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Funded! This project successfully raised its funding goal on July 20, 2012.

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      Creator Pam Schweitzer on January 19

      Received my book today. It is just beautiful! Thanks for giving these athletes their due.

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      Creator Mike Lee on December 18

      Hi Albert, I tried again and I'm an idiot. I did not notice the check box that defaults to shipping to your billing address. I'm good and just put in an order for a friend and will place another shortly for my cousin. My apologies for the confusion and thanks for the quick response. Take care and congrats on your book. My wife and I absolutely love it.

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      Creator Albert Lewis on December 18

      hi and thank you!
      you should be able ship to another place, is it giving you an error?
      if it is in the same country as your billing, just put the correct addresses in the notes to me and I will take care of it.

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      Creator Mike Lee on December 17

      Hi Albert, I received your book and it's more incredible than I imagined. Thank you. One question on your seespotrun site. I wanted to order copies of the books for friends but it looks like you cannot ship to a different address than the billing address. Is that correct? Thanks for the help.

      Mike

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      Creator John McGrath on December 13

      Hi Albert,

      Received my copy yesterday, it's wonderful.... Worth every penny.

      Cheers, John

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      Creator Ira Fleming on December 4

      THANK YOU Albert !!!!! I can't wait for it to arrive :D :D Big thank you also to the athletes that participated xxx

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      Creator Olivier Vigneresse on November 30

      Hi, Albert,
      Any progress on the various alternative shipping options suggested for sending overseas?

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      Creator OG Butch on November 16, 2012

      Thanks, I appreciate the quick response.

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      Creator Albert Lewis on November 16, 2012

      Hi OG, several updates in the last two months. The books are arriving next week and I will start shipping them out in the order I received the order. Thanks!

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      Creator OG Butch on November 16, 2012

      Any update on this project? It has been two months since I have seen any information.

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      Creator Albert Lewis on October 10, 2012

      Hi yes, I have learned some but need more details. It appears that shipping to US will be $12.95, europe, $42.95 and NZ and AUS will be around $52. How to recoop those costs, that I have not figured out. :)

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      Creator Matthijs van Wolferen on October 9, 2012

      Hey Albert, any news on the shipping problems?

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      Creator Martha Kriske on September 18, 2012

      How many books to ship to Europe and beyond? What about if everyone in the US sends in a little bit more toward their shipping. . . like maybe another 5$ ????

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      Creator Albert Lewis on September 2, 2012

      The music is Espiritu, thanks!

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      Creator Jane Eagle on September 2, 2012

      Is there any way to find out who does the music for the video? It's almost as good as the photos!

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      Creator Mike 'Baracas' Roland on July 19, 2012

      Good luck! I can't afford the book right now but would love to know if it would be digitally accessible maybe. I'm a husky owner and of course Love the Iditarod!

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      Creator Marlys Sauer on July 11, 2012

      Hi Albert,
      I got the msg...thanks!!

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      Creator Marlys Sauer on July 11, 2012

      Hi Albert,
      Did you get my message? I dont know really know to use kickstarter! Sorry!! Just wanting to make sure you understand what I was saying!
      Marlys

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      Creator Allie Marie on July 10, 2012

      I'd sent you a private message, confirming you've received. Thanx & have a great day!!

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      Creator Albert Lewis on July 8, 2012

      Allie, , I will cover the print postage, but thank you for offering!

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      Creator Allie Marie on July 8, 2012

      Morning Albert, it occurred to me, since I choose the pic that I want from the pics in the book, should I add some more postage since there's gonna be 2 different shipments? &, oh look, we've almost covered the entire printing costs!! Way To Go!!

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      Creator Albert Lewis on July 7, 2012

      Rachael, you did great and I thank you!

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      Creator Rachael Rogers on July 7, 2012

      my 1st time on kickstarter. hope i did everything right when pledgeing. I just want to say what a beautiful project this is and i'm so happy for you raising well over your goal. Happy to help aswell. :)

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      Creator Albert Lewis on July 7, 2012

      Now THAT'S a smart idea Jennifer! :) Thank you.

