Questionnaire 2024 | Alaska Divide

The questionnaire highlights the importance of being prepared and aware of the challenges and risks associated with the route. It is crucial to plan, pack appropriately, and know what to do in case of an emergency or accident. Overall, the Dalton Highway offers a unique and challenging experience for participants who are up for the adventure.

The questionnaire will take about 10 minutes, and you need to answer 14 questions.

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Navigation and Resupply

1) What is the approximate distance between resupply points north of Fox, where the Elliott Hwy starts? *

a) About as far as you can throw a snowball.
b) Around 100 miles.
c) 130 miles, 120 miles, and 241 miles.

2) How many resupply points can be found on the route north of Fox, where the Elliott Hwy starts? *

a) Just two resupply points, but who cares when you can count on the kindness of truckers?
b) Only 2 (Yukon River Camp, Coldfoot).
c) More than there are stars in the Alaska night sky.

3) How many 24-hour grocery stores can be found from the starting point to the North Pole? *

a) The petrol shops at Cantwell and Paxson are open 24/7 for me.
b) Only the petrol station shop at Cantwell is open 24/7.
c) None, it may be difficult to find food at night unless I look for berries off the route.

4) Who has priority on the Elliott and Dalton Highway? *

a) Cyclists and caribou.
b) Commercial trucks and larger vehicles.
c) Sled dog teams led by howling huskies.

5) Can participants find shelter at the pump stations along the route? *

a) Sure, if you don’t mind sharing with the resident moose.
b) Yes, there are designated sheltered areas.
c) It is not permitted to camp or stay at any pump stations along the route.

Geography and Exploration

6) Where is the most northern truck stop in the world? *

a) At Santa’s workshop.
b) Deadhorse, Alaska.
c) Coldfoot.

7) Which highway is considered the most beautiful and most dangerous in North America? *

a) The Yellow Brick Road.
b) The Dalton Hwy.
c) Route 66.

8) What type of weather can riders expect on the route? *

a) Sunny with a chance of snowflakes shaped like polar bears.
b) Varied, from sunshine through rain to snowstorms.
c) Always a tropical breeze.

9) If staying in a tent, where should riders place their food? *

a) In your tent keep it cozy.
b) Hang it in a bear-resistant food bag away from the tent.
c) Keep it safe on the bike close to the tent.

10) If staying in a tent, where should riders place their toothpaste? *

a) I don’t carry toothpaste, unnecessary weight.
b) Securely stored to prevent wildlife attraction, outside the tent.
c) In your shoes – multi-purpose storage.

Safety and Visibility

11) Is riding with or without lights recommended on the Dalton Highway? *

a) Without lights – embrace the mystery.
b) With lights for safety but only during low visibility.
c) All times with lights on, no exceptions.

12) Is it mandatory for cyclists on Dalton Highway to wear reflective gear, such as a vest or green jacket? *

a) Only if you want to look like a fashion-forward astronaut.
b) It is obligatory for increased visibility on the trail.
c) Not obligatory as visibility on Dalton Highway is always clear.

Emergency

13) What should I do if I have an accident and crash with my bike? *

a) Call the organizer for help.
b) Wait for the organizer to bring me to the hospital.
c) If I have mobile reception, call emergency services.
d) Help myself, as I am prepared for everything.
e) Seek assistance from the next car driver.
f) In the worst-case scenario, press the SOS button on my tracker.

(more then one answer may be correct)

History

14) What was the purpose of constructing the Dalton Highway? *

a) To attract more tourists to the Arctic Ocean.
b) To offer more people the opportunity to witness the Northern Lights in the Alaskan wilderness.
c) To function as a high-speed test track for snowmobile racing.
d) It was built as a supply road to support the Trans-Alaska Pipeline System in 1974.

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