O-Ringen Magazine, nr 1 - 2022

THE MAGAZINE ABOUT THE WORLD'S BIGGEST ORIENTEERING ADVENTURE
NUMBER 1
MARCH 2022
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IN THIS ISSUE:
O-Ringen AB
Heliosgatan 3
120 30 Stockholm
info@oringen.se
Finally!
Contact O-Ringen AB
Claes Forsberg | CEO
070-492 14 50, claes.forsberg@oringen.se
Jens Lindquist | Project manager O-Ringen Uppsala 2022
070-377 62 15, jens.lindquist@oringen.se
Mats Adolfsson | Sales
070-394 50 71, mats.adolfsson@oringen.se
Anna Wennertorp | Marketing, Experience
& Competitior services
070-952 54 78, anna.wennertorp@oringen.se
Magnus Johansson | Competition & IT
070-381 03 56, magnus.johansson@oringen.se
Conny Gunnarsson | Logistics
070-8107349, conny.gunnarsson@oringen.se
10 500 registered!
5
6–7
Together we will make O-Ringen
a true public celebration.
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O-Ringen
The magazine is produced and
published by O-Ringen AB
Responsible publisher
Claes Forsberg
@oringen
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Bring your bike!
17–23
Stage areas – explore the exciting
stages in Nåsten, Sävja and Lunsen.
26-27
MTBO takes place within cycling distance
Layout
Martin Hammarberg, Adshape AB
Cover photo
Peter Holgersson
Elite sprint at
Studenternas IP
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33
Training courses with timig
replaces our Training race.
38-39
Unusually even distribution in the route planning.
At long last we have an O-Ringen year ahead of us again. The
pandemic has meant that we have had two years without O-Ringen
and that break has probably built up a longing within all of us to
experience the world's largest orienteering party again.
PHOTO: Peter Holgersson / Ulf Rask / Tina Axelsson
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The longing of the csúcs family.
44–49
Experience more of Uppsala.
58–69
O-Ringen 2023, 2024 and 2025.
71–77
Registration guide.
FINALLY! This summer it's time
for us to welcome you to Uppsala.
And how we have longed for this!
It will be so fun to see you all again
at the world's biggest orienteering adventure
this summer. And since there probably
is a huge pent-up interest to finally get to
participate in O-Ringen again, both the
hosting clubs and Uppsala are preparing
for a record number of participants who
want to experience world-class orienteering
as well as other activities to brighten up
their holiday week. Who wants to miss
another O-Ringen? Who wants to miss the
long table, the sense of club community,
Lunsen, the cake, the sweat, and the feeling
of excitement at the start and the wonderful
feeling of finding the first control point?
Who wants to miss crossing the finish line
and the celebration at our arenas filled with
orienteering friends from all over the world?
No, you don't want to miss it! So, mark
week 30 now and bring all your clubmates,
family and friends to share the joy and
community, our wonderful competition
areas, and experiences in Uppsala. See you
at O-Ringen in Uppsala!
JENS LINDQUIST
Project manager O-Ringen Uppsala 2022
jens.lindquist@oringen.se
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STOLT HUVUDPARTNER TILL
O-RINGEN.
Alewalds är en av landets mest
välsorterade butiker inom outdoor
och sport och har så varit ända
sedan starten 1937.
Vi har en av landets största
avdelningar för vandring och
friluftsliv, längd- och turskidåkning,
rullskidåkning samt
långfärdsskridskoåkning.
Med ursprung i det aktiva
friluftslivet har vi också ett stort
utbud av skor och kläder som
även fungerar utmärkt för
vardagslivet i stan.
10 500
participants are already
registered – are you?
Many of us have been registered since fall of 2019. Registrations have been
moved forward two years in a row but now it’s finally time. This far 36 countries
are represented on the list of registered participants and if we look at which
clubs they represent, the highest number right now comes from Sundsvalls OK
with 139 registered participants, with OK Kåre, Tullinge SK, Linköpings OK and
Täby OK not far behind. Which will be the biggest club at O-Ringen this summer?
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Class updates
Since O-Ringen Uppsala has been postponed
to 2022 you need to make these
changes due to a change in age since the
booking was made.
It is mainly class changes and only in our
classes where age matters (not DH21).
Because we offer a wide rage of classes
and in several cases it is also allowed to participate
in a class that does not correspond
to the year of birth, it is not possible for us
to move the registrations automatically.
Log in with your booking reference and
e-mail. Your booking reference can be
found at the booking confirmation. If you
can´t find your booking reference pleace
contact oringen@bynordiq.se and they
will help you.
Log in via: https://integration.oringen.
se/bookings/Edit. You can also find this
information at oringen.se.
Photo: Peter Holgersson O-RINGEN MAGAZINE NR 1 • 2022 5

Together we will make
O-Ringen a true public celebration
Many have already signed up for this summer’s adventure. Here we check in with some of the registered participants.
Photo: Peter Holgersson
The first-timer
Irma
What club do you belong to?
– Rasbo IK.
What class are you registered for?
– Inskolning.
Who are you coming to O-Ringen with?
– With my family. I hope that many who
I know will come and cheer on me too!
What do you look forward to?
– Running the home straight!
Do you have any goals during the week?
– To run fast and have fun!
The youths
Klara & Lovisa
What club do you belong to?
– Södertälje Nykvarn Orientering.
What classes / class are you registered for?
– Lovisa D16, Klara D18Elit.
Who are you coming to O-Ringen with?
– We go the whole family.
Which is your best memory of O-Ringen?
Lovisa: – When a friend and I went home from a stage that went really
good adn looked at the results eating "godisrem" (candy) at the same
time. It was so exiting and we where so happy for each other.
Klara: – Borås 2015. It was the first time I went to O-Ringen with my first
dog Laban. It was very exiting!
What do you look forward to the most in the Upplandian terrain?
Lovisa: – I hope for a technical challenge and
at the same time avoid slopes.
Klara: – I look forward to fairly tricky courses in nice forest.
Do you have any goals with the orienteering during the week?
Lovisa: – Not really but I want to “keep it together” the whole week.
Klara: – I want to do my best O-Ringen ever (free from mistakes).
The family
Nora, Ellen,
Mathias & Monika
What club do you belong to?
– OK Nolaskogsarna, Örnsköldsvik.
What classes / class are you registered for?
– Nora D18E, Ellen D16, Mathias H45, Monika D45.
Who are you coming to O-Ringen with?
– The family and the club
Which is your best memory of O-Ringen?
– The fellowship with our club and other friends as well as
the wonderful orienteering at the mountain in Sälen 2016.
What do you look forward to the most in the Upplandian terrain?
Nora: – Have run there a few times and always got lost.
Mathias: – Looking forward to the diffuse heights,
completely different from Höga kusten.
Do you have any goals with the orienteering during the week?
Monika: – To avoid big mistakes.
Mathias: – Not miss more than 2 minutes at any controll.
Ellen: – Avoid mistakes
The veteran
Lillemor
What club do you belong to?
– Gävle OK.
What class are you registered for?
– D80.
Who are you coming to O-Ringen with?
– I travel on my own and will be staying at my sister outside Uppsala.
Which is your best memory of O-Ringen?
– It is a lot of nice memories, I have participated in more than
30 O-Ringen. But mostly I remember a stage victory in Småland
2005. I had broken my hip and shoulder in february that year
but trained adn ran O-Ringen the same summer and won
a stage with 9 seconds.
hat do you look forward to the most in the Upplandian terrain?
– I have to say Lunsen. Tricky but so beautiful!
Do you have any goals with the orienteering during the week?
– I don´t have a special goal. I just want to participate and have fun.
The international participant
Laura
What club do you belong to?
– OK KĀPA Lettland.
What class are you registered for?
– D21.
Who are you coming to O-Ringen with?
– With my family.
Which is your best memory of O-Ringen?
– We haven't been to O-Ringenbefore. Running at least once at
O-Ringen is a 'must-have' for an orienteer, so we are planning
to finally make it happen this year.
What do you look forward to the most in the Upplandian terrain?
– I enjoy running in detailed swedish terrains and
believe orienteering in Uppland terrain will be
demanding and fun at the same time.
Do you have any goals with the orienteering during the week?
– My main goal is to have fun!
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Welcome to O-Ringen Uppsala
and the new Studenternas arena!
Foto: Gustaf Samelius
Foto: Snow Leopard Trust
Örjan Johansson övervakar en uppvaknande snöleopard.
Snöleoparderna är välkamouflerade i bergen och därför svåra att upptäcka.
Vilse bland bergen i Mongoliet
– Så är det att forska på snöleoparder
Foto: Per Aage Nilsson, FOJAB.
The Studenternas arena is the
place where the opening ceremony,
Bagheera youth relay and SLU Elite
sprint will be held.
On Sunday July 24th at 16.00 it is time to
open O-Ringen Uppsala 2022. Finally! The
opening ceremony will be held at Studenternas
Idrottsplats sports grounds in the
Stadsträdgården park in central Uppsala.
The area has a long history as a city park and
outdoor recreation area and the arena and
surrounding areas have gone through extensive
redesign the last few years. Work on the
arena is now finished and we are proud to be
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able to open O-Ringen Uppsala here.
The opening ceremony will, true to form, offer
entertainment and a wonderful atmosphere.
The Bagheera relay starts immediately
after the ceremony. A perfect start to a week
filled with joy. Since O-Ringen Kolmården
2019 the competition is held between club
teams. It is also perfectly possible to form
combination teams from different clubs if
you can’t build a complete team within the
own club. You only need four runners in the
classes D14, H14, D16 and H16. So, gather
a team and register for the Bagheera relay
2022. Later in the O-Ringen week, on Wednesday
July 27th, the SLU Elite sprint will
reach the finish line at Studenternas arena.
» Facts Studenternas IP
FIRST OPENED: 21 mars 1909
NICK NAME: Studan
CAPACITY: Summer arena: 10 250,
Winter arena: 4 700
OWNER: Uppsala kommun
BASIS: Artificial grass
HOME TEAMS VINTER ARENA BANDY:
IK Sirius BK, IFK Uppsala, Uppsala BoIS,
Uppsala Näs IK, Enköpings SK
HOME TEAMS SUMMER:
IK Sirius FK , IK Uppsala Fotboll, Dalkurd FF
Behöver man vara en superhjälte för att räkna
djur som inte vill synas på en av världens mest
otillgängliga platser? Kanske. Eller så är man
forskare på SLU. Vi besökte Örjan Johansson vid
SLU:s forskningsstation i Grimsö, där han ansvarar
för fångst och sövning av vilda djur.
Örjan Johansson har en jägmästarexamen från SLU och
doktorerade på snöleoparder. Sedan 2008 har han rest till de
mongoliska bergen för att med GPS kartlägga snöleopardernas
liv för den internationella organisationen Snow Leopard
Trust. Han har befunnit sig totalt över 1 000 dygn helt isolerad
från omvärlden i de väldiga bergen.
Snöleoparderna är mycket skygga djur som med sin smutsvita
päls lätt smälter in i sin omgivning. ”De kallas nog snöleoparder
för det är när de korsar den vita snön som vi människor ser
dem. Man har därför trott att de gillar snön, men i själva verket
försöker de undvika den då de syns som bäst där”, berättar Örjan.
Snöleoparderna är inte så aggressiva som andra leoparder
och de är rätt sociala djur. Det finns inga dokumenterade fall
där de angripit människor. Örjan har själv arbetat med att söva
och sätta GPS-halsband på en snöleopard under översyn
av en grupp snöleoparder bara 60 meter bort. ”De satt där
under hela märkningen, en timme ungefär, och tittade på när vi
arbetade”.
Örjan visar det halsband med batteri och GPS som de sätter
på snöleoparderna för att kunna följa dem i bergen. Efter 18
månader faller det av och då kan Örjan och hans kollegor åka
ut och plocka upp det för att samla in datan och lära sig mer
om dessa djur.
Vilken superkraft skulle du vilja ha?
Läs mer på www.slu.se/utbildning
Att hitta till en plats i bergen kan vara svårt. Det finns inga
kartor utan man använder en satellitbild. Örjan berättar att han
har lagt många månaders arbete med att köra motorcykel och
ta ”waypoints” på olika platser. När han kommer tillbaka till
lägret kopplar han in GPS:en i datorn och ser då var han har
varit någonstans; var hans waypoints hamnade på satellitbilden.
”För det mesta hade jag varit någon helt annanstans än
där jag trodde. Ofta tog det två till tre dagars försök att hitta till
platserna jag ville komma till. Nu har vi kartlagt vägar och stigar
genom att logga alla spår i GPS:en, markerat landmärken och
liknande.”
”Genom vårt arbete har vi fått fram mycket kunskap om snöleoparderna,
men vi har ändå bara skrapat på ytan. Vi kan
säkert hålla på en generation till innan vi är klara” säger Örjan.
Kunskapen om snöleoparderna skapar både förutsättning för
artens bevarande och den viktiga del i det ekologiska kretsloppet
som de utgör.
Vad gör Örjan då när han vill koppla av från jobbet en kväll i de
mongoliska bergen? Ja, precis som för de flesta av oss blir det
med en film. ”Men, jag rekommenderar inte zombiefilm när man
lever ensam i mörkret uppe i bergen”, säger Örjan och skrattar.
”De är ju gjorda för att man ska tro att det är på riktigt. Jag fick
beväpna mig med en käpp när jag skulle ut till toaletten efter
filmen.” Senare berättar han om skorpioner som kryper ner i
skorna inne i tältet, hur han tagit sig in i små trånga grottor för
att hjälpa rytande snöleoparder som fastnat i andras fällor och
om den ökända mongoliska dödsmasken som dödar omedelbart
med sin syra. Åt allt detta rycker Örjan på axlarna. Det är
en vanlig dag på jobbet för honom.
Huvudpartner
O-Ringen 2022

OVERVIEW O-RINGEN UPPSALA 2022
FÅFÄNGORNA
UPPSALA CITY CENTRE
TRAINING MAP
RESECENTRUM
ARENA STUDENTERNAS
ELITE SPRINT
BAGHEERA RELAY
ARENA KÅBOÄNGEN
STAGE 3
STAGE 3
SATELLITE PARKING
STAGE 1–5
ARENA PATTONS HAGE
STAGE 1
STAGE 2
15 min
O-RINGEN CITY
15 min
10 min
ARENA SÄVJA
30 min
STAGE 3
10 min
15 min
15 min
ARENA GRANEBERG
STAGE 2
10 min
15 min
ARENA FLOTTSUND
STAGE 4 & 5
Parking
Stage bus
Bike path to arena
HAMMARSKOG
TRAINING MAP
TRAINING COURSES
WITH TIMING
Orienteering
MTBO
Trail-O

Stolt etappvärd
ODIN Fonder
Uppsala is close
bring your bike
Travel to
Uppsala
Uppsala
Kapellskär
ODIN är ett nordiskt fondbolag som har funnits i 32 år. Vi
erbjuder ett brett urval av fonder på den svenska, norska och
finska marknaden, flera av dem prisbelönta.
Vi arbetar dagligen med att orientera rätt - för vår del bland alla
de bolag som finns på aktiemarknaden. Orientering har mycket
gemensamt med vår förvaltningsfilosofi ODIN-modellen - där
långsiktighet är grunden till starka resultat. Orientering är
dessutom en sport som kräver skarpa tankar, och där de som
vågar göra egna vinnande vägval premieras, d.v.s inte helt olikt
det som karaktäriserar den aktiva förvaltning vi bedriver på
ODIN.
