FasterSkier · May 2, 2004
The Norwegian long distance cross country team is moving ahead toward next season with more resources, better financial conditions and new popularity.
The popularity of long distance cross-country skiing increased significantly in Norway last season. Anders Aukland’s popularity has almost reached hero status following his victories in the “live on television†Marcialonga and Vasaloppet races.
Increased financial backing from our sponsor makes this possible says team leader Lars Aabol.
New team members are Karl Gunnar Skjonnsfjell and Havard Skorstad while Morten Brors was dropped from the team after only one year. Rune Torseth, Anders Hallingstad and Jorgen Aukland are a part of the team as well.
Hallingstad and Aukland has the best contracts and backing. They can race any of the races in the FIS marathon cup that they desire while the others have to qualify. Skiers outside the team can do this as well.
