Warm conditions and a hard trail slowed Michelle Phillips’ team down from Finger Lake to Rainy Pass.

Recognizing warmer than normal temperatures, Rick Casillo let his team set the pace from Finger Lake to Rainy Pass checkpoint. 

Warm conditions and a fast trail have forced several teams to take rest before usual.

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Jason ended up taking a break together again with Lance a few hundred yards from the steps. Talked about his easy time on the Steps and laughed at Lances rougher bump on the Steps.

Despite fast trail conditions veteran musher Jeff King manages to stay on schedule into Rainy Pass checkpoint.