Orientering är en inkluderande sport där alla från liten till
stor får plats. ODINs fonder förvaltas enligt samma princip. Vi
investerar i både i små och stora bolag, samtidigt som vi finns till
för både ung och gammal - för alla behöver ett sparande.
Använd QR-koden nere till vänster för att komma direkt till
vår hemsida. Där hittar du information om fondsparande, våra
fonder och aktiemarknaden. Du är också varmt välkommen till
vårt tält under veckan där vi gärna pratar mer om fondsparande.
Vi på ODIN ser verkligen fram emot att vara en del av O-ringens
fantastiska evenemang. Hoppas att vi ses!
ODIN Fonder - Vi skapar värde för framtiden
Historisk avkastning är inte någon garanti för framtida avkastning. De pengar
som placeras i fonder kan både öka och minska i värde och det är inte säkert att du
får tillbaka hela det insatta kapitalet. För mer information om risk, se fondernas
faktablad och informationsbroschyr på hemsidan under odinfonder.se/våra fonder
eller skicka efter dem kostnadsfritt via kontakt@odinfonder.se eller ring oss på
08-407 14 00. Avkastning visas alltid efter att förvaltningsavgiften är dragen.
Photo: Tina Axelsson
O-Ringen Uppsala 2022 has a very concentrated concept
without in any way renouncing the orienteering experience.
This is possible because Uppsala has many urban nature
reserves that has been preserved for outdoor life.
The O-Ringen City is situated on Ultuna, 6
km south of Uppsala city. It is easy to get to
Uppsala by train, bus, airplane, boat or car.
If you live on or near O-Ringen City, you
have cycling distance to all of the stages (4-8
km) and close to experiences and activities
in Uppsala city and its surroundings. Bring
your bike!
Bicycle distance
If you live on or near O-Ringen City camping,
you have cycling distance to all of the stages
(4-8 km) and close to experiences and activities
in Uppsala city and its surroundings.
Bicycle is an environmental and wise
choice of means of transport in Uppsala. The
short distances allow you to maximize your
experiences during the days. So we really
recommend that you bring your own bike or
rent/borrow a such.
As a complement, we will also offer transport
by bus to all of our stages at the main
arenas from the O-Ringen City.
Satellite parking
The satellite parking is located at the exit
of the E4 Highway. From here, as a participant,
you get a short and smooth bus ride
to Arena Pattons hage for stages 1 and 2 in
Nåsten, Arena Sävja for stage 3 in the north
of Lunsen and Arena Flottsund for stages 4
and 5 also in Lunsen.
No parking is offered at the arenas.
Arlanda
Plane and boat
Close to Uppsala there
are two airports, Arlanda
and Västerås airport.
From Arlanda you can
travel to Uppsala by commuter train or bus and
from Västerås there are buses.
There are also options to travel by ferry to
Stockholm, Kapellskär or Grisslehamn. From
here it is about an hour's journey to Uppsala,
by car or bus.
Car
E4
Stockholm
Bus and train
Travel by train!
Arlanda airport 17 min
Stockholm 30 min
Trains from all directions
stop in Uppsala, both
long distance trains and
comuter trains. The train
stops at Uppsala resecentrum in the middle of
the city from where you reach both the arenas
and O-Ringen City with several city bus lines
operating Uppsala. There are several buses that
operate Uppsala with long-distance buses.
Uppsala is close to most people
and is easy to get to. If you travel
with your own car and caravan /
motorhome, you will probably turn
off from the E4 or from one of the major country
roads 55 or 72 and get to the O-Ringen City by
Ultuna a little south of the city center.
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Which accommodation
do you choose
Book via
oringen.se
’’BLAND DE BÄSTA I KLASSEN
PÅ HÅLLBARHET,
MEN VI ÄR INTE NÖJDA’’
PETER JOON, SJÄTTE GENERATIONEN
KNÄCKEBRÖDSBAGARE.
O-Ringen Uppsala offers several
accommodation options. Uppsala
offers a wide range of hotels and
hostels. At O-Ringen City, 2400
campsites and accommodation on
hard surface are offered. In addition,
there are plenty of private homes for
rent. All accommodation is booked in
our booking portal at oringen.se.
Camp ground
O-Ringen City camp ground is situated on
Ultuna, only 15 min (4 km) by bike and 4
km with car from Uppsala Central station.
O-Ringen square is located in the middle of
the camping area and you can jump on the
stage buses directly from here. Although the
distance to all of the stages are 5–8 km so
biking (or walking) is a good choice.
The following service features
are available at the campsite:
• Toilets
• Water and tables for dishwashing
• Emptying of latrine
• Charging stations for phones/computers/
tablets
• Kiosks with a simple selection of breakfast
and snacks
Hard surface
Accommodation on hard surface is situated
very close to O-Ringen City camping at
Ultuna in Uppsala.
Accommodation on hard surface is a
shared simple accommodation form. You
bring your own mattress, linen and towels.
Toilets and showers are available. No access
to kitchen.
Private rentals
Private individuals can post their accommodation
for rent during O-Ringen. Our
partner Nordic Travel ensures that the
accommodation is conveyed smoothly and
safely for both the landlord and the tenant.
The objects are both villas and apartments as
well as summer cottages and caravans in and
around Uppsala and Knivsta.
The supply is replenished as new items
come in so if you do not find something at the
moment please check back in a few weeks.
Photo: Peter Holgersson
Titta på vår nya fina förpackning.
Där finns ett löv som
talar om hur mycket koldioxidekvivalenter
(CO2e)* som
knäckebrödet i paketet har
skapat – från åker till butik.
420 gram, närmare bestämt.
Vi har räknat in allt. Från tillverkningen
av gödsel för
åkrarna, kablarna som leder
strömmen till vårt bageri,
energin för att göra pappret till
våra förpackningar, bränslet
till traktorerna, lastbilarna...
ja, du fattar – allt.
I LÖVET SER DU DEN
VIKTIGA CO2e*-SIFFRAN. DEN ÄR
BRA, MEN SKA BLI BÄTTRE.
”BÄST I KLASSEN”
MEN INTE NÖJDA.
Experterna som hjälpte oss
göra detta var lika noggranna
som de blev lyriska. ”Bland
de bästa i klassen”, sa de. Och
tittar vi på andra så verkar det
stämma. Men trots allt vi har
gjort, vilket inte är lite, är vi
långt ifrån nöjda.
Vi följer vår
klimatpåverkan
från fält
till butik
VÅR PRODUKTIONSCHEF HÅKAN
VISAR VAR VÄRMEN FRÅN UGNARNA
ÅTERVINNS, TVÅ GÅNGER OM!
VI BAKADE
FOSSILFRITT REDAN
2013.
Alla våra ugnar värms upp
av grön el som framställs i
Dalarna. Överskottsvärmen
återvinns för att värma lokalerna
och vattnet. Den första
värmeåtervinningen installerade
vi redan 1954, bageriet
blev helt fossilfritt redan 2013.
DIREKT
FRÅN VÅRA LOKALA
RÅGHJÄLTAR.
Rågmjölet i vårt knäckebröd är
inte bara garanterat svenskt,
det får vi från bönder som
Anton Öhlund utanför Hedemora
– men aldrig längre bort
än 34 mil från vår egen kvarn.
Ja, vi har en egen kvarn så att
rågen kan komma så direkt
som möjligt från gårdarna till
oss, utan att åka omvägar. Allt
för att minimera transporter.
INGET GÅR
TILL SPILLO.
Hållbarhet handlar också om
att ta tillvara. Den lilla mängd
degrester och brödspån som
vi inte kan ta tillvara, skickar
vi till en annan bonde här i
Dalarna. Han har kor och
de älskar knäckebröd i vilken
form det än kommer.
FRÅN 1817 IN
I MORGONDAGEN.
Leksands Knäckebröd började
med gammelfarmors mormor
som föddes 1817, bara ett stenkast
från där vi har bageriet
idag. Och receptet är exakt
detsamma. Som du förstår är
kvartalsekonomin inget för oss,
vi räknar sekler. Precis som du,
tänker vi mycket på vad vi
lämnar efter oss till våra barn.
Följ med oss på resan mot en
fin framtid genom att konstant
sänka den där siffran i lövet
på paketet. Utan att vi någonsin
gör avkall på smaken.
GAMMELFARMORS MORMOR
JAKOBS KARIN FRAMFÖR BAGAR-
STUGAN DÄR ALLT BÖRJADE.
* Alla växthusgaser omräknade till effekten som koldioxid har på klimatet.
VI KAN GÖRA SÅ
MYCKET MER.
Även fast vi tagit bort all onödig
plast i vårt bageri och väljer
svensk kartong (som är dyrare
än den importerade) för att
undvika onödiga transporter,
så räcker det inte. Vi måste
bli ännu bättre om vi ska ha en
värld värd namnet att lämna
över till kommande generationer.
Det är ett konstant
pågående arbete som vi gärna
delar med oss av.
VÅRT
HÅLLBARHETS-
ARBETE
EN DEL AV VAD VI GJORT:
Vi bakar fossilfritt sedan 2013.
All värme från ugnarna återvinns
till lokalvärme och varmvatten.
Tagit bort alla plastkassar,
muggar och kartongband i plast.
DET HÄR JOBBAR VI MED:
Byter bilar och frakter till
fossilfria alternativ.
Effektiviserar energianvändningen
i bageriet ännu mer.
Installerar solpaneler på bageriet.
SKANNA QR-KODEN FÖR ATT
SE VÅRA FILMER, ELLER GÅ IN PÅ
LEKSANDS.SE/HALLBARHET
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O-RINGEN UPPSALA 2022
Liniment är en salva
med antingen kylande eller värmande
effekt. Den masseras in i huden
för att öka blodcirkulation.
Det finns flera olika typer av
liniment som varierar i styrka,
ingredienser och effekt.
ormsalva.se
COMPETITION PROGRAM
& Stage areas
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Snällare orm
får du leta efter
Competition areas O-Ringen Uppsala 2022
In Uppsala's immediate vicinity are some of Uppland's, perhaps Sweden's finest orienteering areas with Lunsen
as the crown jewel. At O-Ringen Uppsala 2022, you will have the privilege of experiencing Lunsen during three
of the Foot-O stages, one stage of MTBO and two of the Trail-O stages.
ORIENTEERING
ELITE TOUR
SUN 24/7
Studenternas
Bagheera
youth relay
MON 25/7
Nåsten
Stage 1
Extended
Middle distance
Nåsten
Stage 1
Extended
Middle distance
TUE 26/7 WED 27/7
THU 28/7
FRI 29/7
SAT 30/7
Nåsten
Stage 2
Long distance
Nåsten
Stage 2
Long distance
Activity day
Studenternas
Stage 3
Elite Sprint
Norra Lunsen
Stage 3
Long distance
ARENA SÄVJA
Activity day
Lunsen
Stage 4
Middle distance
Lunsen
Stage 4
Middle distance
FOTO: Peter Holgersson
Lunsen
Stage 5
Long distance
Lunsen
Stage 5
Long distance
Ormsalva Insane Stick biter hårt, men är galet snäll på stela och ömmande muskler.
MTBO
Nåsten
Stage 1
Long distance
Vårdsätraskogen
Stage 2
Middle distance
Activity day
Stadsskogen
Stage 3
Sprint
Lunsen
Stage 4
Long distance
Uppsalaåsen
Stage 5
Middle distance
Stela muskler och träningsvärk är nästan lika
vanligt som ormfobi. Ormsalva är dock inget
att vara rädd för. Tvärtom! Släpp loss. Rör
dig fritt och prestera på topp när du slingrar
dig fram i terrängen. Alltid på bettet i skogen
med Ormsalva Insane Stick. Det är det är
mycket enkelt att använda det kraftfulla
linimentstiftet* och du behöver inte kladda ner
händerna, varken före, under eller efter loppet.
Ormsalva är stolt sponsor till O-Ringen och
är ett av Sveriges mest kompletta sortiment
av liniment* för många behov.
Pssst... Ormsalva tillverkas i Borlänge och
finns att köpa på t.ex. Apotea.se
TRAILO
Norbyskogen
Stage 1
ARENA PATTONS HAGE
Vårdsätraskogen
Stage 2
ARENA GRANEBERG
Activity day
Stadsskogen
Stage 3
ARENA KÅBOÄNGEN
Lunsen
Stage 4
ARENA FLOTTSUND
Lunsen
Stage 5
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The terrain is fairly open
and flat, and you can
runt straight towards
your objective if you
keep your bearings
STAGE 1 & 2
NÅSTEN
O-Ringen Uppsala 2022
starts where
it ended in 1980
Last time O-Ringen was held in
Uppsala was in 1980. Back then the
competition was concluded with
the last stage in the nature reserve
Nåsten. Now, a little over 40 years
later, we are starting O-Ringen
Uppsala 2022 where we last ended it.
The arena is beautifully situated in Pattons
hage just 15 minutes bicycle ride from the
camping site at O-Ringen City. The name
”Pattons hage” arose after the famous
general George S. Patton visited in Sweden
in 1945 and watched a Swedish military
exercise at the site.
Nåsten offers varied
wilderness terrain close to the city
The Nåsten nature reserve has large areas of
old pine forest, ideal for runners, growing
on small hills and marshy areas. But it also
offers several other types of terrain. Close
to our arena in Hågadalen there are hiking
areas with many trails, short and steep,
slopes and further out you get a sense of
wilderness.
There are intricate areas with short lines
of sight and areas with many, sometimes
very large, boulders.
Sample leg from Nåsten, orange difficulty. The red
route choice is the shortest while the green one is
safer but quite a bit longer. The blue route is safe
at first, but it will be somewhat harder to take the
control points. Which route will you choose?
The longer routes will test the skills of all
orienteers.
This can be seen in a larger number
of trails, especially close to our arena in
Hågadalen. Both nearby and farther out you
can get a feeling of real wilderness.
PHOTO NIC KRUYS / PETER HOLGERSSON
» Stage area NÅSTEN
OL STAGE 1 EXTENDED MIDDLE
Monday July 25 2022
ELITTOUR STAGE 1 EXTENDED MIDDLE
Monday July 25 2022
OL STAGE 2 LONG DISTANCE
Tuesday July 26 2022
ELITTOUR STAGE 2 LONG DISTANCE
Tuesday July 26 2022
Unlike Lunsen, Nåsten is characterized by a larger variation
in the terrain. A few larger bogs are interspersed
with intricate wilderness terrain in the eastern parts
that is a reserve and therefore has been spared from
forest exploitation for several decades. In all this there
are denser areas, meadows, and flat rocks, and in
the western parts also some aspects of forestry and
agriculture. Runability is generally good to very good,
largely because of the flat terrain, but it can be affected
by vegetation, where especially wild rosemary in
the larger bogs can impede the running speed. During a
beautiful summer, the bogs can be entirely dry, and the
opposite if the summer is wet. Some larger and smaller
trails cross the reserve and there are some forest
roads outside of it. Roads allow high running speeds,
but you will need very supple ankles if you want to run
fast on the smaller trails.
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Significant parts
with flat, rocky
ground give good
line of sight and
runability
Orientera
i Åre!
STAGE 3
NORTHERN LUNSEN
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The similarities
with stages 4 and 5
are significant
» Stage area NORTHERN LUNSEN
OL STAGE 3 LONG DISTANCE
Thursday July 28 2022
Welcome to
Knivsta.
It consists of flat, detail rich pine
woods on rocky ground with many
larger and smaller marsh areas. The
somewhat distinguishing feature
of stage 3 is a more significant
occurrence of spruce, especially in the
lower lying areas closest to the arena.
