Ugotta B Kidding is a fitting name for you. I went down the Dalzell in 85 with no snow and it was a horror for the dogs and the mushers. Having concern for them is most important and Nordman knows that well, having run the race himself. The Fairbanks route is not as exciting and historical, but the safety and the well being of mushers and dogs is more important. The flakes who dont understand that should go back to the lower 48. THANKS MARK NORDMAN, for a good decision !