Registration for the Swix American Birkebeiner, Kortelopet, Prince Haakon, and all Birkie Week events, opens June 2, 2014, at 8:00 a.m. CST. Again this year, registration is completely online at www.birkie.com.
New for 2015!
There are a few changes and additions this year,
including the brand new Birkie website, a new event insurance option,
and a chance to win a Birkie Week VIP package when you Like the Birkie
Facebook page. See details below.
REGISTRATION OPENS JUNE 2 at 8:00 a.m. CST
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
New Website
All those planning to register should be aware that the Birkie now has a brand new website at www.birkie.com. The ABSF suggests you visit the new site to get familiar with the Birkie ski events page. The new website makes it easier to see all the ski events in one place. Then, each individual event page has its own “Registration” button.
Skier Confirmation
As soon as you register for any Birkie Week event, you will receive an email confirmation. You can also access your confirmation for the Birkie, Korte, and Haakon events through the “Confirmation” button on those event pages.
Wave Placement
Please allow up to 30 days for wave placement notification, which you will receive by email from the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation.
Event Insurance
Having to commit to an event six-plus months in advance can be difficult, and issues can arise. The Birkie recognizes this and now offers an option for the Birkie, Korte, and Haakon similar to travel insurance in case something happens that prevents you from participating. Information about this insurance option will be provided in your registration confirmation email.
Participant Cap
The total participant cap for the 2015 Birkebeiner
50/54K, Kortelopet 23K, and Prince Haakon 12K events is set at 10,500.
All levels of skiers are encouraged to participate--experienced skiers
as well as those new to the sport of cross country skiing. While
registration for the 2014 Birkebeiner and Kortelopet closed on October
9, 2013, registration for the Prince Haakon remained open longer, giving
new skiers just starting their "Birkie Fever" experience time to get
into the ski season, get on skis--often for the first time--and be able
to get to the starting line of the greatest show on snow!
There is no way to predict how quickly registration will fill for 2015 events, so if you, friends, and family are interested in participating, consider signing up early to ensure you get in and also to take advantage of the lower registration fees.
Win a Birkie Week VIP Package!
The American Birkebeiner invites you to Like its facebook page
to keep up with all the latest Birkie happenings. On July 1, 2014 a
randomly selected Birkie Facebook follower will be selected to receive
the following Birkie Week VIP Package: Parking at the Birkie Race Start
area; Race Wax Service; and $100 in Chamber Bucks from the Hayward Area
Chamber of Commerce—good at more than 250 area restaurants, hotels, ski
and bike shops, grocery stores, golf clubs, and more.
Questions? If you have any questions, especially if you will be
new to the Birkie this year, please feel free to contact us with any
questions. We are happy to help! Email birkie@birkie.com or call 715-634-5025.
Thanks to all our Sponsors, including SWIX, Title Sponsor of the
American Birkebeiner and Birkie ski events, Feb. 19-22, 2015, as well as
FITS, New Moon Ski & Bike, Gu Energy, Hammer Nutrition, Marshfield
Clinic – Hayward Center, Timber Ford of Hayward, and dozens of other
businesses, organizations, and professional services.
SKI . RUN . BIKE . LIVE!
The Birkie is a year-round lifestyle
choice for thousands of outdoor fitness enthusiasts of all levels. From
its signature ski race--the legendary American Birkebeiner--The Birkie
has grown into an exciting array of fitness and recreational
opportunities. The 107-kilometer Birkie Trail system attracts skiers,
runners, bikers, trekkers, and hikers, from casual day-trippers to elite
superstars. Located near Hayward and Cable, Wisconsin, the Birkie is
now an outdoor sports mecca, a series of great races, a fitness
destination, and a lifestyle. Ski . Run . Bike . Live!
Contributed by: American Birkenbeiner