This does reduce the line of sight but
without reducing runability. In these areas
the underbrush is instead lower, consisting
mainly of wild rosemary and bilberry sprigs.
There is a large number of paths in the
woods close to the built-up areas of Sävja,
where the arena is located. But further
south there is more and more wilderness.
The area is completely unaffected by
forestry. The longest legs will reach some
areas with windthrows.
The northern parts of Lunsen borders the
residential area Sävja in southern Uppsala and
is a popular area for outdoor activities that
consists of a larger number of trails that might
help on the easier routes but complicate things
on the harder ones. The trick is to make the
right choices and to know where you are. The
longer and harder routes will reach a beautiful
area in the eastern parts of Lunsen that are
a bit more hilly than southern Lunsen where
stages 4 and 5 will be decided.
The ground is light to moderately hilly and
the line of sight, as well as traversability, is
mostly good.
The arena for stage 3 is Sävja IP and
consists of a couple of football pitches and
several adjacent activity areas close to the
residential area Sävja.
Come to us during the O-Ringen week!
Discover our lakes, farm shops, flea markets,
hiking trails, cafes, nature reserves,
restaurants and cultural experiences.
knivsta.se/o-ringenuppsala2022
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This is more of
a challenge for
the mind than
for the body
STAGE 4 & 5
SOUTHERN LUNSEN
Lunsen - one of the
finest orienteering
areas in Sweden!
The southern and middle parts of
Lunsen are among the finest orienteering
areas in the whole of Sweden
and must be experienced. The terrain
looks like something out of a fairy
tale with a multitude of small hills,
bogs filled with wild rosemary and flat
rocks covered in reindeer lichen.
Despite the proximity to Uppsala Lunsen
mostly consists of untouched, pathless, wilderness.
But in the area closest to the arenas
in Sävja for stage 3 and Flottsund for stages
4 and 5 there is a large number of trails that
will be used for routes that require them.
For the harder routes, the lightly rolling
country creates a challenge that is more
strenuous for the mind than for the body. It
will, in other words, be exciting orienteering
in fantastic and enjoyable terrain. Whether
it is the finest terrain in Sweden or not is for
you to decide.
The two final OL-stages at O-Ringen
Uppsala 2022 have their arena at beautiful
Flottsund where the Fyrisån river empties in
Ekoln, the northernmost part of Lake Mälaren.
In this area you will find beautiful walking
areas and natural bathing places.
Sample leg from Lunsen, orange difficulty. The red
route choice is shorter while the green one is safer.
Which route will you choose?
» Stage area LUNSEN
OL ETAPP 4 MIDDLE DISTANCE
Friday July 29 2022
ELITTOUR STAGE 4 MIDDLE DISTANCE
Friday July 29 2022
OL STAGE 5 LONG DISTANCE
Saturday July 30 2022
PHOTO NIC KRUYS
ELITTOUR STAGE 5 LONG DISTANCE
Saturday July 30 2022
Lunsen mostly consists of untouched, pathless,
wilderness. In the area closest to the arena and
in the northern parts there is a large number of
trails that will be used for routes that require
them. The entire area is lightly hilled.
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A rich and
varied nature
reserve
STAGE 1 STAGE 3
STAGE 4
» Program O-RINGEN MTBO
MTBO STAGE 1 – Monday July 25 2022
NÅSTEN Arena PATTONS HAGE
Long distance with technical trails
and urban forest.
MTBO STAGE 2 – Tuesday July 26 2022
VÅRDSÄTRA Arena PATTONS HAGE
Middle distance with technical trails.
MTBO STAGE 3 – Thursday July 28 2022
STADSSKOGEN Arena KÅBOÄNGEN
Late afternoon with try MTBO.
Sprint with a lot of trails.
MTBO STAGE 4 – Friday July 29 2022
LUNSEN Arena FLOTTSUND
Long distance with technical trails
and urban forest.
FIVE STAGES
MTBO STAGE 5 – Saturday July 30 2022
UPPSALAÅSEN Arena FLOTTSUND
Fast middle distance in urban forest
and steep hills.
THREE ARENAS
MTBO
STAGE 2
Map examples for the different stages.
STAGE 5
» Contactless punching SIAC
All MTBO participants at O-Ringen Uppsala will
use the Sportident Air+ system for contactless
punching. Using SIAC brings a whole new
dimension to MTBO and enhances the feeling
of orienteering at full speed even more. Vital
seconds can be earned when controls can be
visited without stopping.
MTBO takes place within
cycling distance of O-Ringen City
The MTBO competitions at O-Ringen Uppsala 2022 will be held in close
proximity to Uppsala and O-Ringen City. All five stages are just a few
kilometers from O-Ringen camping. Also, at four of the five stages the
arena is shared with foot orienteering, which we hope will create a great
atmosphere for competitors in both disciplines. There is therefore an
opportunity to take part in both MTBO and foot O, as well as making it
easier for families who want to participate in both disciplines.
Stage 1
Along Uppsala’s western edge you will find
Hågadalen Nåsten, a rich and varied nature
reserve. Within the nature reserve you’ll find
agricultural landscapes, lush groves, dark forest
areas, bare rocky terrain and swarming bogs.
The reserve has been used by humans for millennia,
so today you can enjoy habitats teaming
with biodiversity, and also discover lots of exciting
ancient remains. O-Ringen MTBO starts
with a long distance race, with both route choice
legs and more intensive orienteering. Technicality
of the trails for riding varies substantially,
from narrow trails on rocky tops, bridges over
bogs, downhill sections, technical MTB trails,
fast paved trails, and forest trails. The finish line
is found at Arena Pattons Hage, the same venue
as for the foot orienteering stage.
PHOTO PETER HOLGERSSON
Stage 2
Vårdsätra forest is a small and beautiful forest
in southern Uppsala. The forest is close
to residential areas and is popular for outdoor
recreation. The nature is rich and varied
with coniferous forest, deciduous forest,
hazel groves and old pastures. Almost all of
our Swedish tree species and several foreign
species grow here. In terms of cycling, it is
mainly fast paved paths, but also forest paths
and MTB tracks as well as asphalt in built
up areas. Stage 2 is a middle distance race
with a lot of route choice within a small and
dense path network. As in stage 1, the finish
is located at Arena Pattons Hage together
with the foot orienteering.
Stage 3
Stadsskogen (”The city forest”) is situated in
central Uppsala, just a kilometer from the
castle. It is actually a park, but due to its size
and character, it bears great resemblance to
a typical Swedish mixed forest. Coniferous
forest dominates, and the area has been a
nature reserve since 2005. Stadsskogen is a
popular outdoor recreation area for Uppsala
residents. Stage 3 will be a sprint distance
event in Stadsskogen's labyrinth of fast hard
trails and narrow forest trails. Plentiful
micro-route choices will ensure that it’s easy
to get lost even though you are almost in the
middle of the city. The finish line is found at
arena Kåboängen, located in the northern
part of Stadsskogen.
Stage 4
Norra Lunsen is a large and high-lying forest
area. On barren rocky terrain, lean and
sinewy pines grow with plenty of wetlands
in between. Deciduous trees are in the clear
minority, with only a few aspen and birch
trees to be found within the mostly coniferous
forest. The fourth stage in Lunsen will
be a long distance race with route choice legs
crossing a variety of different terrain types,
including narrow trails inside Lunsen, dense
path networks close to suburban areas, and
pine forest trails towards Hågaån. The finish
line is located at Arena Flottsund with the
foot orienteering.
Stage 5
Årike Fyris is located along the Fyrisån river
just south of Uppsala city. Along the western
edge of the area are two of Uppsala ridge’s
heights, Ultuna- and Sunnersta ridges. Ancient
waterways run along the ridge and river. The
ancient castle on Sunnersta ridge marks the
important role of the Fyris river. The ridges
also consist of valuable natural environments,
rich in typical dry slope flora and sand-living
insects. During the final stage chasing start,
O-Ringen cyclists will encounter a completely
different type of terrain: ridge terrain with
short steep slopes up to 30-40 meters, as well
as more flat sections and built up areas. A
dense dirt, gravel and sand path network and
route choice legs characterise the final middle
distance race. The finish is the same as for stage
4, located at Arena Flottsund with the main
O-Ringen foot events.
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Forest terrain
with smaller hills
and fine contour
detail
» Stage 3 STADSSKOGEN
TRAIL-O STAGE 3
Thursday July 28 2022
ARENA: Kåboängen, shared arena
with MTBO.
START: Morning, before MTBO.
MAP/TERRAIN: North area of
Stadsskogen. Last used for
Trail-O in 2006. Flat forest with
mostly good visibility and hills
with fine detail.
FIVE STAGES
FOUR ARENAS
TRAIL-O
» Stage 4 MIDDLE LUNSEN
TRAIL-O STAGE 4
Friday July 29 2022
ARENA: Flottsund, shared with
orienteering and MTBO. Bussing
2 km to the competition area.
START: Morning
MAP/TERRAIN: Middle area of
Lunsen, Plantskolan. Last used
for Trail-O in 2006. Moderately
hilly forest with good visibility
and plenty of contour detail.
Come back for Trail-O
at O-Ringen Uppsala
It is with great pleasure that we can announce
that Trail-O is back on the O-Ringen programme!
Not only that, but we managed to devise a concept
whereby Trail-O competitions will share an arena with
participants in other branches of O-Ringen at four of
the five stages. During stage 1, 4 and 5 there will be
a shared arena for orienteering, MTBO and Trail-O, and
during stage 3 Trail-O and MTBO will share an arena,
with staggered times so that it is possible to make
room for both events on the same terrain.
» Stage 1 NÅSTEN
TRAIL-O STAGE 1
Monday July 25 2022
ARENA: Pattons hage, same arena as orienteering and MTBO.
START: Afternoon, once MTBO is over.
MAP/TERRAIN: Norbyskogen. Last used for Trail-O 2013. Forest terrain
with smaller hills, mostly good visibility with a few steeper slopes.
» Stage 2 GRANEBERG
TRAIL-O STAGE 2
Tuesday July 26 2022
ARENA: Graneberg, separate Trail-O arena 4 km SSW of Arena Pattons
Hage (orienteering & MTBO)
START: Afternoon, once MTBO is over.
MAP/TERRAIN: Vårdsätraskogen. Never previously used for Trail-O.
Forest terrain with smaller hills and fine contour detail. Mostly good
visibility with a few larger hills.
» Stage 5 SÖDRA LUNSEN
TRAIL-O STAGE 5
Saturday July 30 2021
ARENA: Flottsund, shared with orienteering and
MTBO. Bussing 3 km to the competition area.
START: Morning
MAP/TERRAIN: South area of Lunsen.
Never previously used for Trail-O.
Moderately hilly forest with mostly
good visibility.
Southern part
of Lunsen. Never
before used for
Trail-O
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The elite runners need
to be able to change
pace and be ready for
various kinds of orienteering
to succeed
SLU ELITSPRINT AT
STUDENTERNAS IP
The SLU Elite sprint will be held on
Wednesday of O-Ringen week, the
activity day, when most classes have
a day off for resting. This year’s elite
sprint will have an exciting backdrop
as the arena for the event will be the
recently redesigned Studenternas
Idrottsplats arena..
TEXT PETER RIDEFELT PHOTO PETER HOLGERSSON
Sprint in a classic environment. In the heart
of the student areas of Uppsala with the
newly built ”classic” Studenternas as arena
we offer a high-class elite sprint competition
with exciting path selection possibilities. The
runners are offered a variety of terrain, from
densely built-up student residential and
union areas to parks and environments of
cultural and historical significance.
One of the most famous landmarks of
Uppsala, the pink castle Vasaborgen from
the 16th century is located in the middle of
the area. The wooded city park Stadsparken,
bordering the waters of Fyrisån, is also a
part of the competition area.
– The character of the competition
area varies heavily and will test the skills
of the elite runners. They need to be able
to change pace and be ready for various
kinds of orienteering to succeed, says route
planner Kate Morrison. The arena will offer
high class arena feeling with results on big
screens and grandstands that lets everybody
see the runners reach the finish line on the
pitch at Studenternas. Outside the arena, in
the nearby park, there is both a playground
as well as lovely areas for a picnic in the
competition area.
» Stage area UPPSALA CITY
ELITTOUR STAGE 2 SPRINT
Wednesday July 27 2022
Sprint in a classic environment with high
class arena feeling, results on big screens and
grandstands that lets everybody see the runners
reach the finish line on the pitch at Studenternas.
FOTO: Peter Holgersson
Äkta sport
nära dig!
Hos oss missar du inget mål.
Vi är med och bevakar när våra lokala stjärnor spelar.
www.unt.se
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Kryssade du
i rätt ruta?
Training courses with timig
replaces our Training race
Motionsloppsförsäkringen ger dig en
ny chans att delta i O-Ringen nästa år
om du skulle bli sjuk eller skadad i år.
Du väljer till Motionsloppsförsäkringen
när
du anmäler dig.
Gäller för obegränsat
antal lopp under ett år.
Kostar endast
155 kronor.
Anmälningsavgiften
tillbaka vid skada
eller sjukdom.
Prepare for the competition by running one of our training courses in Hammarskog. Photo: Nic Kruys.
The training race that was earlier planned for Saturday
July 23d will be replaced with our Training courses with
timing. This means that you have the possibility to run a
course whenever it suits you during the period Thursday
July 21st to Sunday July 24th. The courses have timekeeping
with Sportident and result lists are presented as
the Sportident badges are read.
automatically apply to the new product instead. You keep the same
booking reference.
If you instead wish to cancel a training race and be reimbursed
for it or get your difference refunded, you need to contact
By Nordiq with your booking number and your bank details.
Contact By Nordiq at oringen@bynordiq.se
The following courses are available to
choose from (same as the previous Training race):
Redan anmäld till O-Ringen men missade
att köpa motionsloppsförsäkringen?
Ingen fara, du kan köpa den i efterhand på
folksam.se/motionsloppsforsakring
The training courses are located at Hammarskog, a scenic recreational
area a few kilometers outside Uppsala, with possibilities for
swimming in lake Mälaren. There will not be O-Ringen officials
present all the time, but there will be clear signs giving directions
to parking and start.
PM and directions will be published at oringen.se and avaliable
at our Competitor services (Deltagarservice) at the O-Ringen
Square. Register at oringen.se or at our Competitor services at a
higher rate. You get your map at Competitor service at O-Ringen
Square, where you also read your Sportident badge after the race.
Results will be published at oringen.se.
If you have previously booked a training race, that booking will
Dis. Class/Course Lenght Difficulty
Foot-O Mycket lätt 2,0 (Very easy) 2,0 Very easy
Foot-O Lätt 2,5 (Easy) 2,5 Easy
Foot-O Lätt 4,0 (Easy) 4,0 Easy
Foot-O Medelsvår 3,0 (Medium difficulty) 3,0 Medium
Foot-O Medelsvår 4,0 (Medium difficulty) 4,0 Medium
Foot-O Medelsvår 5,0 (Medium difficulty) 5,0 Medium
Foot-O Svår 3,0 (Difficult) 3,0 Difficult
Foot-O Svår 5,0 (Difficult) 5,0 Difficult
Foot-O Svår 7,5 (Difficult) 7,5 Difficult
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The longing of the Csúcs family:
Living and
socialising at
the campsite
Laura and Klaus Csúcs live with their two children in Mora. They have both
competed in the Orienteering World Championships for their respective
home countries, Hungary and Romania. This summer, they are especially
looking forward to finally staying at the campsite in the caravan that was
purchased for O-Ringen Uppsala 2020.
