Iditarod: Toughest Race on Earth

"Iditarod" will premiere on the Discovery channel in October 2008. A rare look into one of the harshest races on the planet , The Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. Across frozen rivers, barren tundra, mountains and thick forest in freezing temperatures, this grueling race from Anchorage to Nome puts mushers and their dog teams through the ultimate test of human and animal teamwork and endurance. (Source: http://www.pazsaz.com/iditarod.html)

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Final: 1x06 -- Nome or Bust (Nov/21/2008)

The finish line is less than 100 miles away. Leaders Lance Mackey and Jeff King are battling it out for top honors in Nome. Despite being a world record-holder, Martin Buser must give up his plan for a victory and turn his attention to 2009. Icon DeeDee Jonrowe battles to stay in the top 10 after her dream for a first place finish disappears. For Rick Holt, just finishing Alaska's toughest race means winning.

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Iditarod: Toughest Race on Earth

Classification: Documentary
Genre: Educational | Family | Pets/Animals
Status: Canceled/Ended
Network: Discovery Channel (