Red Bull Nordenskiöldsloppet 2021 takes place on March 27th 2021, in Jokkmokk, Sweden.
With its 220km’s long track the race takes the spot of the world’s longest classical ski race.
With history dating back from 1884 it is also one of the oldest organized races in the world.
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On Saturday, March 27th 2021 at 6am the worlds longest cross country ski race starts in Purkijaur outside of Jokkmokk.
Red Bull Nordenskiöldsloppet starts in Purkijaur and make its way across the beautiful scenery of Lappland. The race course looks like the following:
Purkijaur – Granudden – ÅrreNjarka – Granudden – Jokkmokk. The race follows the same track towards ÅrreNjarka and back to Jokkmokk.
The total distance of 220km’s makes the race the worlds longest classical cross country ski competition and the first ultra competition in modern time. The race has history going back to 1884 when polar explorer Adolf Erik Nordenskiöld had two of his team ski an unbelievably long distance during one of his expeditions, read more about the history here.
The competition is open to both the elite and amateurs. The maximum time allowed to finish the race is 30 hours, and electronic time keeping makes it possible to follow all of the participants.
The competition honors the FIS rules (ICR). Ski marking and control of pole length is done at the start.
Competition / Amateur for ladies and men.
Seeding for elite skiers is done according to the following criteria: FIS points, Ski Classics overall ranking, results Red Bull Nordenskiöldsloppet 2016-2019.
Result lists total and Ladies/Men. No senior classes.
Maximum number of entries: 500.
How do I get to the race, and where do I stay?
The race is conducted in a Sami reindeer husbandry area. The course winds through the reindeer winter pasture land and further up the mountains where the reindeer stay the rest of the year. Red Bull Nordenskiöldsloppet promotes sustainable reindeer husbandry in connection with the event.
Environmental threats such as reduced biodiversity and climate change have a strong impact on the sensitive Arctic areas and warming in the Arctic is happening faster than elsewhere on earth. For Red Bull Nordenskiöldsloppet, it is a prioritized target to contribute to long-term sustainable development and to reduce the event´s environmental impact to the greatest extent possible.
We follow a “Leave no Trace” policy. The goal is that there should be zero garbage all along the entire racetrack. Leaving trash is only allowed at the race’s 19 service points.
Entry fee
2895 SEK between 11 June and 31 August 2020
3095 SEK between 1 September and 31 December 2020
3295 SEK from 1 January 2021
What is included in the entry fee?
– Starting west with your name
– Red Bull. Enervit energy bars and energy gel, sport drink, cheese sandwiches and sweet rolls, bananas and oranges, coffee, salt pills and more at a total of 19 stations
– Warm food like pasta and meat soup at 3 stations (5 passings)
– Ski wax for self service and spare poles at all stations
– “Pavva Lasse” medal if you finish the race under 21 hours 22 minutes
– Bus transport from Jokkmokk to the start in Purkijaur, shuttle service with mini buses from the finish area to the competition centre. Transport back to Jokkmokk with snowmobiles and minibuses if you have to quit the race
– Clothes transport for change of clothes at 3 stations (5 passings) along the track
– Finisher certificate signed by three times Vasaloppet winner Daniel Tynell
– Samish food after finishing. From 5.00 on Sunday morning breakfast is served instead.
– Live timing and tracking
Where do I sign up?
You do that right here online!
Where do I pick up my starting number?
Staring numbers are picked up in the racing center in Jokkmokk.
Competition center – pick-up of the start-ID etc.: Jokkmokk, Västra skolan, Åsgatan 4
Opening times: Thursday March 25, 14:00 to 20:00, Friday March 26, 10:00 to 20:00, Saturday March 27, 16:00 to Sunday March 28, 14:00.
General conditions for the registration:
-The registration is binding.
-The entry fee is non refundable.
-Change of class is not permitted.
-It Is not allowed to let anyone else participate in your name. (ID document is required at the return of the race west).
-Change of name is allowed for a fee of 300 SEK. To do so contact the organizers at info@nordenskioldslopp.se
-Participation is at your own risk.
-All Participants must be 19 years at the time of the race.
-Failing to return the timing chip adds a charge of 500 SEK.
-The organizers have the right to change the race track.
-Medical personell and representatives from the organization will have the right to stop participants from further participation if there is a risk to the health of the person.
The registration fee includes waxing service. A variety of waxes can be found at several of the controls along the course and the participants can wax their own skis. Our volunteers will be available for assistance.
Red Bull Nordenskiöldsloppet is also offering an extended waxing service through an agreement with SkiGo .
You leave your skiers to SkiGo on Thursday between 18.00 and 21.00 or Friday between 10.00 and 17.00 at “Samelandsresor”, Klockarvägen 1 (next to Jokkmokk Skiing Stadium). You pick up your skiers at the same place.
Contact: info@skigo.se
Read more and book your waxing package here:
Book a waxing package
Race course: Purkijaur – Granudden – ÅrreNjarka – Granudden – Jokkmokk. The race follows most of the time the same track towards ÅrreNjarka and back to Jokkmokk.
