Vasaloppet
On Sunday, March 1, it’s time for the 85th edition of Vasaloppet.
The first Vasaloppet was perfomed by Gustav Vasa in 1521 when escaping from the Danes who wanted to see him dead and wanted Sweden to be a part of the Danish Kingdom. He started in Mora and his destination was Norway, but he didn’t come further than the village of Sälen before he was convinced to return to Mora. Later he became the King of Sweden.
Mr Vasa only used one ski pole and the distance of nearly 90 kilometers was mostly performed through a snowy forest.
Today, participating in the Vasaloppet it’s a little easier. With prepared tracks, two ski poles and regular refills of blueberry soup, the competitors are able to accomplish the race with slightly more ease.
For those of us who never would expose ourselves to an effort like Vasaloppet, SVT has transmitted the Vasaloppet since 1966. To make the broadcasting during the whole race possible, Prisma, part of Mediatec Group, provides no less than four OB trailers. This year Prisma is being supported by the sister company Mobile Links, supplying all the mobile broadcasting links between the nine checkpoints.
If you are a spectator on location, Massteknik, also part of Mediatec Group, provides two mobile displays, size XL. Everything to enhance your experience.