TEXT PER-OLOF SVENSSON PHOTO ULF RASK
February is not an optimal photo opportunity for
MTBO. Laura and Klaus with the children Kristian
and Erik in front who learned to ride a bicycle last
fall but haven’t ridden for a since it is winter.
They both grew up with orienteering
in their respective home
countries and met at an orienteering
competition in the summer of
2008. After completing their studies in the
autumn of 2010, the couple moved to Mora,
partly by chance. Laura really wanted to live
further south for foot orienteering, Klaus
further north for ski orienteering. It was a
compromise, but they also had friends in
Mora.
Their plan was to invest as much time and
energy as possible in sports for a few years
and then move to Central Europe for a more
ordinary family life with jobs and children.
But it turned out that work and family did
just as well in Mora, and the family is very
happy. Laura works as a physiotherapist at
the hospital in Mora and Klaus is an economist
and works as a business developer in
Orsa Kommun.
– We were very well received, and it has
been very fun to build our life here, I am
proud of that, says Klaus, who points out
that they themselves have arranged accommodation
and work.
Laura was a good junior orienteerer and
competed at JVM in Gothenburg in 2008.
She took 33rd place as her top position in
long distance. When she met Klaus, Laura
was inspired to try skiing and ski orienteering.
Between 2011–2014 she competed in
several major ski orienteering competitions,
including the European and world championships.
In 2013, Laura participated in the
cross-country world championships in Val
di Fiemme and this career was peaked with
the World Championships in Falun 2015.
Klaus parents have both competed internationally
in ski orienteering, so he grew
up with the sport. As a 14-year-old, he was
already able to compete in the world championships.
There would be a total of nine
world championships with several places in
the top 30. In 2009, Klaus concentrated on
foot orienteering and got to run the sprint
distance at the world championships in
Hungary. He also continued with skis, being
selected to compete at the cross-country
world championships in Falun.
Which was your first O-Ringen?
– It was 2011 in Mohed, Hälsingland, where
we ran regular forest orienteering. There was
also an MTBO show that was a huge success
and inspired us right away.
Since then, the couple have competed in
MTBO as they see it as good training and
both have their sights set on being selected
for this year's world championships, held in
mid-July in Falun and Säter, although Klaus
says that he still thinks that ski orienteering
is the most fun.
The Csúcs are very happy that it was Mora
that became and has been their hometown
for twelve years now. Laura is 34 years old;
Klaus is 35 and the children Kristian and
Erik are 6 and 4 years old respectively. They
thrive in IFK Mora where they are also
involved in club activities. They say that
the training opportunities for all different
disciplines of orienteering are very good.
Double and triple citizenship
Laura has dual citizenship, Hungarian and
Swedish. Klaus has three, also including
Romanian. In the winter of 2018–2019, the
couple wanted to train for a whole winter
and were looking for an au pair who
could help a little with the children. They
contacted the Hnilica family, and their
eldest daughter Lea lived with the Csúcs
from October to April. This developed into
friendship with the whole family, since the
Hnilicas also competes in MTBO at international
level.
– We have been at their home in Vienna
and most recently they celebrated Christmas
and New Year with us in Mora.
– They will of course come to the world
championship in Falun and Säter. And
we have booked two large caravan sites at
O-Ringen in Uppsala where we will have fun
together, says Klaus.
How much do you long
for O-Ringen in Uppsala?
–We have longed and planned for this for
several years now and to finally get to live in
our caravan and hang out with friends at the
O-Ringen camping site!
Do you have any specific goals?
– No, we just want to have fun with a nice
week in Uppsala.
Famil
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Unusually even distribution in the route planning
» Fact FEMALE COURSE SETTERS
– not a single
woman signed
up but once
I asked,
everyone
said yes.
Back row, from left side: Josef Nordlund, Jenny Westerberg, Mats Troeng, Magnus Blåudd, Johan Ohlström
Front row: Berth-Arne Bengtsson, Helene Nilsson, Jan Troeng, Johan Hamelius, Andreas Hjertson, Dorothe Spillmann,
Kate Morrison, Samantha Saeger, Fredrik Wigertz, Rob Hart, Olle Eriksson. Photo: O-Ringen.
It is not only in route planning that there
are clearly more men than women in the
higher functionary positions within Swedish
Orienteering.
In the application submitted by the Swedish
Orienteering Federation in 2019 for the
project "More women in events", you can read,
among other things:
"Of the Swedish Orienteering Federation's
85,000 members, 45 percent are women. For
members up to the age of 50, 48 percent are
women. Competition events are an important
part of the federation's activities. Every year,
more than 600 sanctioned events are held
within the four branches of the federation.
The proportion of competitive women is 40
percent and, in the group, up to and including
50 years of age the proportion of competitive
women is 44 percent.
TEXT MÅRTEN LÅNG PHOTO PETER HOLGERSSON
The routes have been ready for years.
But this summer it is finally time to
let the O-Ringen participants experience
the orienteering challenges
of Uppsala. It should be noted that
O-Ringen Uppsala is one of very few
events that have succeeded in achieving
an even gender distribution among
route planners.
You know the story by now. Preparations for
O-Ringen in Uppsala went well.
In 2017, work began on deciding which
arenas to use for O-Ringen in Uppsala. The
following year, the route planners began
the work that at the end of July 2020 would
result in about 20,000 people cruising (read:
not deviating a millimetre from the line)
through the five O-Ringen stages.
At the beginning of 2020, the courses
were ready, and on April 1st it was thought
that the files would be sent to the printer’s.
But, as you know, it didn't quite turn out
that way.
O-Ringen Uppsala was moved forward
not once, but twice.
But this summer, it's finally time.
– It's been a couple of very special years.
But a lot has also happened during this
time apart from the pandemic, says Johan
Hamelius, route planning manager for
O-Ringen Uppsala, and continues:
– We had an infestation of spruce bark
beetle in Östuna, which resulted in many of
the landowners wanting to cut significant
number of trees in the area. This would
mean that the routes we had planned would
largely have been on newly thinned and
felled areas. Therefore, we chose to move
that stage to the northern parts of Lunsen.
This means that we will have three Lunsen
stages, but at two different arenas. It’s very
unfortunate that we could not be in Östuna
because the terrain there would have placed
slightly different demands on the participant
when it comes to road choice in the
hilly terrain there. But the stage in northern
Lunsen will be a little different from the last
two stages that will be decided at another
arena in the southern parts of Lunsen, says
Hamelius.
The Östuna map will now be used as one
of the O-Ringen training maps instead.
How did you recruit route planners?
– It was my intention to recruit the best
route planners from the hosting clubs in
Uppland. And we have many good route
planners in the district. Interested parties
had an opportunity to sign up voluntarily,
and then I made enquiries to those I wanted
to have in the route planning group.
This has resulted in an even gender distribution,
which is unusual.
Between 2015-2019, the statistics (see the
fact box) show that the proportion of female
route planners on the approximately 600 sanctioned
events every year is about 12 percent.
– What was remarkable in our
recruitment process was that not a single
woman signed up when we first started
looking for route planners, but once I asked
the question directly, basically everyone said
yes, and has taken great pride in being part
of the route planning group at O-Ringen in
Uppsala, says Hamelius.
One of the female route planners is Jenny
Westerbergh from Rasbo:
– I've been orienteering since I was a kid
and planned my first competition in 2006.
The interest in maps and route planning has
always been there and so it felt like a natural
next step to start planning routes. Now I am
a member of Rasbo, which is a small club,
but when I planned my first competition, I
represented the big club OK Linné, and it
was very exciting to get the question. Getting
that opportunity energized me and it
felt the same way now when Johan Hamelius
called and asked if I wanted to be part of the
group planning the routes for O-Ringen,
says Westerbergh.
The route planners for O-Ringen are
divided into teams of two or three per
stage. Jenny Westerbergh plans the final leg
together with Olle Eriksson.
– We have obviously had the most cooperation
within our own stage, and with the
other route planners who plan the routes in
Lunsen. But we have also had joint meetings
with all the route planners, including an
internal course for planners, which has been
very rewarding, says Westerbergh.
O-Ringen Uppsala has chosen to give route
inspectors responsibility for the same class
throughout the week so that routes for, for
example, 14-year-olds maintain a consistent
difficulty level during all five race days.
Helene Nilsson, OK Linné, is one of the
route planners pavers on stage 1 in Nåsten,
southwest of Uppsala:
– Route planning for O-Ringen has been
a very fun assignment, although the wait for
the actual event has taken much longer than
we initially thought, says Helene.
But how did you plan the actual work?
For example, how much time do you
spend in the woods and how much in
front of the computer?
– It's hard to say, considering that this is "my
home forest". But I have obviously visited
all the checkpoints several times. Then we
prioritize the youth courses because in those
cases it is extra important that the paths
are clear and that the control point stone is
visible from the path. We also have several
route planners on each stage and there is
a maximum number of 218 control points
per stage so there may be some trade-offs
to make before the track is completed, says
Nilsson.
– I'm really looking forward to seeing the
first runners cross the finish line and test
these routes that we have been working on
for so long.
If you look at the proportion of women with
assignments as main officials at these
competition events, the figures are different.
Main officials mean race directors and route
planners.
Between 2015 and 2019, the proportion of
female race directors has been between 18
and 24 percent. The proportion of female
route planners has remained constant around
12 percent during these five years.
The high status and power of race directors
and route planners, contributes to also giving
the same people assignments higher up in the
organization and in the national federation.
This leads to an uneven distribution at higher
levels. For example, only 13 percent of the
competition managers in the districts are
women. The same is true for the Swedish
Orienteering Federation's organizer coaches
who support and inspire organizers of our
biggest and most important competitions,
such as the Swedish Championships.
All our 20 organizer coaches are men. Another
part that is linked to events is cartography.
Here we have a single female professional
cartographer out of the approximately 40
active cartographers. It is just as bad among
the district map managers. All 23 map
managers are men."
Denna atrikel har tidigare publicerats i Skogssport.
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Uppsala county governor
“I'm impressed”
– It is impressive that O-Ringen has
stuck to their plans to hold the event
in Uppsala, says Göran Enander,
governor of Uppsala County, or landshövding,
after it has been postponed
twice due to the familiar corona
pandemic.
TEXT & PHOTO PER-OLOF SVENSSON
O-Ringen magazine met Göran Enander
three years ago when it was just
over a year until the big event
in Uppsala. No one could
have imagined then that
a year later the world
would be hit by a pandemic
that put an end
to competitions, social
contacts and a severely
strained care and
healthcare system.
Göran Enander told us three years ago that he
has some experience of orienteering and was
involved in arranging O-Ringen in Uddevalla
in 2003. He knows the selected competition
areas in Uppsala well and, like so many others,
he highlights Lunsen as a natural choice for a
high-quality orienteering area.
Lunsen ends O-Ringen week with a finish
at Flottsund, south of Uppsala next to the
outlet of the Fyrisån river at Ekoln in Lake
Mälaren. This will also be within cycling distance,
like at the other stages. The challenge
for the organizers is that a bridge must be
built over a major road from the competition
area into the arena area.
Three years ago, Enander highlighted
the social importance of the event for
families, young people who meet,
the club community and the large
campsite. It is likely that the longing
for this is even greater now that
two summers in a row have gone
without an event.
Prior to the planned event in 2020,
there were officials who had already
started planning for their various
assignments three or four years
earlier. One challenge has been to
maintain this will and inspiration,
but the vast majority
have been able to retain
it and are now ready to
receive orienteerers from
all over the world. Three
years ago, Enander also
stressed the importance
of the non-profit commitment:
– It's absolutely crucial,
it stands and falls with
officials. It is also a
challenge in such a
large project with relationships
between
the non-profit and
those who are professional
employees.
You must respect
each other's roles.
What do you think about the fact that
O-Ringen have succeeded in moving
O-Ringen Uppsala forward two years,
instead of cancelling the event?
– It is impressive that the plans have been
kept and that it has been possible to keep all
the volunteer work alive.
Have you had the opportunity to pick
up the map and compass again, as you
planned when we met in March 2019?
– I participated in a night orienteering event
within the Friluftsåret framework last year,
organized by OK Linné.
In what ways will the region
be affected by the event?
– I hope that 20,000 participants will energize
the county and Uppsala. The event is
important for the local business community
in general and not least for the tourism
industry.
How did your work as governor change
during the coronavirus pandemic?
– There have been far fewer personal meetings,
which is usually the most important
tool in my work. In addition, there has also
been less official entertainment in the evenings
and weekends. At the same time, the
number of meetings with the government
and representatives of society at large has
increased even outside office hours.
When we met in March 2019, you
found my question about how much you
control your own schedule interesting. You
answered, “about 25%”. Has that changed?
– After the pandemic, it's important to hold
back. There's a lot of pressure from the outside
and the feeling is that I only control my
schedule to some extent.
Will you participate in or
follow O-Ringen Uppsala in any way?
– I intend to participate by at least running
an open route in connection with a stage.
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County Governor Göran Enander is impressed that
O-Ringen has stuck to their plans for an event in
Uppsala. He has orienteered before and knows how
to read a map.

Experience more of Uppsala
Take the opportunity to discover a little more
of Uppsala when you're here. To do something
else is a good way to load the depots with
new energy. Uppsala is close to everything
in many ways the ultimate destination for
those who want to experience more in a short
time. We have a rich cultural life, exciting
events and the whole history of Sweden - in
one place. The sights are many and exciting
for the whole family. It's a lively shopping city
with a wide range. In addition there is beautiful
nature, both in the middle of the city and
its surrounding areas if you prefer it
1. Old Uppsala
In order to tell the story of Uppsala We have
to start about 5 km north. It lay there for
1,500 years then the place Uppsala, the centre
of power of Svea Rike (The consolidation
of Sweden) and an important cult place of
worship. Here lived Vikings and their ancestors
on estates and farms, cultivated land,
engaged in trade and made long journeys.
Today, the place is known as Gamla Uppsala,
one of the world's most interesting Viking
destinations and tells the story of one of
Sweden's most mythical places. Here are the
three majestic royal mounds from 500s, one
of the largest burial areas in the Nordic countries
and the remains of the cathedral as was
built in the 12th century. The place tells about
mighty kings, golden pagan temples, human
sacrifices and large blot parties. Right next to
the mounds is Gamla Uppsala museum. The
museum's basic exhibition includes archaeological
finds from excavations such as those
which tell about the young kings, Viking age
sacrifices, pagan gods and a warlike Iron Age.
Join us on a journey across the seas of time,
from the pagan kingdom of the 5th century,
via the Viking Age's religious turning point
to the construction of the cathedral from the
12th century. Using Augmented Reality and
Virtual Reality, you can experience Uppsala
as it looked before. Walk around the royal
estate area about 100 years before the actual
Viking Age and see all the famous monuments.
Experience its huge hall in its majestic
elevation on the square next to the church. Or
go on a hunt for virtual archaeological finds.
www.upplandsmuseet.se/gamlauppsala-museum/
PHOTO DESTINATION UPPSALA
2. Fyrishov, water park and outdoor pool
A short walk from Uppsala's city centre is
Fyrishov, one of Sweden's largest arenas for
swimming and water adventures. A swimming
place for the whole family.
Here is the popular Äventyrsbadet where
you play in a tropical environment and birds
chirp among water slides, jet stream, waterfalls
and water cannons. Right next to it lies the
swimming pool with a large pool that they
have Olympic dimensions 50 x 25 metres and
courses reserved for those who want to swim
for exercise. If you are brave, you can go up to
the top 10-metres high jump tower and if you
want and dare - jump from the top.
