Q and A Fernando Ramirez

Q & A with Fernando Ramirez

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Location: Utah

Occupation: Musher

Next Race: West Yellowstone Wildfire Series

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Robert had the pleasure of sitting down with Fernando and his wife Dana at their home and kennel in Utah. 

A quote that he mentioned, “To give anything less than your best, is to sacrifice your gift” Steve Prefontaine

Did you know that he is reading, Wild Thing by Randal Plunkett his favorite song is ‘Higher’ by Creed, and he always carries a knife.

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One Race I Dream of Racing Is...

Fur Rondy

One Place I Dream of Mushing Is...

Running down the Yukon

My Biggest Pet Peeve Is...

Dirty and unorganized dog yard / dog kennels

One Thing I Can't Live Without Is...

My Faith. My wife. my children and my dogs
 

The Greatest Advice I Ever Got Was...

Don’t be a *itch

The Sled I'm Running Most Right Now Is...

Danler Hornet for racing and Euro Open for training.

My Biggest Blunder Was...

I used to joke that starting this place was a mistake 😅 being on lock down with the amount of work. If im honest, no real mistakes. It shaped me into what and who I am now.

I Learned...

How to grow. Give myself a minute for self pity and move forward.

The Hardest Part About Doing My Dream Mushing Trip Is...

Everyday is tough. Its never easy. I that, finding reliable help is a big challenge. Too many soft people these days.

My Best Advice For Young Mushers Is...

Put your pride away. Throw ego in the trash. Be willing to learn and willing to grow.

Happiness Is...

Within yourself. It will later become a reflection of your heart and art form. It is contagious for others.

My Most Challenging Race/Expedition Was...

Pedigree Stage Stop 2022.

What Scares Me The Most Is...

Not having my family.

My Favorite Trail Meal Is...

I dont eat during training run or racing. It makes me feel heavy and a drag on my dogs. Just a mental game.

The True Gift Of Mushing Is...

All the one percenters coming together!

One Thing I Will Never Do Again Is...

Trust metal quick release snaps!

We sat down with Fernando Ramirez at his home in Utah. Subscribe to Mushing Magazine’s print and digital editions here, or  browse the digital archives here.
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