January 29, 2020 • 31 mins
From 21 people on the start line in 2001 to over 3,500 people entering the ballot in 2019. It’s undeniable that the Zalaris Norseman Xtreme Triathlon has blazed the trial for extreme triathlons and now stands as the pinnacle of achievements in the triathlon world. Even at the Kona Ironman World Championships, those who have raced Norseman are revered.
Like all successful epic races, they have humble beginnings and Norseman is no exception. We sit down with founder Hårek Stranheim to uncover exactly how Norseman began and how this one small event, triggered the revival of triathlon in Norway.
Like all successful epic races, they have humble beginnings and Norseman is no exception. We sit down with founder Hårek Stranheim to uncover exactly how Norseman began and how this one small event, triggered the revival of triathlon in Norway.
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