Height profile:
Please observe that the track and stations can change.
Controls: A total of 19 controls along the course offers: sports drinks, tea, water, buns, cheese sandwiches, oranges, bananas, pickles, blueberry soup, energy bars, energy gel, Red Bull. At the controls Randijaur (2x), ÅrreNjarke (turning point) and Purkijaur we offer additional food as meat soup, pasta etc.
Emergency services / medical care is available at all controls.
All controls have a heated tent or alternatively a heated building nearby.
Time limits (Time changes to Summer Time 2 am):
30 hours 00 minutes to the finish line.
The following time limits apply at controls along the track:
ÅrreNjarka km 102: Saturday 19:50,
Njavve km 114: Saturday 21:30,
Sågudden km 121: Saturday 22:30,
Tjåmotis km 132: Saturday 24:00,
Granudden km 146: Sunday 1:55,
Majves km 156: Sunday 4:15 Summer Time,
Randijaur km 162: Sunday 5:05 Summer Time,
Ragalvisjiegge km 175: Sunday 6:50 Summer Time,
Pälnibäcken km 189: Sunday 8:45 Summer Time,
Purkijaur km 200: Sunday 10:15 Summer Time,
Skabram km 213: Sunday 12:00 Summer Time,
Jokkmokk stadium finish: Sunday 13:00 Summer Time.
It is allowed to take a break, but all controls must be passed and you must stay within the time limits listed above. Medical personnel and representatives from the organization will have the right to stop participants from further participation if there is a risk to the health of the person
Bus transportation to the start in Purkijaur: We offer free bus transportation to the start in Purkijaur. Buses run from “Västra skolan” (competition center) between 4:40 and 5:10 Saturday morning. One bus runs from Jokkmokk Arctic Camp and Hotel Jokkmokk 4.50. Note: Limited parking space in Purkijaur!
Clothing transportation: All participants receive 4 bags for clothing and stickers for self-labelling of bags. Important: The smaller stickers are for marking your skis! Stickers must be placed in the middle of the bag in the bottom half and pushed firmly. All bags must be sealed with rubber band. Coveralls which the participants wear before the start in Purkijaur will be transported back to Västra skolan.
Clothing can be changed at the following controls: Granudden, ÅrreNjarka and Purkijaur. The following bags are used: Black: Start; White: Purkijaur after 200 km; Grey: Granudden after 54 och 146 km, Blue: ÅrreNjarka after 102 km. Bags with used clothes are transported back to Competition Center i Jokkmokk.
NOTE! All clothing must be submitted to the Competition Center at Västra skolan by Friday at 19:00. Clothes you want to get directly after finish at the Competition Center shall be put into the bag (black bag) you leave at the start.
In 1884, the first person to ski the entire distance won 200 SEK, second person who came back to Jokkmokk won 150 SEK and the third person won 100 SEK.
Prices: The first price for both the gents and ladies’ winners is 50,000 SEK. The price money for second place is 30,000 SEK, for third place 20,000 SEK.
The Nordenskiöld Family Association donates a Challenge Trophy for the best man and the best woman.
When is the race held?
March 27th 2021 (the original race took place in 1884)
How long is the race?
220km’s
What is the total climb?
+1650 meter
When is the start?
The start is at 06.00 in Purkijaur. (Starting gates are open for placement of skis from 05.00).
When and where is the price ceremony?
The price ceremony is at 19.00 at the finish area at Jokkmokk Skidstadion.
When do you expect the first skiers to finish?
We expect the fastest skiers to finish between 4 pm and 7 pm depending on snow and weather conditions.
Can family and friends follow my progress in the race from home?
Yes, results and timings are published live on the live results page (link will be added some days before the race).
Can family and friends follow the race on-site in Jokkmokk?
The best places to follow the race in Jokkmokk is by the start and return point in Årrenjarka. The finish is at Jokkmokk Skidstadion.
Attn!
Only contestants are allowed on the shuttle buses to the start.
There are limited parking spots for friends and family in Purkijaur.
Spectators that follow the race by snowmobiles are absolutely not allowed to drive on the tracks!
What’s the official hashtag?
#Nordenskiöldsloppet
Any extra tips for participants?
How do I sign up?
Easy! Just head here.
Can both elite and amateurs participate?
Yes, the race is open for both classes (you choose when you sign up)
Is the entire track prepared?
Yes!
Are you only allowed to ski in classic style?
Yes!
Headlamps:
All participants who expect finishing time longer than 14 hours need a headlamp. All participants are solely responsible for having headlamps. Headlamps can be transported together with clothes to certain controls – see “clothing transportation”. Spare batteries are available at controls.
What food is served during the race?
Red Bull. Enervit energy bars and energy gel, sport drink, cheese sandwiches and sweet rolls, bananas and oranges, coffee, salt pills and more at a total of 19 stations
Warm food like pasta and meat soup at 3 stations (5 passings).
If you break a pole:
A number of reserve poles is available at the checkpoints. These poles are marked with the race`s logo and must be returned after finishing the race. Failing to return the pole adds a charge of 500 SEK.