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      Creator Jennifer Volintine on July 7, 2012

      Actually - I think I'm going to splurge and get an early Christmas gift for someone...

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      Creator Albert Lewis on July 7, 2012

      Thank you Jennifer! Perfect!

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      Creator Jennifer Volintine on July 7, 2012

      Such a wonderful project - can't wait to see the final project. I hope I added the right pledge amount with the shipping.

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      Creator Deadly Nonchalance on July 4, 2012

      I've always had a fascination in the Iditarod, I'm happy to fund a project that will help out those that help the dogs!

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      Creator Alice Roth on July 3, 2012

      Albert, I love the pictures of the beautiful dogs. I have made a pledge for the Lance Mackey signed book. I included $$ for your signature and postage. Thanks for taking on this project.

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      Creator Gale Browning on July 3, 2012

      Not only am I happy to contribute to get the Born to Run book published I'm learning from your Kickstart projects. Your passion for the project is contagious. It's giving me goose bumps.

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      Creator Pam Schweitzer on July 3, 2012

      Thank you! Enjoy your time in Canada. Give a special hey to Bet. She is not an Iditarod dog, but she plays a special role to the kennel and fans.

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      Creator Albert Lewis on July 2, 2012

      Hi Pam, absolutely! I didnt see that coming but I will be happy to offer both signatures to the books for an additional $25. You can go into your pledge and increase the amount by $25 and send me a note that is what you want. I will make a note myself for those who wish to have both signatures in their book. THANK YOU!

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      Creator Pam Schweitzer on July 2, 2012

      And will you consider offering to sign musher autographed copies for the $25.00 to others? If so, how do we add that option?

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      Creator Albert Lewis on July 1, 2012

      The musher signed books only have the mushers signature, but i did do a special deal for one pledger of giving them BOTH signatures and an extra 4 postcards for an additional $25. Pretty sweet Deal!

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      Creator Allie Marie on July 1, 2012

      If it's signed by a Musher, do we also get your signature on the book? I was speedy on the order & then you added all this good stuff!! Thanx & still posting your link!!

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      Creator Janet O'Connell on June 30, 2012

      Albert I saw heard about your book on Colleen & Joseph Robertia's web page. I'm thrilled that a book is coming out and highlighting the amazing canine atheletes of the Iditarod. Signed up for a book (and included shipping LOL). Hoping that Butterscotch, Mighty Penny and other fav dogs from the Rogues Gallery Kennel make the book!

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      Creator David Lavsa on June 28, 2012

      Ok I pledged under my husband's name so feel free to send as one order. Thank you!!!

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      Creator Albert Lewis on June 28, 2012

      KIM, yes, that is perfect, please add postage for the two books and I will take care of the rest.
      You can also pledge again for just the book alone.

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      Creator Kim Lavsa on June 28, 2012

      I'm signed up for the Karen Ramstead pledge but if I include the extra money in my pledge, can I also get an unsigned copy to donate to my library? Thank you, can't wait for the book!

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      Creator Albert Lewis on June 25, 2012

      Absolutely Bonnie. I have that as a possible "next book project". To go to the homes of these dogs and do a "day in the life of" for the older dogs. Such a sweet story and wonderful image for the sport, I think!

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      Creator Bonnie Foster on June 25, 2012

      How about photographing some senior Iditarod dogs whose days of running are over but are immortalized by what they did in the past? They are beautiful also....and have old souls...

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      Creator greg gulbransen on June 23, 2012

      Albert I love this project and can't wait for the book. I'll bet after 30 kennels you must have some amazing stories. Thanks for letting me be a part of such a great project!
      Best wishes

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      Creator Kari Lawson on June 22, 2012

      Can't wait to get your beautiful book! I lived in Skwentna for a year and have been an avid Iditarod supporter ever since. I look forward to sharing your book with my class (I teach elementary school) when I teach them about the Iditarod. Living in Tennessee, the race is completely foreign to them, but they become fans after they learn about it. I love educating them about the amazing dogs and the people of Alaska. Thank you and good luck!

