Finally… A ski marathon took place today! A real one. On snow. On skies. Despite the current travel-situation (or let’s call it a no-travel-situation) and despite a very low snow base, the organizers of the Merino Muster, New Zealand’s biggest ski marathon, were able to prepare a track and hold the race. Today 130 skies […]
The situation as of today is that all international sports events are prohibited in China until the end of the year (Well, the Vasaloppet China should take place on the 4th of January 2021). In addition, it is very tricky to get into China and a mandatory 14 days quarantine is required. In other words, […]
Here you find all the pictures came in from all around the world, showing the more than 400 participants of the Virtual Ushuaia Loppet 2020.
The core of the Worldloppet family are the skiers who got their Worldloppet Passport and collect stamps after every member race in order to become a Worldloppet master. These skiers should have some privileges at the race venues. Pre-registration for Passport holders at Marcialonga Next to welcome parties, receptions and gifts, for example, Marcialonga offers […]
Unfortunately, the Kangaroo Hoppet 2020 had to be cancelled due to COVID-19. But the organizers came up with an alternative race format: The Kangaroo Hoppet 2020 Do It Your Way – a virtual race. 1300 athletes from all 7 continents (yes – even Antarctica) have participated. Here are some impressions.
The organizers of Merino Muster have announced, that the Merino Muster 2020 will not take place as planned. But it will take place – both, as real race and virtually. See the whole news: Unfortunately a warm weather period has arrived to Snow Farm in Wanaka, making the Merino Muster 2020, originally planned on 29th […]
Kangaroo Hoppet Do It Your Way? Ushuaialoppet Virtual Edition? What is this virtual race format and how does it look like? I and my two brothers started the adventure to discover 3 virtual races during a mountain running tour in Austria. Conclusion: It is a great interim solution! Even though I am hoping for a […]
Vasaloppet’s Development Manager Johan Eriksson has been appointed acting CEO of Vasaloppet. A post he will hold for the next six months at least. Next up is the virtual Hemmavasan, where over 12,000 registered cyclists and runners in 20 countries will participate on their home turfs during the period of August 15–22. Since Eva-Lena Frick […]
Due to COVID19 the Ushaialoppet was cancelled. But there is an alternative event: The Ushuaialoppet Virtual Edition 2020. Choose your distance and ski, rollerski or run wherever you want. Stay home, stay safe, stay together!
Covid-19 is hitting the world of marathon skiing hard. Unfortunately, the Worldloppet season has to start with a cancellation due to the travel restrictions: Ushuaialoppet, the Argentinian Worldloppet race and traditionally the season opener end of August has announced the cancellation! BUT!!! Only a few days later the Club Adino Ushuaia – the organizers – […]
Aren’t you curious to know who won the Worldloppet Stories contest?Here are the top 3 stories according to Facebook interactions: 1. Mirjo Koit – “Mirjo’s Worldloppet Story” (2822) 2. Josef Sklenar – “Hey buddies, we will bring you those medals” (1591)3. Bill Brown – “Skiing with a purpose” (1085) Congratulations! But it is not over yet…there are still […]
by William Brown – 2 x Gold Master & Global Skier n. 263- Moving to Minnesota at age 26, I took up Nordic skiing and completed my first American Birkebeiner the following season. I was hooked for life! Over the next 33 years, I’d become a two-time World Master skier and a Worldloppet Global skier […]
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| 6001 |  | MATSUYAMA Minoru |
| 5998* |  | ROESLER Karen Ann |
| 5996* |  | NÄRSKA Marin |
| 5995 | | RAUDSEPP Ole |
| 5994 | | FEDOTOV Igor |
| N | NAME | |
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| 316 |  | PIIROINEN Heikki Elias |
| 315 | | OINASKALLIO Erkki |
| 314 |  | TRACZ Maciej |
| 313 | | DRESLEWSKI PIOTR |
| 312 | | JÜRISSON Kati |
