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N60° STORY
After scouring over 125 different destinations, we have
chosen the first race as IGO N60° - The Norwegian Challenge.
IGO N60 is imbedded in the heart of central Norway, a land
synonymous with adventure and home to the Heroes of
Telemark raid. The locals share the same passions as IGO
and the terrain selected is a place of untamed wilderness
and immense natural beauty. It is the location for British
Special Forces training and where Scott trained for his final
expedition, this is a snow-kissed paradise that has earned
the respect of countless polar explorers. The route, designed
by our head guide Rune Abrahamsen, allows the competitors
to explore the best of this incredible landscape between the
towns of Hemsedal and Geilo.
THE 4 STAGES ARE:
DAY 1: TOURING SKI AND DOWNHILL SKI
DAY 2: MARATHON FAT BIKE (FOLLOWED BY HUSKY DOGSLED)
DAY 3: MARATHON CROSS-COUNTRY SKI
DAY 4: MARATHON RUN
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THE EVENT ITINERARY
SATURDAY 12TH MARCH
SUNDAY 13TH - MONDAY 14TH MARCH
• Competitors
• Competitors
arrive in Hemsedal
mid-afternoon and transfer to the 4* Skarsnuten Hotel
fitting and evening meal with welcome address
spend 2 days training for
fat bike, cross-country skiing and
touring ski. Further briefings on safety, terrain and race rules
*MONDAY NIGHT KIT INSPECTION*
TUESDAY 15TH MARCH
THURSDAY 17TH MARCH • Depart
• Cross
• Kit
Skarsnuten AM, race begins with touring ski
• Race
Country ski stage start in AM.
This will be a staggered start with
competitors leaving in different waves
consists of 5-10 checkpoints
• Presentation
each evening of ‘Tour de France’-style Sprinter’s and GC Jerseys
• Camp
• Competitor’s
overnight in Nordic lavvus
FRIDAY 18TH MARCH • The
camps will be constructed and de-
constructed while competitors are racing
• Final
stage - marathon run, ending in Geilo near the Vestlia Hotel
• This
stage will begin later than the others so that the supporters arriving on the Friday are there in time to cheer competitors in. Race start will be 10am
WEDNESDAY 16TH MARCH
• Depart
camp AM and cycle (Fat Bike stage) to finish line. Competitors will spend the evening driving huskies
• Everyone
final night in Lavuus
• Party
camps for the night
at the finish line near the Vestlia
From Thursday evening friends and family of the race party begin to arrive in Geilo.
They spend the evening getting their kit fitted then ski on Friday until competitors
start to arrive. *These guests will need their own insurance, not insured through IGO.
SATURDAY 19TH MARCH SUNDAY 20TH MARCH
• Competitors
• Everyone
can relax, get a massage
and enjoy the pool. Guests can ski or try
any of the disciplines that have occurred
during the race including dog sledding plus the opportunity to go kite skiing. Adventures further afield, such as
whale spotting and hunting the Northern Lights are also possible.
has further opportunities to ski
or do the choice of experiences. Train departs for Bergen early afternoon and flight home leaves Sunday evening. Competitors and guests may choose to
stay on for the week – these will be dealt with on an ‘ad hoc’ basis. The official event will finish on Sunday evening.
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CAMP 1
CAMP 2
CAMP 3
5KM
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ACCOMMODATION
PRE-RACE ACCOMODATION: Hotel Skarsnuten, Hemsedal
N60° EXPERIENCE: Dog Sledding
POST RACE ACCOMODATION: Hotel Vestlia, Geilo
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N60º FITNESS TRAINING
(INCLUDED IN RACE ENTRY)
We provide the best preparation available and guide our
competitors every step of the way to reach their goals. This is
achieved through two full physical analyses, conducted before
and after the training period, in conjunction with comprehensive
fitness and nutrition regimes.
Physical analyses conducted
by the elite performance team
at Surrey Sports Park:
Specialist Nutrition Package:
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• Full physiological Analysis and musculoskeletal examination
• Cardio Pulmonary Exercise Test (CPET) - includes VO2 max
and ECG
• Lactate Threshold
• Body Composition
Based upon the specific demands of the particular event our Nutritionist will
design a nutrition package
to complement the training
regime and to fit around
the competitors’ lifestyle.
Through two fully professional
athlete profiles we ensure that:
• The competitor gets the
absolute maximum out of their
training
• The competitor can appreciate the advances they have made
• The competitor, as well as the
IGO Team, can feel confident
that they are up to the IGO
Quadrathlon
Bespoke Training Package:
• Each of our professional
athletes submit their proposed
training regimes to our Head Personal Trainer
• Based on these schedules, and
the specific competitor’s
personal anatomy and goals,
a bespoke training package is
developed
• Personalised weekly schedules are delivered via the IGO
Training app or email
• Every competitor has access to
ongoing support during their training regimes
Head of Performance, Mark Garfoot.
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A former lecturer and strength
and conditioning coach for a
Premier League team, Mark is
now performance manager at
Surrey Sports Park
His work has covered everything
from junior athletes to Olympians
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N60º SKILLS TRAINING
(INCLUDED IN RACE ENTRY)
An IGO is an excellent opportunity to intensively learn and
develop skills. You do not need to be a professional crosscountry skier, runner, cyclist or downhill skier to enter The
Norwegian Challenge. We believe competitors of all levels can
enter the race.
