One of Iron Dog’s longest sponsors, Spenard Builders Supply, has been helping to build a better Alaska for generations. We are thrilled to have such a homegrown company as this as one of our supporters. Companies that recognize the value in supporting Alaska events like the Iron Dog contribute to the race’s success, and encourages riders from across the state – and the country – to challenge themselves in the World’s Longest, Toughest Snowmobile Race. Here’s a little more about our favorite SBS.

The good folks at Alaska Spine Institute have treated their fare share of snowmachiners. After all, this sport is tough! So, when it comes time to sponsor an event that ASI understands well, Iron Dog is at the front of the line. We thank this longtime health-care provider for looking after the racers, supporting our event, and keeping Alaskans healthy so they can enjoy this great state of ours. Here’s a little more insight, compliments of Kim Black at Alaska Spine Institute.

Family-owned businesses are often the first to step up and support Alaska events like the Iron Dog race. These business owners not only understand the work that goes into creating such a far-reaching race as Iron Dog, but they also appreciate that these are Alaskans supporting Alaskans – from organizers in the cities to volunteers in the villages.

Once Iron Dog racers head into bush Alaska, it could be anyone’s guess where they are on the racecourse, but thanks to today’s technology, that’s not the case. Iron Dog tracks racers’ progress, and ACS is ahead of the game when it comes to communications along the trail.

We spoke with Lee Butterfield, a teacher at South Anchorage High School, who has led his classroom’s media team during Iron Dog, teaching them the technical, reporting and organizational skills needed to report on the World’s Longest, Toughest Snowmobile Race.

Iron Dog thanks Everts for supporting the World’s Longest, Toughest Snowmobile Race. Your help in the air helps the racers on the ground. Learn a little bit more about Everts, below.

If you know snowmachines, you also know Woody’s Traction. The company’s high- performance carbide studs and wear bars are some of the best out there, and Iron Dog racers depend on them to stand up to the demands of racing.

We want to thank these sponsors who support the World’s Longest, Toughest Snowmobile Race, and help fans get to know them a bit better. We chatted Chris Meisler, area manager of NAPA Alaska in Anchorage.

Crowley Fuels is a longtime Iron Dog supporter and, as the event’s official fuel sponsor, the race couldn’t happen without them. Crowley not only understands the critical importance of getting fuel to a place that depends on it for warmth and transportation, but also getting it to the remote and rugged places through which the Iron Dog race passes.