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From the Andes to the World Stage: Konrad Jakob on Latin American Mushing

  • December 6, 2025
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From The Andes To The World Stage: Konrad Jakob On Latin American Mushing

Former Air Force pilot turned musher Konrad Jakob joins us from the IFSS Dryland Championships in Wisconsin to talk about the rapid growth of dog mushing in Chile, Argentina, Colombia, and across Latin America. Konrad shares how he launched sled dog tours in the Andes, helped expand IFSS participation, and what to expect from the 2026 Pan-American Championship in Mexico.

We cover racing dogs, Eurohound breeding, dryland classes, and how Chile developed a strong competitive mushing culture in just 10 years. A great listen for mushers, race organizers, and anyone who loves the global side of this sport.

Episode Highlights:

  • Konrad’s transition from German Air Force pilot to South American musher

  • Launching Andes crossing expeditions with sled dogs

  • The first Latin American competitors at IFSS Worlds in 2015

  • Growth of racing in Chile, Argentina, Colombia & more

  • Konrad’s role inside the IFSS Council for Latin America

  • A preview of the 2026 Pan-American Dryland Championship in Mexico

  • His racing dogs: Eurohounds for competition, Huskies for touring

  • Favorite gear: head torch, always

  • Favorite music: Elton John’s “I’m Still Standing”

  • Parting advice: “Everything is possible. Never give up.”

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