Encyclopedia of Mushing
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Towline
The towline is the part of the ganline setup that runs down the middle of the dogs. It is usually made of polyethylene or cable (for larger teams). This section of the gangline is also referred to as the centerline. See also centerline.
Tugline
This part of the gangline is the rope that connects the dog's harness to the towline or centerline.
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Siberian Husky
The Siberian Husky is a breed of dog originally developed by the Chukchi people of Siberia. They were used to pull sledges, guard families, and herd the local reindeer populations. The Siberian Husky is a medium sized dog that has been the choice sled dog of many mushers for centuries.
Sled Dog
A dog trained to pull a sled or a wheeled vehicle.
Sledge
A large sled used for transporting goods and equipment across ice and snow.
Snow Hook
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Redington Senior, Joe (February 1, 1917 – June 12, 1999)
Known as the "Father of the Iditarod," Joe Redington Senior was a huge part of making sled dog racing a bigger sport. Along with Dorothy Page he developed the Iditarod, which still is the most well known dog sled race of today.
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