On a beautiful summer day, you can
choose to hang out in the outdoor pools,
surrounded by one beautiful green area that
stretches down to Fyrisån. Here, the water
temperature is a lovely 26 degrees. On the
site there is also a playground and activities
in progress on and off.
At Fyrishov, there is also a relaxation pool
for those who are over 16 years, a little oasis
to unwind. Here you can enjoy a regular
sauna, steam room, a warm relaxation room
and in a large, 38-degree hot tub.
www.fyrishov.se
Cykelavstånd: 15 minuter till centrala Uppsala
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5. Fyrisån
3. Uppsala domkyrka (Uppsala Cathedral)
In the heart of Uppsala you will find Uppsala
Domkyrka,which with its majestic towers
is one part of Uppsala's silhouette. It is the
largest and the highest cathedral in Scandinavia
and also belongs to Sweden's national
shrine. In seven centuries, millions of people
have come here.
The city's most appreciated tourist destination
offers a history lesson beyond the
ordinary. In Gothic style, the cathedral began
to be built around 1270 and was finally inaugurated
in 1435. The 119 metres high towers
were first built in the 15th century. Since
then, several fires have affected the church,
the largest damage caused by the great city
fire of 1702. Among the sights are the shrine
with Erik the Saint's relics, a medieval altar
cabinet and a pulpit from the 18th century.
Artwork like Maria (The Return) by Anders
Widoff, Olof Hellström's candlestick and Eva
Spångberg's tableaux have attracted attention
due to their modern decoration.
Several important people in Sweden's history
are buried here. The kings Gustav Vasa
and John III and their queens are among
them. The botanist Carl von Linné and his
wife Sara Lisa Moraea, the naturalist and
mystic Emanuel Swedenborg and the Nobel
Peace Prize winner Nathan Söderblom are
some further examples.
In the north tower is the Cathedral
Museum Treasury Skattkammaren with one
of Europe's finest collections of medieval
church textiles. Also, older objects of gold
and silver are on display. In addition, Queen
Margaret's Golden, the world's only surviving
golden skirt from the Middle Ages and
the so called Sture clothes which in the same
way are the only complete menswear from
the renaissance of the late 16th century.
www.uppsaladomkyrka.se
Many say that you have not seen Uppsala
if you have not seen Fyrisån. Up and down
along the river's walkable paths are some of
the city's most popular places to visit, but
also cafes and restaurants with outdoor cafes
for a lovely summer hangout. Among the
favourites are the traditional Güntherska
Hovkonditori & Schweizeri, located in one
beautiful house just down the river and that
has been around in various forms since the
end of the 19th century. Another popular
place is Saluhallen (the Market Hall), exactly
below the cathedral. Built 1909, renovated
and newly opened in 2018, and which today
is one classic experience with trade, taverns,
café and an art gallery.
You can also experience the Fyrisån, on
the Fyrisån. Aktivt Uteliv offers rentals and
opportunities for those who paddle kayak
or Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP). You can,
6. Lennakatten
among other things join the Beaver Safari
together with one guide that takes you out
to the beaver's home waters or experience
the water, the heat from the sun and peace
within you with SUP Yoga.
www.aktivtuteliv.nu
4. Pelle Svanslös playground
In Carolina Park, behind the University Library
Carolina Rediviva, is Pelle Svanslös playground.
It is specially designed for environments in the
books about the tailless cat Pelle and which
since the inauguration in 2014 also has become
a sight for children and parents.
Here you can play in Pelle's basement and
attic, Måns shed, climb Gammel-Maja’s cathedral
tower and go down the slide. Visit Tusse
Batong's office and Fru Råttström’s confectionery.
There are also swings, bicycle carousel,
rooftops to climb on and a old-fashioned bus
going to Skogstibble. And much more!
Around the playground itself, there are
plenty of lawns and picnic tables, as well as
toilets. Do not miss Pelle's Adventure, a new
exciting game that you play on site in the
park with your phone.
www.destinationuppsala.se/activities/
pelles-aventyr
Enjoy a different travel experience with steam
trains, rail bus and vintage bus along one of
Sweden's most beautiful railways, the Museum
Railway Lennakatten. It passes through
a varied and captivating landscape - across
the Uppsala plain, through the dense Vedyxa
forest, out into the open landscape south of
Funbo church, and then meanders after the
inviting lakes Trehörningen, Lötsjön and
Långsjön, before the typically magical forest
is passed before the Faringe terminus.
The stations and stops function as starting
points for short nature and cultural walks
in the local environment but also longer
excursions on foot or by bike on the network
of footpaths, hiking trails and bike paths
available. Bicycles, as well as dogs, are taken
free of charge on Lennakatten's trains.
Along the way, you can stop at the railway
café in Marielund or the summer paradise
Fjällnora where there are a beach and
domestic farm animals. You can also stay and
eat a good meal at Länna Bruk's restaurant
or eat steamed beef at Augusts Värdshus in
Almunge or see the locomotive and wagon
halls in Faringe. Here you can also take the
opportunity to visit Thun's department store.
www.lennakatten.se
More tips on the web
www.destinationuppsala.se
At www.destinationuppsala.se you will find
more tips on what you can see & do in
Uppsala!!
Tourist information on site
During O-Ringen we are on site at the
O-Ringen Square. Feel free to contact one
of our experienced tourist informants for
personal service
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Welcome to Knivsta
– where nature is always close by
Welcome to Roslagen!
The nearness of the sea makes Roslagen a place for exciting experiences. Whether you are
looking for fast-paced adventures or prefer more quiet activities, there will be something for you.
20 minutes
by car from
O-Ringen
City
After an intense day of competing you
will enjoy Knivsta's calm pace. Knivsta
is a vibrant community with grocery
stores, restaurants and other local
services. At the same time, nature
is just waiting around the corner.
Discover our lakes, hiking trails and
dense forests!
Knivsta is never far away. In 10 minutes by
train you arrive in Uppsala, and Stockholm
is only 27 minutes away. Go by car to O-Ringentorget
in Uppsala and arrive within 20
minutes. Arlanda airport is just a stone's
throw away.
During the O-Ringen week,
there is a lot going on here.
In our centre for sports and culture, Knivsta
Centrum för idrott och kultur (CIK), you
will find activities for the whole family such
as padel, boules, film screenings and much
more. Top off your visit with a swim at
Särstabadet, within walking distance of CIK.
There is a café, diving tower and mini golf
course. If you want to experience untouched
nature, bring a picnic and head to one of the
municipality's two nature reserves - or follow
one of our hiking trails. Or why not visit
the newly built disc golf course? In Knivsta,
nature is always close by.
You are welcome to stay with us!
knivsta.se/o-ringenuppsala2022
5 great things to do in Knivsta
• CIK - KNIVSTA CENTRUM FÖR IDROTT OCH KULTUR
ust a stone's throw from the train station is Knivsta's largest
and most exciting meeting place, Knivsta Centrum för
idrott och kultur, popularly known as CIK. Here you’ll find
activities for the whole family during the O-Ringen week.
Read more as the O-Ringen approaches at cik.knivsta.se.
• SUMMER SWIM
Knivsta has several swimming spots. You will find Edabadet
at Eda campsite by Norrsjön. There is a swimming area
and a boat dock, with perfect waters for canoeing.
• FRITIDSBANKEN
Do you need to borrow equipment for summer activities? At
Särstabadet, you will find Fritidsbanken. Choose from roller
skates, boules, volleyball, juggling balls and much more..
• HIKING TRAILS
Discover a hiking trail - or roam free. In Knivsta municipality,
it is close to nature. Follow the Upplandsleden, which
winds through open cultural lands and larger forests. In
Långhundra, there are several cultural hiking trails, which
lead you through ancient areas with burial grounds and
ancient castles from the Iron Age..
• NATURE RESERVES
Do you enjoy untouched nature? In Knivsta, there are two
beautiful nature reserves: Gredelby Hagar with the birdwatcher
paradise Trunsta Träsk (walking distance from the
train station), and Kungshamn-Morga next to lake Mälaren
(ten minutes by car). Bring your lunch basket and enjoy!
The Roslagen archipelago offers unique places
to visit and experiences for all tastes. Among
the 13,000 islands, you will find nature
reserves, various kinds of accommodation,
restaurants and bistros in addition to fantastic
opportunities for boating. Öregrund is one of
Roslagen's many gems. This charming town
of wooden houses is a real summer idyll and
in fact the only town on the east coast where
you can see the sun setting in the sea! In addition
to magical sunsets, you can enjoy the
idyllic environment of small colorful houses
on charming little streets. Have a look around
the shops, enjoy locally produced delicacies
and a lovely meal at a local cafe or tavern.
During the summer, Öregrund really comes
alive and several large events are taking place.
One of them is the Boat Week (Båtveckan) - a
festival week with boating experiences and
entertainment for all interests and ages. The
finale of the Boat Week is the boat race Roslagsloppet
with the finish line in Öregrund.
Do not miss out on strolling through the recreational
area of Tallparken or visiting during
the Tennis Week, which has been arranged
since 1935.
Event tips
• The Boat Week in Öregrund from the 30th
of July to the 6th of August
• Roslagsloppet on the 6th of August
For more events see roslagen.se/evenemang
Feel free to follow us for more inspiration
from Roslagen Facebook: visitroslagen
Instagram: @visitroslagen
Foto: Anne Sofie Eriksson
Foto: Anne Sofie Eriksson
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Wise choices make
O-Ringen more sustainable
During the five-year period 2021-2025, O-Ringen focuses on being "A well-known
sustainable experience". Sustainable development of O-Ringen is about finding a
balance between social, environmental, and economic sustainability that allows
us to continue to create opportunities for existing and future generations of
participants to share community, joy, and experiences at O-Ringen. We will make
active and wise choices for a balanced and optimized sustainability. Our work and
our sustainability goals will contribute to the global sustainability goals.
TEXT ANNA WENNERTORP PHOTO PETER HOLGERSSON
For support in becoming an even more
sustainable experience, O-Ringen has
enlisted the help of Greentime. A digital
planning tool allows us to work actively with
our goals around environmental, social, and
economic aspects in a structured way. The
goal of O-Ringen is to be able to call itself a
Certified Sustainable Event. So how do we
get there?
Simon Strandvik, CEO of Greentime, says:
– To get the certification, O-Ringen
needs to achieve a number of sustainability
requirements in the planning tools associated
with the certification process. A variety of
questions related to sustainability are answered
and when the questions are answered,
an independent auditor will review these
answers. There is also a site check during
the O-Ringen event, which also results in a
protocol with observations and improvement
proposals.
Greentime has been around since 2014 and
works to make it possible for more people to
arrange sustainable events. The aim is to accelerate
the transition to a sustainable society.
Emissions really needs to be reduced and the
transition to a sustainable society must be
much faster. People's needs must be met, but
it must be done in a sustainable way.
– If we can get large organizers to focus
on sustainability and act accordingly, there
are also good opportunities to have a great
impact on the participants at the event. The
organizers become key players when we want
to make people more sustainable since an
event creates particularly good communication
spaces where important messages can be
conveyed, says Simon.
A sustainable event
One concept that comes up when talking
about sustainability is Greenwashing. In
short, this means that a company or organization
paints a false picture of being sustainable
and environmentally friendly, when its
actions in reality are completely ineffective
and insignificant and actually has negative
effects on the environment. Therefore, it
is very important to be able to document
and report what is being done to achieve
sustainability. Both protocols and auditing
are necessary tools here. The support that
Greentime contributes is also an important
part of the journey towards becoming a
certified sustainable event. Another crucial
thing is continuity and that O-Ringen has
sustainability as one of its most important
goals in its strategy is of course also crucial
to success. Simon Strandvik:
– O-Ringen has an advantage in that there
is a lot of documentation and willingness to
work with the sustainability both within the
event and at the Swedish Orienteering Federation.
The participants are also a group that
has great respect for nature from childhood.
You simply know that you are not supposed
to litter and that you should protect the
environment.
But how sustainable is O-Ringen?
– Getting a big event completely sustainable
is difficult but the work that O-Ringen
has done so far and is in the middle of is
outstanding, according to Simon, as the
sustainability issue is very central and omnipresent.
The fact that nature is the arena
for the event means that there is a built-in
responsibility for the environment from
both participants and organizers as well as
partners and suppliers linked to O-Ringen
.
How do we become
more sustainable together?
– There is no end to things you can do, but
you must focus on what you can do and
what you do well. Events have an environmental
impact, but we also have a responsibility
and a great opportunity to do things
and make changes that have a positive effect
on both people and the environment.
According to Simon, there are several concrete
things we can think about to become
more sustainable before and during the event.
– If I can mention three things, I would
choose transportation, what you eat, and
how you create and take care of your waste. If
you can reduce your emissions by taking the
train or carpooling to Uppsala and cycling
once you are there, it makes a big difference
and emissions are reduced, especially if there
are many who do so. During the event itself,
it matters a lot what you eat, perhaps you
could choose the “greener” option and thus
have less climate impact. And then there is
the waste – take care of your trash and sort
it correctly so it can be taken care of. And
if I can add one more thing, it is water use.
Use water sparingly when you shower in the
arena or wash dishes at the campsite – you
are many who with small savings can create a
big one together.
– Together we make a difference and
are part of something good and the goal of
O-Ringen is to facilitate and enable these
differences that create sustainability in the
long term.
Simon Strandvik
CEO of Greentime
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#MYUPPSALA
Our best tips for experiences in Uppsala.
O-Ringen Academy
EVENTS
SHOPPING
FOOD & DRINK
A wealth of experiences.
Uppsala’s attractions range from large-scale concerts
and sports events to intimate gigs, exhibitions and
displays. Throughout the summer, there are concerts and
entertainment on the outdoor stage at Parksnäckan (“The
Park Snail”) in the City Garden, where popular Swedish
artistes and children’s favourites can often be heard.
pssst...
Do not miss this summer’s unique exhibition about Van
Gogh at Fyrishov. A digital art experience filled with light,
color and sound that stimulates all senses.
For all tastes.
Uppsala has a unique mix
of small local boutiques,
specialist shops and modern
shopping malls, all within
easy walking distance
within the city centre. Start
in the charming shops
beside the cobblestone
alleyways near the Fyris
River, and then stroll along the pedestrian street where you will
find famous chain stores, brand shops and shopping malls. Just
three kilometres from Uppsala city centre is the Gränbystaden
Shopping Centre with over 160 shops, restaurants, cafés and
other services. Here, among other things, is the first 4DX cinema
auditorium in Sweden.
CULTURE & HISTORY
A lovely atmosphere and
great food.
Whether you want to eat a lot or a little, outside or
inside, Uppsala has a wide range of bars and indoor
& outdoor cafés.
At destinationuppsala.se/guides you will find tips
such as the best street food in town, tasteful coffee
bars and all the inns, bodegas and brasseries in
Uppsala that are worth a visit.
pssst...
There are over 140 outdoor cafés in Uppsala and
just as many reasons to visit one of them. Eat and
drink something while enjoying the sun for a while
and watching people walking by. A great way to
enjoy the atmosphere in Uppsala.
NATURE
Take it easy, in the middle of the
city or just around the corner.
Take a walk in the Årummet waterside development along
the Fyris River. Relax in the City Garden or one of the other
parks in the city centre. Only 15 minutes away, you will
find bathing areas, hiking trails and hidden spots deep in
the forest. Or how about a ride on the Lennakatten narrowgauge
heritage railway through the beautiful summer
Uppland.
pssst...
