Kategori: News for contestants
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Polaris sponsors the winner of the FL-1200
When the longest and toughest distance in the Finnmark Race is decided, an extraordinary prize awaits at the finish line. Once again this year, Polaris is sponsoring the winner of the FL-1200 with a Polaris Sportsman 570 EPS Agri Pro in Sage Green, valued at NOK 136,125 including VAT. The FL-1200 is a world-class achievement,…
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The official Finnmarksløpet sweater
In collaboration with Aclima, we are proud to present the sweater designed with sled dog racers in mind. Made from Aclima’s own fleece wool, 100% merino, it combines warmth, softness, and lightness with excellent insulation—perfect for cold days outdoors in Finnmark. The sweater features our official logo and is released in a limited edition. Get…
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Ole Sigleif appointed as spokesperson
Finnmarksløpet has appointed Ole Sigleif Johansen as its official spokesperson for this year’s event. With extensive experience as a long-distance sled dog musher, mentor, and commentator, he brings both expertise and deep knowledge of the sport. Ole Sigleif comes from a background in cross-country skiing and cycling, which laid the foundation for his endurance and…
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This is our 2026 administration
This is the team that will ensure Finnmarksløpet 2026 is accomplished with great success. Svanhild Pedersen, position as business consultant in Visjona AS, has been hired as acting CEO during Finnmarksløpet 2026. Her role will last from 1st of December and until the 2026 race has completed. Pedersen is no stranger to Finnmarksløpet as she…
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Draw of bib number
The draw of bib number for Finnmarksløpet 2026 has been done. This was for all mushers registrated before 31st of October. Mushers who registers after this date will receive start numbers consecutively. See the list of all signed up for FL-2025 here https://portal.finnmarkslopet.no/races
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Changes for Finnmarksløpet 2026
This year’s changes for FL-600 will come at the start of the race… Foto: Kristine Slyngstad
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Postponed deadline for checkpoint Karasjok
FL-1200: The race management in Finnmarksløpet postpones the deadline for checking out of the checkpoint in Karasjok by three hours. This means that drivers in FL 1200 must drive out of Karasjok no later than 03.00 on the night of Sunday. The reason for the postponed deadline is the challenging weather and road conditions during…
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Info about FL-2021
In this article we have gathered useful info for anyone wondering how the Finnmarksløpet 2021 will be. It is very difficult to be sure about anything these days. We have previously announced that we will do everything we can to arrange the race, although we must expect the surroundings around the Finnmarksløpet will be different.…
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Scandic Alta FL-600 banquet canceled
Local health authorities provide the following information for the public, all guests and participants:
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Important reminder for mushers resting on the trail
Mushers are reminded to move well off the trail when resting underway between checkpoints. Many mushers chose to rest along the trail this year. Rache Marshall Rita Halvig says they must make sure they get off the snowmobile trail and not rest ON the trail. «When resting between checkpoints, participants must go well off the…