Vasaloppet - Article Index

Encyclopedia - Vasaloppet: Encyclopedia - Vasaloppet
Vasaloppet is a long distance cross-country ski race (ski marathon) held in Dalecarlia, Sweden, annually on the first Sunday of March. It...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Vasaloppet: Encyclopedia Ii - Vasaloppet - Sister Races
A sister race to the Swedish Vasaloppet is held annually on the 3rd Sunday of February in Mora, MN, USA. The American Vasaloppet features...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Vasa: Encyclopedia - Vasa
Vasa may refer to more than one article: The House of Vasa, older Swedish spelling Wasa (Polish Waza), was a family of the medieval Swed...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cross-country Skiing: Encyclopedia - Cross-country Skiing
Cross-country skiing (also known as XC skiing) is a winter sport popular in many countries with large snowfields, primarily Northern Euro...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - March 2004: Encyclopedia Ii - March 2004 - Events
• 08 Abu Abbas • 20 Queen Juliana • 28 Peter Ustinov • 30 Alistair Cooke More March 2004 deaths March 2004 - Ongoing events. EU ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Worldloppet Ski Federation: Encyclopedia Ii - Worldloppet Ski Federation - Locations
Only one event per country can be included. There are currently 14 races, spread amongst Europe, America, Asia and Australia: Europe: Bi...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Gustav I Of Sweden: Encyclopedia Ii - Gustav I Of Sweden - Early Life
Gustav Eriksson (Vasa) descended from Birgitta Gustafsdotter (Sture), the sister of childless Regent Sten Sture the Elder who had died in...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cross-country Skiing: Encyclopedia Ii - Cross-country Skiing - Styles
There are three main styles used in cross-country skiing. Specially adapted equipment is available to suit each. The Classic style was th...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Prince Carl Philip Duke Of Värmland: Encyclopedia Ii - Prince Carl Philip Duke Of Värmland - Leisure Persuits & Activities
Prince Carl Philip has been a scout and is fond of outdoor life. He is keen on sport and athletics; especially football, swimming, and sk...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cross-country Skiing: Encyclopedia Ii - Cross-country Skiing - Styles
There are three main styles used in cross-country skiing. Specially adapted equipment is available to suit each. The Classic style was th...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cross-country Skiing: Encyclopedia Ii - Cross-country Skiing - Waxes
There are a wide variety of waxes for Nordic Skiing. The waxes can be classified into three main categories: glide waxes, kick waxes, and...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cross-country Skiing: Encyclopedia Ii - Cross-country Skiing - Equipment: Skis And Poles
The skis are long and thin, to distribute the weight of the skier and allow the skier to move quickly. Typical ski dimensions are 2 metre...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cross-country Skiing: Encyclopedia Ii - Cross-country Skiing - Equipment: Bindings/boots
Three different binding systems are used in modern cross-country skiing: NNN (New Nordic Norm) – including the new R4 NIS variant SNS ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cross-country Skiing: Encyclopedia Ii - Cross-country Skiing - Equipment: Skis And Poles
The skis are long and thin, to distribute the weight of the skier and allow the skier to move quickly. Typical ski dimensions are 2 metre...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cross-country Skiing: Encyclopedia Ii - Cross-country Skiing - History
Cross-country skiing originated in Scandinavian countries in prehistoric times. It may have also been practiced by Native Americans for s...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Gustav I Of Sweden: Encyclopedia Ii - Gustav I Of Sweden - Reformation
After seizing power, the previous Archbishop Gustav Trolle, who at the time held to a post of some kind of chancellor, was exiled from th...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cross-country Skiing: Encyclopedia Ii - Cross-country Skiing - The Hobby And The Sport
As a hobby, cross-country skiing may be viewed as a kind of "bushwalking on skis", where skiers tackle trails of various lengths and diff...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cross-country Skiing: Encyclopedia Ii - Cross-country Skiing - Sports Events