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      Creator Gator Lanphear on June 21, 2012

      Great to see you're back at it! Hope all is well! Give those Scallywags a good belly rub from Jolly Roger's Revenge! ARRRGGGGGHHHHH!!

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      Creator Gator Lanphear on June 21, 2012

      Great to see you're back at it! Hope all is well! Give those Scallywags a good belly rub from Jolly Roger's Revenge! ARRRGGGGGHHHHH!!

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      Creator Bonnie Foster on June 21, 2012

      My people photograph dogs....many do it well, but no one has approached it on this level...Takes a NY fashion photographer to see the soul of these fantastic animals and the love the owners have for them...Anyone who loves dogs has to buy this book....

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      Creator Albert Lewis on June 20, 2012

      Thanks Alexis, I had chills while making it! These dogs just do that to me. :)

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      Creator Allie Marie on June 20, 2012

      The commercial was fantastic! Brought tears to my eyes. I love these doggies!!

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    7 backers

    A HUGE THANK YOU and that warm fuzzy feeling you know you've contributed to something great! Your name listed on the website and Facebook. Now go tell everyone you know on twitter and facebook!

    Estimated delivery: Mar 2013
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    2 backers

    POSTCARDS: 4 beautifully printed postcards featuring images from the book (and that warm fuzzy feeling etc. etc.) Please pass on the word! Word of mouth is so important!

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
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    198 backers Limited (2 of 200 left)

    THE BOOK!: A signed 1st edition of the gorgeous photo book delivered to your door as soon as it’s available (mid December, expected). And, just so you know, the current plan is for this book to sell for much more than this pledge amount in bookstores - so you'll be helping a project out AND getting a bargain. Remember to add some postage if you can, we forgot to include, $5 US, $12 Europe, $15 worldwide, thank you!!! Don't forget to pass on the word as well! Thank you so much!

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
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    13 backers Limited (12 of 25 left)

    THE BOOK, SIGNED + POSTCARDS: For only $20 more than the last pledge, you will receive the 4 printed postcard set PLUS the 1st edition, signed copy of the book. Remember to add some postage if you can, we forgot to include, $5 US, $12 Europe, $15 worldwide, thank you!!! Your generosity will be inked forever! Please pass on this tremendous offer to everyone you know!

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
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    26 backers Limited (4 of 30 left)

    8x10 PRINT + BOOK + POSTCARDS: As above PLUS a signed 8x10 archival print from the book - this print will only ever be available to Kickstarter pledges and nowhere else!!!! (YOU choose the image!) How cool is that! Remember to add some postage if you can, we forgot to include, $5 US, $12 Europe, $15 worldwide, thank you!!!

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
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    7 backers Limited (2 of 9 left)

    DEEDEE JONROWE SIGNED book + 8 POSTCARDS: Now this is a collector item you will want to treasure! Personally signed book by DeeDee herself. Worthy of art collectors and race history enthusiasts. Very limited offer, you don't want to kick yourself for not getting in on this one! Please remember to add some postage if you can, we forgot to include, $5 US, $12 Europe, $15 worldwide, thank you!!!

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
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    LANCE MACKEY SIGNED book + 8 POSTCARDS: Now this is a collector item you will want to treasure! Personally signed book by Lance himself. Worthy of art collectors and race history enthusiasts. Very limited offer, you don't want to kick yourself for not getting in on this one! Please remember to add some postage if you can, we forgot to include, $5 US, $12 Europe, $15 worldwide, thank you!!!

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
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    MARTIN BUSER SIGNED book + 8 POSTCARDS: Now this is a collector item you will want to treasure! Personally signed book by Martin himself. Worthy of art collectors and race history enthusiasts. Very limited offer, you don't want to kick yourself for not getting in on this one! Please remember to add some postage if you can, we forgot to include, $5 US, $12 Europe, $15 worldwide, thank you!!!

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
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    24 backers Limited (6 of 30 left)

    DOUBLE BOOK AND BONUS POSTCARDS: 2 Signed copies of the book PLUS 2 postcard packs. Grab an extra copy of the book for a dog or photography loving friend. Think holidays, people! Remember to add some postage if you can, we forgot to include, $5 US, $12 Europe, $15 worldwide, thank you!!!

