Jens Klaus Lennertchairman, finds it difficult to hide his satisfaction after this year’s Arctic Circle Race.
– It has gone really well, and as always it has been a pleasure to be a part of, says the chairman – better known as Kasik – with a smile in his voice.
Jens Klaus Lennertchairman, finds it difficult to hide his satisfaction after this year’s Arctic Circle Race.
– It has gone really well, and as always it has been a pleasure to be a part of, says the chairman – better known as Kasik – with a smile in his voice.
This year’s edition brought together 200 registered participants, of which 196 were on the starting line in Sisimiut. This is a smaller decrease compared to previous years, which, according to the chairman, is mainly due to a late winter. The snow took its toll, but came in enough time to complete the race – and according to Jens Klaus Lennert, gave an extra dimension of excitement.
However, the challenging conditions left their mark on the settlement. On the second day, the route was changed for the participants on the long 160-kilometer distance. Lack of snow in the hinterland meant that the stage was changed to a 60 kilometer route instead of the normal 53.
– It was a little longer, and the runners could feel it in their legs, states the chairman with a fond laugh.
Despite both route changes and a forecast storm that luckily never hit, the race was completed in good spirits. Not least the many volunteers are praised for their efforts under difficult conditions.
– I am deeply impressed by our volunteers. Year after year, they manage to carry out a huge task with set-up, take-down and logistics in tough terrain. We are very proud of that, says Jens Klaus Lennert.
While the last traces are still visible in the snow, the gaze is directed towards next year and an anniversary that calls for something special.
– We are already looking forward to next year. It’s the 30th anniversary, so we’ll probably come up with something special, promises the chairman.