Carl Linnaeus is one of the world’s most famous scientists. Nowhere else are
there as many traces of him as in Uppsala. Walk along one of the Linnaeus
trails to his summer residence in Linnaeus’ Hammarby, visit the Linnaeus
Museum, which was his home, or enjoy the calm in the Linnaeus Garden – a
green oasis in the middle of Uppsala. linneuppsala.se
A pink castle.
Uppsala Castle was built by King Gustav Vasa in 1549 and has
played a major role in our Swedish history. It has been the scene
of several dramatic events involving bloodbaths, conspiracies,
plots and murder, and not least the abdication of Queen Kristina,
which took place here in 1654. Today, the castle is home to
the County Governor, but also houses three exciting museums:
Uppsala Art Museum, the House of Peace and Vasaborgen
(Uppsala Castle Museum). You can also enjoy Uppsala’s best
views from here with a roof-top walk on the castle roof.
MIAOW!
Do you know Peter-No-Tail? The famous cat lived in Uppsala
and left his paw prints here. Nowadays, you can meet him in
his play park, on guided walks and as a statue. Pussyfoot over
his own pedestrian crossing to the district of Åsgränd, where
he lived with his beloved Maja Gräddnos (Maya Cream Nose),
but which was also home to Elaka Måns (Mean Magnus), his
armour-bearers Bill & Bull and the other cats. Do not miss Pelle’s
Adventure, a new exciting game that you play on site in the park
with your phone.
www.destinationuppsala.se/activities/pelles-aventyr
Since the start of O-Ringen in 1965, one of the goals is to
develop the orienteering sport.
O-Ringen Academy is therefore a recurring feature on each
O-Ringen and aims to help with the development of orienteering
around the world. This can be done by offering representatives
from orienteering countries, education and training to help make
the orienteering sport grow in those concerned countries. The
participants at the Academy also receive training to develop their
own individual orienteering skills.
O-Ringen Academy is a unique opportunity for orienteering and
interested people to be able to continue working with development
of the sport in their home countries. The idea behind O-Ringen
Academy is, through the transfer of knowledge and experience, to
develop individual competence to be able to market, organize and
teach Orienteering in their own country and at the same time participate
at the worlds largest orienteering competition, O-Ringen.
Academy is above all
for participants from new orienteering countries where the sport
is under development and where there is a need to quickly gain
knowledge and routines to be able to organize your own orienteering
competition.
Do you have questions
about O-Ringen Academy?
Contact: Jaroslav Kacmarcik
jkpwt@hotmail.com
info@parkworldtour.org
Cell: +46 (0)70-582 83 87
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You can find more Uppsala tips at destinationuppsala.se

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FOTO NICLAS LIDSTRÖM
O-Ringen is finally
arriving in Åre!
See you in 2023
– to the mountains!
The mountain Åreskutan, reaching to 1420 m above sea
level, will welcome those making the journey to Åre. With
it’s rich history, Åre village has attracted visitors for
hundreds of years, growing into a year-round destination.
In summer 2023, O-Ringen will also make it’s mark in
Åre’s history.
A thousand years of tourism
Visitors have been making their way to Åre since the year 1100.
Thousands of European pilgrims passed through Åre on foot on
their way to Saint Olav’s grave in Nidaros, that today forms part
of Trondheim. The route can be undertaken on foot even today,
as a hiking trail follows the pilgrim’s footsteps, starting on the east
Baltic coast at Selånger, just outside Sundsvall, to Trondheim in the
west. What started as a farming village developed into an international
tourist resort, at least in part thanks to the clean mountain
air. The mountain air was thought to be beneficial for the ill and
» Facts ÅRE
INHABITANTS: Åre by 1400,
Åre kommun 12 100.
LIFTS: 42 during winter/5
during sommer.
WALKING TRAILS: 40 trails,
in total around 346 km
DOWN HILL TRAILS: 34 trails,
in total around 40 km.
NUMBER OF BEDS: 42 000.
the so-called “air-guests” were given the opportunity to participate
in activities such as hiking, hunting and fishing. It was actually as
last as the 1970s when Åre began to attract a similar number of visitors
in winter as in summer. In the 1970s Sweden was hit by skiing
fever and ski resorts exploded in parallel with Ingemar Stenmark’s
achievements on the international stage. The ”kabinbanan” cable
car was constructed in 1976 which brought a drastically increased
capacity to the life system.
Year-round destination
Although the winter season has been dominant in attracting visitors
to Åre in recent decades, summer tourism has also exploded
in the village in recent years. Hiking, mountain running, downhill
and cross-country mountain biking, white-water rafting and
a whole host of other sports have turned Åre into an adventure
paradise for the whole family. Åre also offers a broad choice of
accommodation and restaurants, from 5-star hotels to cosy hostels,
street food to fine dining.
After postponement of O-Ringen Åre for two years, planning
for the event in the Swedish mountains in summer
2023 is finally underway.
– It has been challenging for various reasons, but the
pandemic has given us room for manoeuvre and a chance
to develop the concept, explains Niclas Lidström, project
manager for O-Ringen Åre 2023.
– The initial idea was for O-Ringen Åre to take place in 2021, but
the pandemic postponed the event for not just one but two years.
Despite the pandemic, planning for the event in Åre has continued
and many things have had to be done not once but twice.
However, things are looking up, and there is confidence that the
event will be able to take place as planned in the summer of 2023.
– The postponements have caused us to move two stages from
Åre Björnen, because the landowners for the land where we would
have had the arena have now started to build a climbing facility.
This meant we had to really rethink our plans, Niclas explains.
Three stage areas
The two stages in Åre Björnen have been replaced with one stage
in Järpen and another stage in Ånn. Now O-Ringen Åre will be
arranged as follows:
• Stage 1 & 2: Trillevallen
• Stage 3: Järpen
• Stage 4 & 5: Ånn
– We are very content with these three areas that we will run in.
The cartographers and course planners are very satisfied. Now we
hope that all participants who come up to Åre in the summer of
2023 and take part in O-Ringen will be too, says Niclas.
Campsite also in Åre
Although there will be a smaller campsite in Järpen, and that the
rest of the accommodation will be spread out over the Åre valley,
the competition centre will be located in Åre village. The O-Ringen
square will be established around Holiday Club, and many
activities, including the Youth relay and Elite sprint, will be held in
Åre village.
– Åre is a wonderful location even in the summer. Taking the lift
up the mountain, Åreskutan, or hiking or taking the bike up will
be a fun experience for orienteers as well.
Competitors will not be able to take cars to the event stages; but
a bus shuttle service will be offered. Four bus lines will operate
from two satellite car parks, in Duved and Undersåker, to shuttle
participants to the events.
– O-Ringen Åre is a fantastic project to work with. Our volunteers
are working hard to create a great event for the competitors,
and for the first time we have several Norwegian clubs involved in
the organisation.
What can participants expect to experience
when they come to Åre in summer 2023?
– They can expect fantastic terrain, scenic run-ins and arenas, and
of course challenging courses. But above all I hope that they will
discover that there is so much more to see and do in Åre valley and
Jämtland, Niclas Lidström concludes.
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Åre torg.
A nice place for the arena in Ånn.

FOTO PÄR HÄGGSTRÖM
TRILLEVALLEN
JÄRPEN
ÅNN
TRILLEVALLEN
ÅNN
Untouched forests,
mountain terrain
and few paths
The preparations for O-Ringen Åre
continue in the lead up to summer
2023. For the first time in O-Ringen’s
history, all the course planners for all
five stages actually come from Norway!
– It is an honour that we are able to be
involved, together with the Swedish orienteering
clubs, to arrange the world’s biggest
orienteering event”, says Morten Strand
from Wing OK in Trondheim, who is planning
the courses in Trillevallen.
In total, nine planners have worked on the
courses for the five stages of O-Ringen Åre
2023. Twice now, the event has been postponed
thanks to the pandemic. What’s more,
for almost a year and a half of the pandemic,
the Norwegian planners were unable to travel
across the Swedish border to check out the
competition terrain – that of course was a
challenge, but has still been manageable.
Morten, how is the planning
going for the Trillevallen courses?
– The planners have had to cope with a long
pause thanks to the pandemic, but now we
are finally able to visit the terrain again. We
think that we’re in a good position with the
Trillevallen planning. The map is complete
and during the coming spring and summer
we’ll be checking out the terrain in person
to make small adjustments to planned
control placements, together with the other
planners, explains Morten.
What can competitors expect in Trillevallen?
– Runners can look forward to experiencing
untouched forests, hilly mountain terrain
and few paths in the area. The runnability is
good throughout the area and especially up
above the tree line.
Morten describes that the area around the
mountain Välliste will offer challenging
orienteering on the top slopes and fast open
marshes on the downhills.
– The mountain forest consists of pineand
birch-forest and can in places have
lower visitbility. Here competitors will need
to be careful in their orienteering and adjust
their speed to spike the controls and avoid
mistakes.
Morten strand has also found a favourite
spot in the terrain:
– I want to add that the view from the
summit of Välliste is one of the best views
in O-Ringen’s history! The views reach as
far as the Norwegian border to the west and
Östersund to the east.
Will there be one or two stages in Trillevallen?
– The first stage will take place in the challenging
forest on the south side of Välliste,
but for the second stage many courses will
reach Välliste’s summit with tough climbs
and a lot of traversing the slopes.
How does it feel as a Norwegian to get to be
a part of O-Ringen 2023’s organizing team?
– It was with a mix of delight and trepidation
that I accepted the role as one of
O-Ringen’s planners. O-Ringen is the largest
sporting event in Scandinavia and well
known in the world of orienteering, explains
Morten Strand.
He continues that orienteering is a smaller
sport in Norway and that there isn’t an event
quite like O-Ringen with such media focus
and status.
– It’s therefore an honour to be invited to
contribute as an organising club and have the
opportunity to work with the other Norwegian
and Swedish clubs for this huge event.
How many planners from Norway
are involved in O-Ringen Åre?
– We are nine in total from mid-Norway
across all five stages. There are three planners
from Freidig orienteering, three from
Wing OK, two from Stjördals-Blink and one
from Sköynar OK. As well as that we have
one planner involved in the MTBO.
What has been the hardest part of
planning the courses for O-Ringen?
– You can hardly compare the number of
factors involved in the O-Ringen planning
process with other events, as far as I know.
It takes a lot of time to plan because there
are almost 140 classes for different levels and
225 controls. Then we have to factor in the
8 different starts, the distances and adapting
the courses to the arena, as well as a few
areas of sensitive and protected habitats in
the competition areas.
– You could think of it as a very difficult
and complicated jigsaw puzzle! It has perhaps
been hardest to plan good courses for
the youngest junior classes in Trillevallen,
where it’s important to find the right level of
difficulty in an area with few paths.
– We have benefitted hugely from meeting
and discussing the courses as a group. We’ve
also had received really good guidelines
from previous O-Ringen events.
How do you think the
competitors will like the courses in Åre?
– We hope that participants will get to experience
mountain orienteering at it’s best, and
will take wonderful sporting memories with
them from O-Ringen Åre.
Course setter Morten Strand.
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FOTO PETER HOLGERSSON
Åre is the perfect place
to try MTBO for the first time!
The three MTBO stages will be held
unusually far away from what is
usually the central meeting point of
O-Ringen - O-Ringen square. However,
competitors making the journey should
be well rewarded, as the middle and
long distance events will be held at
Östersund Ski Stadium, famous for
hosting the Biathlon World Cup in the
winter season, as well as the 2019
World Championships.
Now the stadium and it’s surrounding area
will play host to two stages of O-Ringen
MTBO, offering fantastic terrain for MTBO
at all levels of difficulty. The tarmac roller ski
track weaves through the forest, and other
recreational trails make it possible to maintain
high speed on fast surfaces and with
clear catching features for beginners. The
technical and dense path network between
the main trails then brings in the opportunity
for fine navigation and challenging
courses. On the long race, participants will
get to enjoy many natural single-track paths
that have evolved thanks to Östersund’s
large community of MTB enthusiasts
during the past few years.
– Those that have followed the biathlon
competitions from Östersund will know that
there some quite steep trails in and around
the stadium area. Combined with the dense
path network, competitors will need to maintain
concentration while speeding downhill
so as not to miss a junction and have to
pay for it with extra climbing says Ingrid
Stengård, cartographer for the MTBO stages.
The sprint day in Järpen will offer a wonderful
mix of urban MTBO and steep forests
close to the town centre. Here, too, there is
a roller ski track and some newly built MTB
trails to cycle on.
– This is the perfect place to try MTBO
for the first time. Anyone who has run an
orienteering sprint will feel at home because
setting will
be quite similar.
The Järpen event will
also offer “come and try it” courses that
can be ridden on almost any bike, Ingrid
explains.
At the same time, the area will provide
good conditions for tricky courses for the
elite riders. An overly careless glance at the
map could cost crucial seconds in the form
of poor route choices among complex school
buildings, playgrounds and dead ends.
There will be a camping in Åre as well
During O-Ringen Åre there will be a
range of accommodation available
to competitors. Now we are able to
confirm that there will in addition be
an O-Ringen campsite to complement
the accommodation offered in cabins,
apartments, hostels and hotels.
When the planning for O-Ringen in Åre first
began, we thought that we would be able to
provide sufficient accommodation for competitors
and visitors in cabins, apartments,
houses, hostels and hotels. However, to ensure
that O-Ringen Åre 2023 can accommodate
as many participants as we would like,
we have updated our offering.
– It will now be possible for competitors
to stay at an O-Ringen campsite when they
make their way to Åre in 2023, says Niclas
Lidström, project leader for O-Ringen Åre.
The campsite will be built just outside
Järpen, around 20 km east of Åre, on an
airfield called Molanda. Here we will have
space for around 900 campervan, caravan
and tent pitches.
– When we met prospective competitors
at the stalls in Örnsköldsvik and Norrköping,
we found that many were asking about camping
possibilities, and so after some deliberation
decided that a campsite would be a good
solution, explains Niclas.
The campsite at Molanda will be smaller
than a typical O-Ringen campsite, but offer
the same services as previous years: toilets,
washing facilities, showers, kiosks, a restaurant,
café and other activities.
The campsite is located beside the scenic
Indalsälven, and should provide opportunities
for fishing, bathing, ball games and training.
Buses will operate from Molanda to all
stages, as it will not be possible to drive to
the events due to a lack of parking space.
– We will do everything we can so that participants
have a great stay at the campsite. The
environment is beautiful and the areas used
for camping pitches are mostly grass, with
some hard standing, describes Niclas.
– The campsite pitches are bookable on the
O-Ringen website, and the plan is to offer some
pitches with electricity supply. Clubs will, as
usual, be able to stay together at the campsite.
However, it is important that participants
book their pitches early, as we only have
around 900 pitches available.
As well as the O-Ringen campsite at
Molanda airfield, there will be a wide
selection of private houses and apartments
to book via the O-Ringen homepage this
summer. There are also some hotel rooms
available. However, besides the campsite,
there will not be an opportunity for clubs
to book accommodation centrally for their
members; clubs themselves need to therefore
co-ordinate private accommodation
bookings with their members if they want to
stay together.
Skistar also have apartments and cabins that
can be booked through their own website.
– Åre does not have large holiday villages
that are owned or run by the same company,
in the same way that for example Sälen does;
instead the accommodation is diverse and often
privately owned. This means that it will be
a little more difficult for participants to find
accommodation if they want to stay in the
same area as their clubmates, explains Niclas
Lidström, project leader for O-Ringen.
