Iron Dog Race Start – Big Lake, Alaska

Save the Date: Iron Dog Race Start – Big Lake, Alaska
📅 Friday, February 14th, 2026
📍 Big Lake, Alaska

Get ready for one of Alaska’s most iconic winter events — the Iron Dog Race Start! Join the excitement as teams of skilled snowmachine racers launch into Alaska’s rugged backcountry in the world’s longest and toughest snowmachine race.

This year, members of Alaska Safe Riders and Artwork by Sierra Winter will be at the Iron Dog Start, hosting a booth where we’d love to connect with you and your families. Stop by to talk about backcountry safety, responsible riding, creativity, and art, and help us cheer on the Iron Dog teams as they kick off their incredible journey.

While Alaska Safe Riders will not have representation at the finish this year, we still encourage community members to attend if you’re able — it’s an unforgettable part of the Iron Dog experience. Be sure to come say hello to us at the start, meet the team, and soak up the energy of race day.

❄️ Bundle up, bring the family, and join us at Big Lake to celebrate safety, creativity, and Alaska’s toughest racers!

Become a Member of Alaska Safe Riders

Support safer, more enjoyable riding across Alaska and enjoy valuable member perks:

✨ ASR Basic — $25/year
Members-only training events, rider networking, merch offers, automatic prize entries

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 ASR Family — $50/year
Up to 6 family members, networking with riders & champions, merch offers, prize entries

🏫 ASR Schools — $100/year
School recognition, priority reservations for school trainings, special school offers

🏢 ASR Business — $500+/year
Business recognition, industry networking, event and workshop visibility, website & newsletter recognition

👉 Start your journey to safer riding today — join Alaska Safe Riders!