Is it possible to quit the race?
Yes, it is possible to quit the race at any station along the track. Transport by snowmobiles and minibuses back to Jokkmokk is available along the entire race track.
Do you have vaxing service on the track?
Yes, there will be vaxing service at selected stations.
What is the maximum time to complete the race?
30 hours.
Showers can be found at the Competition Center Västra Skolan.
Food after finishing is served at Competition Center Västra skolan: vegetarian soup, reindeer stew with potatoes and lingonberry jam, cakes, coffee etc.
Do you have tips for accommodation and transportation?
Yes! Check “Travel & Accommodation” below.
It’s easy to get to Red Bull Nordenskiöldsloppet!
Flight:
Stockholm-Luleå (SAS, Norwegian) 1,15 hours
Stockholm-Gällivare (Next Jet): 2,5 hours
Train:
Stockholm-Boden
Stockholm-Gällivare
Shuttlebuss:
Luleå airport – Jokkmokk, Jokkmokk-Luleå airport
We offer shuttle busses from Luleå airport to Jokkmokk, see preliminary time table below.
From Luleå to Jokkmokk:
Thursday 25/3: 19.30 from Luleå Airport
Friday 26/3: 14.00 from Luleå Airport
From Jokkmokk to Luleå:
Sunday 28/3: 13.00 from Jokkmokk (hotel, camping aprox. 10 minutes later)
Monday 29/3: 07.00 from Jokkmokk (hotel, camping aprox. 10 minutes later)
Price: 275 SEK one way. Contact SN Travel, info@snr.se for reservations.
Note: You have to book your ticket at least one day before your trip!
Car:
Luleå-Jokkmokk: 2 hours (175 km)
Boden-Jokkmokk: 1,5 hours (135 km)
Gällivare-Jokkmokk: 1 hour 15 minutes (101 km)
Travel packages: https://luleatravel.com/travel-packages/red-bull-nordenskiolds-loppet/
Lodging:
Looking for accomodation in Jokkmokk? Welcome to contact Jokkmokk Arctic Dream, +46-76-2433646, info@jokkmokkarcticdream.se, www.jokkmokkarcticdream.se
Hotell Akerlund, tel +46 (0)971 10017. Website
Hotell Jokkmokk, tel +46 (0)971 77700. Website
Skabram Turism & Gårdsmejeri, tel +46 (0)971 10752. Website
Arctic Camp Jokkmokk, tel +46 (0)971 123 70. Website
STF Jokkmokk Vandrarhem, tel +46 (0)70 3664645. Website
Booking of private accomodation:
– Jokkmokk Arctic Dream, +46(0)76-243 3646, info@jokkmokkarcticdream.se, Website
– SN Resor, info@snr.se, +46(0)971-582 22. Website
– Boende Jokkmokks Marknad, +46(0)72-5598681. Website
Accommodation close to Jokkmokk (<50 km)
Hotell Vuollerim Gästgiveriet, tel +46 (0)976 10660. Website
Arctic Colors Porjus, Hemsida
Arctic Nights Lodge Porjus, +46(0)76 – 8316699. Hemsida
Lodging outside of Jokkmokk (50-100 km):
Årrenjarka Mountain Lodge (at the race´s turning point), tel +46 (0)971 23018. Website
Hotel Storforsen, tel. +46(0)929-72100 Website
Accomodation in Gällivare: Gällivare Touristcenter Website
Kåbdalis, tel +46 (0)928 50147. Website
Blåfjell stugby, tel +46 (0)70 6264059. Website
Kronogård Vildmark, tel +46 (0)928 50080. Website
Experience unforgettable nature. Read more about Jokkmokk and the region at destinationjokkmokk.se and jokkmokk.se.
The race is organized by Nordenskiöldsloppet and Jokkmokks Skidklubb JSK in cooperation with Red Bull Sweden.
Red Bull Nordenskiöldsloppets organizer Wolfgang Mehl
The resurrection of this historical race is a result of an initiative by Wolfgang Mehl together with his organisation of enthusiasts. With 25 years of experience in organizing big events and a background as one of the best 100km runners in Austria in the end of the 90’s, the race is in good hands for the future.
Wolfgang Mehl, CEO
Daniel Tynell, Sportive Director
Lennart Larsson, Competition Director
Christian Rimpi, Lennart Nilsson & Lars Gunnar Lundvall, Track Officials
Merja Tyrväinen, Organization Manager
Silva Herrmann, Compitition Secretary
Håkan Sundqvist, Jokkmokks SK
In the framework of a Leader Polaris 2020 project, the Nordenskiöldsloppet will be further developed with the aim of coordinating efforts to increase the competitiveness of local and regional business and to contribute to a more diversified business community. We also want to contribute to high participation, collaboration and competence of individuals and actors in the area. This will be done in cooperation with Destination Jokkmokk, Jokkmokk companies and the non-profit sector. Key words in the project are networking, business development, development of new business models and diversity and integration.
See more about the EU’s efforts in agriculture and rural development at
EU Commission website.
www.leaderpolaris.se