Terrain and Safety Briefings:
Run:
• Full briefing from a leading guide in the area on the race terrain including current snow conditions and potentially hazardous areas
• Full briefing from a qualified medic on first aid in the race, how to manage the physical strain and injuries, and how
to communicate and respond
if a competitor needs to be medically evacuated
• Full training regime designed by leading professionals based on bespoke fitness tests
• Advice on suitable shoes for the terrain and potential adaptations for running on snow
Touring Ski:
• Briefing and advice in London on strategy and bespoke training package
• Training during first weekend
of N60 in Norway
• Option for training weekend in the lead up to N60 to develop skiing ability. This may be
mandatory for some competitors.
Cross-Country Ski:
• Training regime carried out on roller-skis in London (can also be arranged in other cities)
• Training during first weekend
of N60 in Norway
• Coaching from former World Champion cross-country skier Siri Halle (Team N60)
Fat Bike:
• Training on repairs and fittings
of the fat bike
• Training during first weekend
of N60 in Norway
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N60º PHILANTHROPY
IGO N60° will change more lives than just those of the
competitors. Whilst fundraising is not compulsory, IGO will
urge competitors to raise money for personal causes. Whether
directly or indirectly, everyone involved in IGO helps to drive
positive change in the lives of those who need it most.
TEAM SPONSORSHIP:
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Team’s are free to fundraise for a cause close to their heart.
NB one charity per team.
Team captains may get in touch with our charity consultant to
plan a fundraising strategy.
SUSTAINABLE SOURCING:
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We are very careful about who we work with within every
IGO location. We use the suppliers and contractors that
share our ethos and have a positive effect on the local area.
We care passionately that hosting an IGO is fantastic for the area in question environmentally, economically and socially.
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TEAM N60º
IN ADDITION TO TEAM IGO WE HAVE ASSEMBLED A LOCAL TEAM TO HELP
US ON THE GROUND IN NORWAY.
SIRI HALLE
Cross-Country Ski Consultant
BEN NYBERG
Logistics Operator
All round Super
Norwegian Siri Halle
is a former Jr World
Champion and World
Champion crosscountry skier. She also
holds 3 MBAs, has
worked for the UN, is
a best-selling author,
has worked as a
consultant for Accenture and has been a
crucial asset for the Norwegian Agency for
Development Cooperation (NORAD) working
in Islamabad, Palestine and Malawi. Siri
is a fantastic example to all our IGO team,
demonstrating how extreme physical
attainment frequently goes hand in hand
with success in other fields. To ensure the
competitors can fully
concentrate on the race
we have the CEO of the
best tour operator in
the region handling the
logistics. British Ben,
who has Norwegian
family, went on holiday
to Norway 15 years
ago and never came back. He established
Ski Norway before setting up Scandinavian
Travel, which brings the same level of
excellence to the wider region. He will
personally be taking care of all travel for
both competitors and guests, which ensures
the foundations of the event are on a very
secure footing.
RUNE ABRAHAMSEN
Guide and Route Planner
ANDRÉ AND MARI BJORNSTAD
Head of Huskies and Dog Sledding
Rune is one of the most
experienced guides
in Norway and the
premier guide in this
region. He has over 20
years experience of
climbing these summits
and partaking in every
outdoor activity both
on his own and as a
guide and instructor for others. He holds a
sports and extreme outdoor training degree
from Volda University and a masters from
Sogndal University, along with elite climbing
instructor qualifications as well as being an
avalanche instructor through Norwegian
Mountain Sport Association. There is no-one
who knows this land better than Rune and
he is a fantastic asset to IGO.
This brother and
sister team have been
mushing all their lives.
André is a leading
competitor in all of the
biggest global Dog sled
races, typically racing
over 200-400km, while
Mari takes the lead on
the doghandling and
organisation. The love for the dogs and the
dogsledding runs in their blood and was
passed down to them by their parents;
during winter their school run was done
on a dogsled! André, Mari and their team
of dogs will provide another unforgettable
experience within IGO N60.
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N60º DETAIL AND PRICE
RACE ENTRY
£8,995 PER PERSON (INCLUDING VAT)
ENTRY FEE INCLUDES:
• Flights from London
• Transfers
• Pre race cross-country ski workshop (in Norway)
•Race meals
• Food (pre and post race)
• Jet Boiler/Wind Boiler
• Dog sleds
• Race support
• Medics
• Timing Chips
• Photography
• Videography
• Race finish party
• Race Insurance Cover
• 2 full athlete assessments by
the head of Surrey Sports Park,
Mark Garfoot
• Bespoke weekly training programmes
• Nutrition plan
• 5-week rollerskiing course (in UK)
• Hotels & Accommodation:
- Skarsnuten (3 nights)
-Lavvu nordic tentipi (3 nights) -The Vestlia (2 nights)
• All Race Equipment:
- Touring skis, boots, poles & skins
-Cross country skis, boots & poles
-Fat Bikes (one per person)
-Radios
NB - Non UK residents and accomplished skiers may opt out of the
training included above (for this we can offer a reduced race entry rate).
THE RACE ENTRY DOES NOT INCLUDE:
• Alcohol
• Personal race clothing
• Personal nutrition for race
• Personal Travel Insurance (we can advise)
•Final weekend activities
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