5TH ANNUAL NORWEGIAN FOOT MARCH

The start time for the foot march is 0500. Check in will begin at 0400. Please plan to arrive early for check in.

History:
First held in 1915 as a test of marching endurance for soldiers in the Norwegian Military. The strategic goal was to be able to move larger units of troops over a great distance swiftly and in a manner that enabled them to efficiently be combat ready, even after marching with their rucksack/weaponry weighing 11kg. The goal today is to simulate the general interest of marching over extended distances amongst military and civilian personnel.

The test consists of a 30km/18.6mile march (march/run) with a rucksack containing 11kg (24lbs). There is no longer a requirement to carry your rifle.

Approved military uniform (field uniform/work uniform and military grade boots). The uniform must be within regulation during the march. For events in where civilians partake in a military setting, civilian clothing is allowed i.e., long trousers and boots with a minimum weight of 1.5 kg (3.3lbs). The rucksack must weigh in at minimum 11kg/24lbs at both the start and finish line. The rucksack/backpack must be of military grade. Civilian participants can use a civilian version of a rucksack.

*We recommend packing your ruck with non-perishable food items as they will be donated to local community organizations upon completion of the event.

Age            Female Time requirements

18–20:        5:25
21–34:        5:15

35-42:         5:25
43–49:        5:30
50–54:        5:40
55–59:        5:50
60–:            6:00

Age            Male Time requirements

18–20:        4:35
21–34:        4:30
35-42:          4:35

43–49:        4:40
50–54:        4:50
55–59:        5:00
60–:            5:15