We will announce when we open bookings
for O-Ringen Åre 2023 via the O-Ringen
homepage and newsletter.
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Welcome to Smålandskusten in 2024
Work on O-Ringen Smålandskusten 2024 is in full swing. Anders Strömbäck is the project manager
in charge who drives the work forward. He has been an orienteerer for a long time and is an active
member of Ankarsrums OK, which together with SOK Viljan, Västerviks OK, Gamleby OK, Vimmerby
OK, Hultfreds OK, Målilla OK, OK Njudung, Kexholms SK, IF Stjärnan, Berga SOK, Ålems OK, Kalmar
OK, Nybro OK, Emmaboda Verda OK, Torsås OK, Eksjö SOK and Alstermo IF are host clubs.
PHOTO: Blå Jungfrun, Alexander Hall. Västervik, Nathalie Chavez. Astrid Lindgrens Värld, Magnus Römbo. Kalmar slott, Marcus Funke.
The host municipality of Oskarshamn
at the heart of the Småland coast will
offer coastal and inland terrain across
three different venues over the week.
The venues will be unveiled later this
year, with work already in full swing.
Orienteers will stay at a shared campsite in
the beautiful Döderhultsdalen valley, within
walking and cycling distance of the centre
of Oskarshamn and close to areas suitable
for sea swimming. Whether you would
rather stay in a cottage, hotel or rent private
accommodation, all options are available on
the Småland coast. It is also the best location
for excursions, whether you are interested in
art, history, adventure, Småland’s traditional
red cottages, swimming in our lakes, boat
tours of the archipelago or are just looking
for somewhere to play.
With its strong industrial profile, Oskarshamn
is the growth engine of the region.
The area receives hundreds of thousands of
visitors every year. Of course, you will already
be familiar with Astrid Lindgren’s World, the
Kingdom of Crystal, Kalmar Castle, Västervik
archipelago, Öland and the national park
Blå Jungfrun! There are also ferries from
Oskarshamn to both Gotland and Öland
(summertime). The Småland coast proudly
and openly welcomes all the orienteers of the
world, and we intend to provide you with the
best conditions for competition, a wonderful
community and fantastic experiences to top it
all off. You are warmly welcome!
PHOTO: Amanda Hedberg.
The hosting clubs, which together with
O-Ringen and Oskarshamns Kommun will
host O-Ringen Smålandskusten 2024, need
to gather about 1,500 officials to be able to
carry out this festival. As of now, a local management
team has been appointed where
each area (competition, travel, experiences,
market, etc.) will eventually be represented
and almost all positions have been filled
with people from the northern, middle,
and southern parts of the county. This is an
advantage according to Anders.
– The management team's work is currently
focused on appointing a number of
function managers for each area," Anders
continues. Those who are already up and
running in practical terms are the cartographers
and this spring, route planners
and inspectors will be on hand to start their
work with the route planning, says Anders.
The project is in a phase where you look at
points shared points of contact to see what
needs to be done and in what order this
needs to be done.
– We initiate and involve the non-profit
associations that exist in and around
O-Ringen city and O-Ringentorget at
Smålandskusten 2024. In addition, we are
working to create contact areas with the
municipalities and companies that are very
much affected by the 2024 event. Here we
are greatly helped by Attraktiva Oskarshamn
and Oskarshamns Kommun, Anders continues.
But what does it mean for a club and
its members to step in as officials?
– The greatest part of the experience is of
course that the members of the club get to
be a part of the world's largest orienteering
adventure as officials. However, one must
not forget what a great and positive economic
effect the event and the hours spent will
have. Money that can be used to develop
club activities for many years to come. For
example, you can create opportunities for
Anders Strömbäck, Project manager O-Ringen
Smålandskusten 2024.
children and young people to develop their
orienteering skills at camps and competition
events or perhaps to renovate the clubhouse
or buy training equipment, concludes
Anders.
At Kolmården, the hosting clubs got SEK
5.3 million to divide between them.
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Welcome to Jönköping
The clapping sound of fast footsteps
crossing the bridge of lake Munksjön
during a marathon, the electric energy
during the opening ceremony of the
world's largest digital festival, the
cheering of the crowd inside Husqvarna
Garden when the hockey puck slides
into goal. In Jönköping, events are our
main focus, therefore we are very happy
and proud to welcome the orienteering
competition O-Ringen 2025 to the city.
Vista kulle.
Along the southern shore of Lake Vättern,
lays the largest city of Småland. In this area,
the city and nature are combined in a perfect
symbiosis. Wherever you are in the city,
nature is always nearby. The region is a paradise
for both nature lovers and botanists,
with nature reserves, beautiful views and
one of Sweden's largest oak forests. There are
plenty of hiking trails and charming country
roads to cycle along in Jönköping.
In Jönköping we are used to big events.
Since 2015, the tough and prestigious triathlon
Ironman 70.3 is arranged here every
summer. If you ask the younger generation
what they think of when talking about
Jönköping, the answer is often; DreamHack.
DreamHack is the world's largest digital festival
with an international multi-million audience
and a convention with about 50,000
visitors arranged at Elmia in Jönköping since
2001. For events such as rowing, cycling and
orienteering, the nature is always ready as
an arena.
A city full of life
With an international university and a bit
more than 140,000 inhabitants the city of
Jönköping is full of life. The city center consists
of cozy alleys and canals that open onto
three lakes. Restaurants, museums, skate
and bike parks are just a few blocks away
from any of the city's hotels. A dinner by the
pier to watch the sun go down among the
sailboats or perhaps an evening hanging out
in the thriving Match stick area is a perfect
way to end the day. Perhaps the biggest
advantages of Jönköping is the proximity to
nature. With its soft paths, beautiful views,
John Bauer forests, vast bogs, lakes and
mountains, this is a perfect place to experience
the Swedish nature. Welcome!
» O-RINGEN JÖNKÖPING 2025
The process of finding arenas for OL, MTBO and
PreO stages is now in full swing. The next step
is a first consultation with Jönköpings Kommun
regarding all environmental permits needed for the
various arena proposals that have emerged. We
will also have a first consultation with the Swedish
transport administration Trafikverket, public
transport and the municipality soon about logistics,
all buses, cars, et cetera. We also hope to get a
green light from landowners and hunters who will
be contacted during fall and winter to enable us to
present a concept during the next summer.
– This will make it possible for us to produce
good maps for all disciplines with time to spare,
says Göran Carnander, Chairman of the club
council, Föreningsrådet.
What we already know about O-Ringen 2025
is that we get an O-Ringenstad around the Elmia
area with its wonderful views of lake Vättern. We
will offer varied terrain with the Vätterbranterna
in the east, typical Småland morain terrain and
international terrain in the south. In addition to
this terrain box the region offers lots of tourist
destinations with food walks, cycling trails through
rolling landscapes, Äppledalen, Dumme mosse,
Husqvarna Museum and the Match Museum, baths,
shopping centres and proximity to Gränna, the
hometown of the “polkagris” candy, as well as the
island in the middle of Vättern, Visingsö.
This means that we can really look forward to a
week full of activities. Welcome to Jönköping and
O-Ringen 2025.
Stolt sponsor av O-Ringen
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REGISTRATION GUIDE O-RINGEN UPPSALA 2022
PHOTO: Peter Holgersson
REGISTRATION GUIDE
The highlight of the year O-Ringen Uppsala 2022 is getting closer. During the week we offer
our classic 5-day competition as well as stage start and Miniknat (string course). There are
competitions for everyone and we hope you will share the joy with us this summer!
You register to Foot-O, MTBO and Trail-O at oringen.se. You can also register once you get to
Uppsala at our Competitor services or at the arenas. Our arenas are named Arena Pattons hage,
Arena Kåboängen, Arena Sävja, Arena Flottsund, Arena Graneberg and Arena Studenternas.
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Levels of difficulty - Main-, Short-, Recreational- and Open classes
Level
Beginner
Very easy
Easy
Moderate
Moderate
Moderate
Difficult
Difficult
Description
The course is in terrain with clear and connected features such as roads, larger paths, buildings and open land. The controls on a
green course must always be placed on handrails and must provide reassurance that the competitor is following the correct route.
Control features may be path bends, path junctions, telegraph posts, buildings or other clear features or objects.
The terrain is the same as for green courses, i.e. clear and connected features, e.g. roads, larger paths, open land and buildings. The
controls on a white course must mark only the end of one leg and the start of the next. The control features must therefore be easily
identified and distinct. As well as green course features, controls on white courses may also be on e.g. boulders, crags, fences and
similar features.
Yellow courses can be in more difficult terrain but runnability and visibility must still be good. The terrain must have a connected
network of roads, paths, fences, waterways, open areas etc. Control points may be on more difficult features, for example on the top
of a very distinct hill, but must always have a clear attack point. There must be a clear catching feature behind controls.
Orange and red courses must use runnable terrain, with gentler hills and forest, preferably with areas of cultivated land. Terrain
details must be clear. Compared to green, white and yellow courses, more difficult control features may be used, for example larger
re-entrants, distinct ridges, hills and crags. There must be a clear feature a maximum of 200 m before the control and a clear catching
feature behind it.
Same as for orange courses but you can encounter all types of terrain.
All types of terrain may be used. Very physically tough terrain should be avoided. All types of control feature may be used. Compared
to orange and red courses, purple courses place higher demands on, planning skills, choosing quick routes ahead of safe routes and
finding controls without clear catching features behind them.
On blue and black courses, the difficulty should always suit skilled orienteers, even if anyone can compete. The increased difficulty
level compared to other courses is because more of the orienteering uses contour features, detailed terrain and smaller features.
Same as for blue courses but you can encounter all types of terrain.
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REGISTRATION GUIDE O-RINGEN UPPSALA 2022
REGISTRATION GUIDE O-RINGEN UPPSALA 2022
5-DAYS
ELITE TOUR
Program Elite tour
Stage 1 Exended middle Monday July 25 Arena Pattons Hage
To compete in orienteering over five days / stages is the
cornerstone and origin of O-Ringen. That's how it all started
in 1965 and that's how most people still participate today.
The winner for many of the classes is determined by an
exciting chasing start on the final day of competition,
available for Foot-O, MTBO and Trail-O.
Program 5-days Orienteering
Stage 1 Middle Monday July 25 Arena Pattons Hage
Stage 2 Long Tuesday July 26 Arena Pattons Hage
Stage 3 Long Thursday July 28 Arena Sävja
Stage 4 Middle Friday July 29 Arena Flottsund
Stage 5 Long Saturday July 30 Arena Flottsund
MAIN CLASSES
Our main classes with five days of competition attract the most participants.
Main classes have assigned start times for stages 1-4. For our
younger participants there are introductory and development classes;
Introduction (Inskolning) and Youth (U-klass). In these you have
open start times and get a result, but only Youth has a list of results.
Everyone participating in the Introduction class gets a prize. The final
stage is a chasing for all main classes, except Introduction, Youth and
DH10 – DH12.
Class Middle Long Difficulty Class Middle Long
Inskolning 1,5 1,5 Beginner U1 2,0 2,0
Very easy U2 2,5 2,5
D10 2 2,5 Very easy H10 2 2,5
D11 2,5 3 Easy H11 2,5 3
D12 2,5 3 Easy H12 2,5 3
D13 3 4,4 Moderate H13 3 4,4
D14 3 4,4 Moderate H14 3 4,4
D15 3,5 5,5 Moderate H15 3,5 6
D16 3,5 5,5 Moderate H16 3,5 6
D18 3,5 5,5 Difficult H18 3,5 7,1
D20 3,5 6 Difficult H20 3,5 7,7
D21 3,5 7,7 Difficult H21 4,5 9,9
D21 Lång 4,5 9,3 Difficult H21 Lång 5 12,6
D35 3,5 6,6 Difficult H35 4,5 8,8
D40 3,5 5,5 Difficult H40 4 8,2
D45 3 4,9 Difficult H45 4 7,1
D50 3 4,4 Difficult H50 3,7 6,6
D55 3 4,4 Difficult H55 3,6 6,1
D60 2,5 3,9 Difficult H60 3,5 5,5
D65 2,5 3,8 Difficult H65 3 5
D70 2,5 3,3 Difficult H70 3 4,4
D75 2 3,1 Difficult H75 3 3,9
D80 2 2,5 Difficult H80 2,5 3
D85 2 2,5 Difficult H85 2 2,5
D90 1,5 2 Difficult H90 1,5 2
D95 1 1,5 Difficult H95 1 1,5
RECREATIONAL CLASSES
In the recreation classes (motion) you can run somewhat shorter
and easier courses and compete in classes divided by age and gender.
Recreational classes have open start times for each stage so you
can plan your day however you want.
Class Middle Long Difficulty Class Middle Long
D21 Motion 3,7 5,5 Moderate H21 Motion 4 6,6
D35 Motion 3,2 4,6 Moderate H35 Motion 3,8 6,3
D40 Motion 3 4,4 Moderate H40 Motion 3,6 6,1
D45 Motion 2,8 4,1 Moderate H45 Motion 3,5 4,9
D50 Motion 2,7 3,8 Moderate H50 Motion 3,3 4,7
D55 Motion 2,6 3,6 Moderate H55 Motion 3,2 4,6
D60 Motion 2,5 3,4 Moderate H60 Motion 3 4,3
D65 Motion 2,3 3,2 Moderate H65 Motion 2,9 4
D70 Motion 2,2 2,9 Moderate H70 Motion 2,6 3,8
D80 Motion 2 2,5 Moderate H80 Motion 2 2,5
SHORT CLASSES
This is the competition for those who want a little more flexibility
in start time and shorter courses, but who are at the same time
attracted by the competition. Free start time means you can start
whenever you want between 8.30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Chasing start
is applied on stage 5.
Class Middle Long Difficulty Class Middle Long
D12 Kort 2,0 2,5 Very easy H12 Kort 2,0 2,5
D14 Kort 2,5 3,0 Easy H14 Kort 2,5 3,0
D16 Kort 3,0 4,4 Moderate H16 Kort 3,0 4,4
D17-20 Kort 3,0 4,5 Moderate H17-20 Kort 3,2 5,5
D21 Kort 3,5 5,5 Difficult H21 Kort 4,2 8,3
D35 Kort 3,2 4,5 Difficult H35 Kort 4 6,3
D40 Kort 3 4,1 Difficult H40 Kort 3,8 5,7
D45 Kort 2,8 3,9 Difficult H45 Kort 3,6 5
D50 Kort 2,6 3,7 Difficult H50 Kort 3,2 4,8
D55 Kort 2,5 3,5 Difficult H55 Kort 3 4,6
D60 Kort 2,3 3,2 Difficult H60 Kort 2,9 4,3
D65 Kort 2,2 3 Difficult H65 Kort 2,8 3,8
D70 Kort 2,1 2,7 Difficult H70 Kort 2,6 3,3
D75 Kort 2,0 2,5 Difficult H75 Kort 2 2,5
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O-Ringen Uppsala 2022
at oringen.se
The competition where the world’s orienteering superstars
compete with Sweden's elite. The Elite Tour is open
to Foot-O classes DH21 Elit, DH20 Elit and DH18 Elit. The
Elite Tour is open for registration. The 80 best runners
from DH21 will be selected and the 120 best runners
in the junior classes. Additionally, O-Ringen exclusively
invites the world’s top orienteers to participate in the
DH21 Elit classes. The competitions are specially monitored
throughout the week. Prize money is awarded in
all classes, with the greatest focus on the total result.
