it is the 49th state.The Iditarod Trail is 1,600 kilometers, or 994.194 miles in length. It is located in Alaska.
How long has GB Jones been racing in the iditarod?
g.b. jone has been racing in the iditarod for about 4 years. he has never been in first place.
How long did it take for Lance Mankey to finish the Iditarod?
8 months