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
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    KAREN RAMSTEAD SIGNED book + 8 POSTCARDS: Now this is a collector item you Siberian Husky fans (I know you are out there!) will want to treasure! Personally signed book by Karen herself. Worthy of art collectors and race history enthusiasts. WHAT A GREAT HOLIDAY GIFT! Very limited offer, you don't want to kick yourself for not getting in on this one! Please remember to add some postage if you can, we forgot to include, $5 US, $10 Canada & Europe, $15 worldwide. Thank you!!!

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
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    11 backers Limited (14 of 25 left)

    11x14" LIMITED EDITION PRINT + BOOK + POSTCARD SET: 1st edition, signed copy of the book PLUS a postcard pack PLUS a LIMITED EDITION, signed 11x14” archival print of an image YOU choose - This print is limited to an edition of 100! Remember to add some postage if you can, we forgot to include, $5 US, $12 Europe, $15 worldwide, thank you!!!

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
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    4 backers Limited (6 of 10 left)

    5 BOOKS+5 POSTCARD SET: For those of you of you with a large house to fill, obsessive tendencies (or probably because you are loving family of a starving artist or a sled dog team) buy 5 books and 5 postcard sets and save yourself a whole bunch of money! Again, think holiday gift giving! Gift cards and certificates will be available to send to those 4 loved ones. Remember to add some postage if you can, we forgot to include, $5 US, $12 Europe, $15 worldwide, thank you!!!

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
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    0 backers Limited (2 of 2 left)

    32 DOG KENNEL PHOTOSHOOT / WORLDWIDE. I will come to your kennel (outside of AK) and photograph up to 32 dogs individually in the style of this book. You help with travel expenses. This would allow for you to have your dogs photographed in a professional style to use on your team website, marketing of your dogs and promotional calendars, prints, shirts and cards too. You could use the hi-res digital files that I supply you with to create promotions for your fans, your sponsors, friends and family gifts too. This is limited to TWO rewards so act fast! Travel costs can be worked out once you have selected the reward. I travel light and cheap!

    Estimated delivery: Aug 2013
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    1 backer Limited (1 of 2 left)

    32 DOG KENNEL PHOTOSHOOT. I will come to your kennel (AK only) and photograph up to 32 dogs individually in the style of this book. Travel is on me. This would allow for you to have your dogs photographed in a professional style to use on your team website, marketing of your dogs and promotional calendars, prints, shirts and cards too. You could use the hi-res digital files that I supply you with to create promotions for your fans, your sponsors, friends and family gifts too. This is limited to TWO rewards so act fast! There have been several kennels asking for this service and I had priced it much higher.

    Estimated delivery: Nov 2012
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    24x36" GALLERY PRINT + 5 BOOKS + POSTCARD SET: Five (5) 1st edition, signed copies of the book, plus the complete postcard set of 16 images as an added bonus, PLUS a signed 24x36” Archival C-type GALLERY PRINT of your choice from the book. Limited to 10 prints worldwide. These are the prints that will showl in top galleries and be seen in magazines around the world. 10% of gallery print sales will also go to the Iditarod Dog Care and Vet assistance units. Remember to add some postage if you can, we forgot to include, $5 US, $12 Europe, $15 worldwide, thank you!!!

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
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    0 backers Limited (5 of 5 left)

    40x60" GALLERY PRINT + 5 BOOKS + POSTCARD SET: Five (5) 1st edition, signed copies of the book and the complete postcard set of 16 images as an added bonus, PLUS a stunning and crowd gathering 40" x 60” Archival C-type signed GALLERY PRINT of your choice from the book. Limited to 5 prints worldwide. These are incredible imposing prints that look monumental on your wall. 10% of gallery print sales will also go to the Iditarod Dog Care and Vet assistance units. Remember to add some postage if you can, we forgot to include, $5 US, $12 Europe, $15 worldwide, thank you!!!

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012