OPEN CLASSES
Open Classes will allow you to select courses with a variety of
lengths and difficulty levels, letting you challenge yourself or a
friend. These are avaliable for Foot-O (12 classes) and MTBO
(3 classes). Entry to Open Classes is not restricted by age or gender.
The course lengths will be a little shorter when it is the middle
distance for Foot-O on Friday. Every Open Class has open start
times for each stage.
Class Middle Difficulty
Lätt 2,5 2,0 Easy
Lätt 3,5 2,8 Easy
Lätt 5,0 4,0 Easy
Lätt 10,0 6,0 Easy
Medelsvår 2,5 2,0 Moderate
Medelsvår 3,3 2,5 Moderate
Medelsvår 4,0 3,0 Moderate
MTBO Lätt Mellan
MTBO Lätt Lång
MTBO Svår Mellan
TRAIL-O CLASSES
Class Middle Difficulty
Medelsvår 5,0 4,0 Moderate
Medelsvår 6,0 4,5 Moderate
Svår 2,5 2,0 Difficult
Svår 3,5 2,8 Difficult
Svår 5,0 4,0 Difficult
Svår 7,5 5,0 Difficult
In the Trail-O competition map knowledge is in focus. Each control
has up to five alternate screens. You must remotely determine
which screen is correctly placed according to the control ring
on the map and the control description. You compete in a class
determined by its difficulty level, rather than age and gender. The
competition takes place in easily passable terrain, that is trails and
roads that can be navigated by wheelchairs, bicycles, etc.
Program Trail-O
Stage 1 Monday July 25 Arena Pattons Hage
Stage 2 Tuesday July 26 Arena Graneberg
Stage 3 Thursday July 28 Arena Kåboängen
Stage 4 Friday July 29 Arena Flottsund
Stage 5 Saturday July 30 Arena Flottsund
Class
Pre-Elit
Pre-A
Pre-B
Pre-C
Stage 2 Long Tuesday July 26 Arena Pattons Hage
Stage 3 Sprint Onsdag July 27 Arena Studenternas
Stage 4 Middle Friday July 29 Arena Flottsund
Stage 5 Long Saturday July 30 Arena Flottsund
Class Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 Stage 4 Stage 5 Difficulty
D18 Elit 5,0 7,7 2,9 3,9 7,0 Difficult
D20 Elit 5,7 9,3 3,0 4,5 8,5 Difficult
D21 Elit 6,6 13,2 3,2 5,2 12,0 Difficult
H18 Elit 5,7 9,3 3,4 4,5 8,5 Difficult
H20 Elit 6,5 11,5 3,5 5,1 10,5 Difficult
H21 Elit 7,7 15,4 3,7 6,1 14,0 Difficult
MTBO CLASSES
MTBO runs over five days and in 4 out of 5 days the arena is shared
with the Foot-O. Assigned starting times for stage 1-4, followed by an
exciting chasing start that will determine the overall winner on stage
5. MTBO is fast-paced and is very much about making the right path
and making quick decisions. The map is similar to the one used in regular
orienteering. The biggest difference is how paths and roads are
shown on the map. The road and the path's ride are reported where
you can simply say that the longer the lines on the map, the faster the
path can be cycled.
As before, it is allowed to double (introduced before O-Ringen
2019 in Kolmården) in both OL and MTBO. However, you may not
duplicate with the intention of reconnoitering before participating
in the other branch. If you participate in the Elite Tour, you may not
participate in MTBO stage 4.
Program MTBO
Stage 1 Long Monday July 25 Arena Pattons Hage
Stage 2 Middle Tuesday July 26 Arena Pattons Hage
Stage 3 Sprint Thursday July 28 Arena Kåboängen
Stage 4 Long Friday July 29 Arena Flottsund
Stage 5 Middle Saturday July 30 Arena Flottsund
Class Sprint Middle Long
D12 2,5 3,0 5,5
D14 3,0 5,0 8,5
D16 4,0 5,5 10,0
D20 4,5 7,0 14,5
D21 5,5 8,5 20,0
D35 4,5 7,0 13,0
D40 4,5 7,0 13,0
D45 4,5 4,5 14,5
D50 4,0 6,0 11,0
D55 3,5 6,0 11,0
D60 3,5 5,0 9,0
D65 3,5 5,0 9,0
D70 3,0 4,0 7,5
D75 3,0 4,0 7,5
D80 2,5 4,0 7,5
Class Sprint Middle Long
H12 2,5 3,0 5,5
H14 3,5 5,5 8,5
H16 4,5 7,0 13,0
H20 5,5 9,0 18,5
H21 6,0 11,0 25,0
H35 5,5 8,0 17,5
H40 5,5 8,0 17,5
H45 5,5 8,0 17,5
H50 5,0 7,5 15,0
H55 5,0 7,5 15,0
H60 5,0 6,0 13,0
H65 4,0 6,0 13,0
H70 4,0 5,0 11,0
D75 3,5 5,0 11,0
D80 3,5 5,0 11,0
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REGISTRATION GUIDE O-RINGEN UPPSALA 2022
3-DAYS
BAGHEERA YOUTH RELAY
MAP SCALES FOOT-O
OPEN CLASSES
The 3-day competition is created for competitors who want to
experience everything an O-Ringen entails, but for various reasons
can not participate in all five stages. We offer a range of open classes.
Choose the length and difficulty that suits you from a range of five
classes. Our open classes have open starting times. The courses on
stage 3 are shorter.
With the Stage Start option, you can choose the course you want to
run at each stage of O-Ringen. The Stage Start option is available
for each orienteering discipline that is offered at O-Ringen;
Foot-O, MTBO and Trail-O.
For our younger orienteers we offer Introduction and U-classes.
Theese classes can also be booked for 5 days main- and short classes.
Free start times apply to everyone so you can start when it suits
you. If you are an adult and a beginner, there are Try-it out classes
to start with. Then you can gradually choose a more difficult and /
or longer course.
For MTBO, both orienteering technical difficulty and cycling
technical difficulty are indicated. Class/Course indicates the
orienteering technical difficulty. Bicycle level indicates the bicycle
technical difficulty.
If you are new to the sport of orienteering, you can get help with
the basic skills and with finding the right course for you through
our orienteering school, located at each of the arenas used for foot
orienteering.
MTBO
STAGE START
Class/Course Sprint Mid. Long Technical
Mycket lätt kort
4,5 6,0 Easy
(prova på)
Lätt mellan 6,0 10,0 Moderate
Lätt lång 7,0 15,0 Hard
Svår kort 4,5 6,0 Moderate
Svår mellan 6,0 10,0 Hard
Svår lång 7,0 15,0 Hard
TRAIL-O
Klass/bana
Öppen Pre-A
Öppen Pre-B
Öppen Pre-C
Class Middle Long Difficulty
Lätt 2,5 2,0 2,5 Easy
Lätt 5,0 4,0 5,0 Easy
Medelsvår 3,3 2,7 3,3 Moderate
Medelsvår 5,0 4,0 5,0 Moderate
Svår 3,5 2,8 3,5 Difficult
Svår 5,0 4,0 5,0 Difficult
Svår 7,5 5,0 7,5 Difficult
MTBO Lätt Mellan
MTBO Lätt Lång
MTBO Svår Mellan
ORIENTEERING
Class/Course Middle Long Difficulty
Mycket lätt 2,5 (prova på) 2,5 2,5 Very easy
Mycket lätt 4,0 (prova på) 4,0 4,0 Very easy
Inskolning 1,5 1,5 Beginner
U1 2,0 2,0 Beginner
U2 2,5 2,5 Very easy
Lätt 2,5 2,0 2,5 Easy
Lätt 3,5 3,0 3,8 Easy
Lätt 5,0 3,7 5,0 Easy
Lätt 10,0 6,5 10,0 Easy
Medelsvår 2,5 2,5 2,5 Moderate
Medelsvår 3,3 2,5 3,3 Moderate
Medelsvår 4,0 3,0 4,0 Moderate
Medelsvår 5,0 3,7 5,0 Moderate
Medelsvår 6,0 4,0 6,0 Moderate
Svår 2,5 2,0 2,5 Difficult
Svår 3,5 2,7 3,5 Difficult
Svår 5,0 3,7 5,0 Difficult
Svår 7,5 4,8 7,5 Difficult
FOTO: Peter Holgersson
The traditional youth relay is organized in conjunction
with the opening ceremony July 24. The relay is between
club teams but you can also create a combination team
between clubs. Teams consists of four runners, one from
each classes D14, H14, D16 and H16.
Bring your club and support your team!
Legs Length Start procedure
H16-D14-H14-D16 4 x 1,8 km Mass start
TRAINING COURSES
WITH TIMING
Training courses with timing replace what we previously called
training race. With the training courses, you are now given the
opportunity to run a course when it suits you during the period
Thursday July 21 - Sunday July 24.
The courses have timekeeping with Sportident and result lists are
presented as the Sportident badges are read.
The training courses will be offered at Hammarskog.
The following courses are avaliable to choose from:
Branch Class/course Length Difficulty
OL Mycket lätt 2,0 2,0 Very easy
OL Lätt 2,5 2,5 Easy
OL Lätt 4,0 4,0 Easy
OL Medelsvår 3,0 3,0 Moderate
OL Medelsvår 4,0 4,0 Moderate
OL Medelsvår 5,0 5,0 Moderate
OL Svår 3,0 3,0 Difficult
OL Svår 5,0 5,0 Difficult
OL Svår 7,5 7,5 Difficult
TRAINING MAPS
We offer two training maps in Foot-O and one in MTBO
both similar to the competition areas. Release date is
May 1st 2022. Read more and buy your map at oringen.se.
• Östuna (Orienteering)
• Fåfängorna (Orienteering)
• Hammarskog (MTBO*)
*The training map for Foot-O in Hammarskog is not longer avliable since
we now have our trining courses in that area. If you have made a purchase
please contact our booking services oringen@bynordiq for a refund.
The map scale varies depending on which class you have entered.
Here you can find the map scale for your class.
YOUTH CLASSES
For Inskolning, U1, U2, DH10-DH14 (short classes included) the
map scale is 1:7500 for all stages.
DH15-DH16 (short classes included) have map scale 1:10 000
for all stages.
JUNIOR AND SENIOR CLASSES
DH18-DH21 (short and elite classes included) have map scale
1:15 000 for the long distance stages and 1:10 000 for the middle
distance stages.
ADULT CLASSES
DH21 Motion, DH35-DH40 (short and recreational classes
included) have map scale 1:10 000 for all stages.
DH45 and older classes (short and recreational classes included)
have map scale 1:7500 for all stages
ÖPPNA KLASSER
Lätt 10.0, Svår 5.0, Svår 7.5 have 1:10 000 for all stages. All other open
classes have 1:7500 for all stages. The same map scales apply to the
open classes regardless of you enter for 5-days, 3-days or stage start.
For Training courses with timing, the classes Svår 5,0 and Svår
7,5 use map scale 1:10 000 and all other classes have map scale
1:7500.
MAP SCALES MTBO
For MTBO the map scale varies depending on
the stage but is the same for all classes on that stage.
Stage 1 Long distance 1:10 000
Stage 2 Middle distance 1:7500
Stage 3 Sprint distance 1:5000
Stage 4 Long distance 1:15 000 & 1:10 000 for long courses,
1:10 000 for short courses.
Stage 5 Middle distance 1:7500
PHOTO: Peter Holgersson
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ACTIVITIES
CHILD CARE
During O-Ringen we offer child care for kids aged 3-8 years at
Arena Arena Pattons hage, Arena Sävja and Arena Flottsund. Pre
book your child care at oringen.se. You can leave your child with
us for up to 3 hours at a time (while you race).
MINIKNAT
or the youngest orienteers there are daily Miniknat, or String
courses, at Arena Pattons hage, Arena Sävja and Arena Flottsund.
In Miniknat, kids follow a streamered course between check
points, which feature different activities, challenges, and fun
surprises. They do, of course, get a map to follow and a SI card.
There is no timing or results list, but all children get a prize
when they finish.
You can pre book Miniknat at oringen.se or book it directly at
the arena.
BAGHEERA ORIENTEERING SCHOOL
Have you never tried orienteering but want to try? Or re you a former
orienteer and want to refresh your skills? At the Orienteering School,
we will cover all the necessary skills that you need in order to set out
by yourself on an easy-level O-Ringen course. We will then come with
you to the start and help you get going.
PHOTO: Per-Olof Svensson
ADDITIONALS
- to be selected at
the same time as
you book your start
FOLKSAM MOTIONSLOPPSFÖRSÄKRING
(INSURANCE)
Folksam motionsloppsförsäkring is for participants in
exercise and competition events and gives you back the
entire registration fee if you become acutely ill or injured
and can not participate. The insurance also includes an
olycksfallsförsäkring (accident insurance) when you are
training. Only valid for Swedish residents.
SI PUNCHING CARD
Rent your punsching card for one or all stages.
START TIMES BLOCKED
WITH ANOTHER CLUB
Start with another club than your own.
SPLIT START TIME
You start on different times during the day. Only avaliable
when you compete in the same dicipline.
PUNCH HELP TRAIL-O
Help to punch, only for Trail-O.
PUSH HELP TRAIL-O
Transport help, only for Trail-O.
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SAVE
10%
REGISTRER BEFORE
1 APRIL
REGISTRATION FEES 2022
Product Prize category 1 nov
-20%
Elite tour
5-days
3-days
Stage start
Main- &
Short classes.
MTBO
Trail-O
Recreational
classes
Open classes
Open classes
1 april
-10%
1 juni
ordinary
After
+30%
Up to age 20 2010 2260 2510 3260
Age 21 and up 2480 2790 3100 4030
Introduction and U-class 500 570 630 820
Up to age 16 820 920 1020 1330
Ages 17-20 1120 1260 1400 1820
Age 21 and up 1720 1940 2150 2800
Age 21 and up 1630 1840 2040 2650
Up to age 16 700 790 880 1140
Ages 17-20 1010 1130 1260 1640
Age 21 and up 1540 1740 1930 2510
Up to age 16 420 480 530 690
Ages 17-20 600 680 750 980
Age 21 and up 940 1050 1170 1520
Try it out (all ages) 110 120 130 170
Up to age 16 110 120 130 170
Ages 17-20 140 160 180 220
Age 21 and up 190 2220 240 310
Bagheera relay Per team 320 360 400 520
Träningsbanor
med tidtagning
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
Up to age 16 50 60 70 90
Ages 17-20 80 90 100 130
Age 21 and up 90 100 110 140
1 nov
ordinary
1 april
ordinary
1 juni
ordinary
Folksam motionsloppsförsäkring (Insurance) 155 155 155
After
+30%
Folksam motionsloppsförsäkring plus (Insurance) 275 275 275 275
SI Punching card rental 40 40 40 50
SI, SIAC (MTBO) Punching card rental, per stage 60 60 60 70
Start times blocked with another club 120 120 120 140
Split start time 120 120 120 140
Punch help Trail-O 110 110 110 130
Push help Trail-O 110 110 110 130
Jubilee plaque (order before 1/6) 0 0 0 -
Visa 0 0 0 0
Own map (order before 1/4) 0 - - -
ACTIVITIES & ADDITIONAL SERVICES
1 nov
ordinarie
1 april
ordinarie
1 juni
ordinarie
Därefter
+30%
Child care 60 60 60 70
Miniknat 40 40 40 60
Bagheera orienteering school 0 0 0 0
PHOTO: Peter Holgersson
Terms for registration at oringen.se
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