A command for the lead dog to go left. Boot made in early soft boot-style by Alaskan natives. Coat pulled over head originally made of animal skins now made of fabric. The central location for information, located in Helena at the Park Plaza Hotel in Helena. It is staffed 24 hours a day during the race by ham radio operators and other race volunteers.
Information is sent all over the country.
People chosen by the Race to the Sky Board of Directors for their expertise and are in charge of the race once it starts. They are made of hardwood with lattice-work on the back and sides or sometimes metal. A cloth, weather-resistant bag to hold mandatory gear in the sled. The musher, dogs, handler, and truck driver consist of the entire crew. Total time on the trail, not including mandatory layovers.