Today, there are several types of cross-country competitive events, involving races of various types and lengths, as well as biathlon, in...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cross-country Skiing: Encyclopedia Ii - Cross-country Skiing - History
Cross-country skiing originated in Scandinavian countries in prehistoric times. It may have also been practiced by Native Americans for s...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Prince Carl Philip Duke Of Värmland: Encyclopedia Ii - Prince Carl Philip Duke Of Värmland - Extra
The very shy Carl Philip is glad that the majority of the Swedish media focus on his sisters. However, his good looks have not gone unnot...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Gustav I Of Sweden: Encyclopedia Ii - Gustav I Of Sweden - Family
Gustav's first wife was Catherine of Saxe-Lauenburg (1513–1535), whom he married on 24 September 1531. They had a son: Eric XIV (1533â...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cross-country Skiing: Encyclopedia Ii - Cross-country Skiing - The Hobby And The Sport
As a hobby, cross-country skiing may be viewed as a kind of "bushwalking on skis", where skiers tackle trails of various lengths and diff...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cross-country Skiing: Encyclopedia Ii - Cross-country Skiing - Equipment: Bindings/boots
Three different binding systems are used in modern cross-country skiing: NNN (New Nordic Norm) – including the new R4 NIS variant SNS ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Gustav I Of Sweden: Encyclopedia Ii - Gustav I Of Sweden - Gallery
Gustav Vasa had a series of paintings made during his reign. The originals are lost but watercolor reproductions of unknown date remain. ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Gustav I Of Sweden: Encyclopedia Ii - Gustav I Of Sweden - Heritage
Gustav's heritage has been disputed. In 19th century Swedish history, a folklore developed wherein Gustav was to have experienced all kin...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Gustav I Of Sweden: Encyclopedia Ii - Gustav I Of Sweden - End Of His Reign
In the late 1550's, Gustav was broken by bodily troubles. This has been confirmed when his grave was opened in 1945 and his corpse examin...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Gustav I Of Sweden: Encyclopedia Ii - Gustav I Of Sweden - Further Reign
Gustav encountered resistance from some areas of the country. In 1542, people from Dalarna rebelled, as they considered the king to have ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Gustav I Of Sweden: Encyclopedia Ii - Gustav I Of Sweden - Family
Gustav's first wife was Catherine of Saxe-Lauenburg (1513 – 1535), whom he married on 24 September 1531. They had a son: Eric XIV (153...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cross-country Skiing: Encyclopedia Ii - Cross-country Skiing - Waxes
There are a wide variety of waxes for Nordic Skiing. The waxes can be classified into three main categories: glide waxes, kick waxes, and...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Prince Carl Philip Duke Of Värmland: Encyclopedia Ii - Prince Carl Philip Duke Of Värmland - Extra
The very shy Carl Philip is glad that the majority of the Swedish media focus on his sisters. However, his good looks have not gone unnot...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Prince Carl Philip Duke Of Värmland: Encyclopedia Ii - Prince Carl Philip Duke Of Värmland - Marriage Speculations
The Prince has been dating Emma Pernald, the daughter of a wealthy Swedish businessman, for over five years now. There is some talk that ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Prince Carl Philip Duke Of Värmland: Encyclopedia Ii - Prince Carl Philip Duke Of Värmland - Designing & Charity
With a great interest for design and drawing, the Prince began studying Graphic Design in Stockholm in 2003, studies which he continues s...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Prince Carl Philip Duke Of Värmland: Encyclopedia Ii - Prince Carl Philip Duke Of Värmland - Military Duties
The Prince completed his military service at the Amphibious Batallion at Vaxholm's Coast Artillery Regiment as a combat boat commander (C...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Gustav I Of Sweden: Encyclopedia Ii - Gustav I Of Sweden - Reformation
After seizing power, the previous Archbishop Gustav Trolle, who at the time held to a post of some kind of chancellor, was exiled from th...   » Read the article