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SkøyteBirken 54 km (skate)
The race goes in the same track as Birkebeinerrennet. Start in Rena and finish at Birkebeineren Ski Stadium, Lillehammer.
All participants must be over the age of 16 by 31.12.25
A backpack weighing at least 3.5 kg must be worn throughout the race.
Backpack (not mandatory for Ingalåmi or StafettBirken)
All participants must carry a backpack weighing at least 3,5 kg (7.7 lbs) throughout the race (bum bag is not allowed).
The backpack symbolizes the little prince Haakon Haakonsen - read the history. The backpack must be carried on your back during the entire race. Random controls of weight and content in the backpack, will be performed. Participants must make sure the backpack has the required weight when crossing the finish line.
For safety reasons the backpack must contain:
Wind proofed jacket and pants (long sleeved)
Dry and warm underwear
Headwear/hat
Buff/headover/balaclava
Gloves/mittens.
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Opening Times
Season (14 Mar 2025) |
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