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Get ready for the 2025 Norwegian Foot March 30K! More details coming soon!
Norwegian Foot March Background:
The march was first held in 1915 as a test of marching endurance for soldiers in the Norwegian Army. A 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 prepared for combat – even after the march by carrying their rucksack /weaponry of 11 kg. The goal today is to stimulate the general interest of marching over extended distances amongst military and civilian personnel.
Approved Attire:
You must wear the approved military uniform, which is a field uniform and military-grade boots. The uniform must be within regulations during the march. Civilian events and 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).
Rucksack with content must weigh in at minimum 11 kg (24 lbs) at both start and finish line. Rucksack/backpack of military grade. Civilian participants can use a civilian version of a rucksack.
