The Iron Dog Race announces a new record purse for 2011.

$202,500

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The Iron Dog race purse total for 2011 reaches a record high of $194,500, which includes a $50,000 cash prize for the first place Pro Class team. The previous record set in 2010 was a total of $187,900.Update: The purse has increased by another $5,000 to a total of $202,500 thanks to the City of Nome.Read the story...“Exceeding the 2010 purse was no easy task”, says Kevin Kastner, Executive Director. “Given the challenges of taking the reigns just six months ago, the economic realities of the day and the number of new ideas introduced this year – I’m both thrilled and frankly amazed we were able to garner the level of support we did this year. We are truly grateful to all our sponsors.”In addition to an increased overall purse and new contingency prizes for 2011, the Iron Dog Board of Directors has approved a new schedule for the cash prize payout. From a pool of $125,000, the cash prizes will be awarded to the top five Pro Class teams as follows:[table id=3 /]For the team finishing in 6th place, the prize is a certificate for a free entry into the 2012 Iron Dog race for both riders. Teams finishing in 7th place and beyond will be entered into a special prize drawing to be awarded during the banquet in Fairbanks after the Finish of the 2011 race. Prizes for the “Finisher’s Drawing” are still being gathered, but it is expected to equal a value of more than $4,000 in total.Contingency PrizesThe overall purse has increased to $197,500 since the original press release thanks to a new donor from Nome. Thank you![table id=4 /]*denotes product or service value/ not cash. Award Details will be received by Race Participants prior to the Race Event Start.**certificate is based on the individual, is non-transferable and only valid for the 2012 event. All other entry requirements and deadlines still apply.Note: Cancellation from Sponsor does not bind Iron Dog, Inc. for award payout. Iron Dog reserves the right to cancel or alter program at anytime.