The Ski Classics Challengers event, Klarälvsloppet, a long-distance roller ski race in classic technique, took place today in Karlstad, Sweden. Alvar Myhlback, Lager 157 Ski Team, showed his solid summer form and secured the men’s victory. 

Many Ski Classics Pro Team athletes tested their shape in Sweden’s 90km long-distance race, which started in Uddeholm and finished in Karlstad. After a demanding race, Alvar Myhlback, Lager 157 Ski Team, crossed the line first with a convincing performance.

Klarälvsloppet – Men’s Race

After a long day on the road, Alvar Myhlback, Lager 157 Ski Team, won the race with a total time of 3:38:10.9.

Håvard Taugbøl, Team Ragde Charge, finished in second place, 2.4 seconds back, followed by Amund Riege, Team Aker Dæhlie, 4:30.3 minutes behind, completing the podium in third position. 

For a complete overview of the race, you can re-watch the Klarälvsloppet here on SC PLAY (available in all countries except Sweden).

Top 3 – Men

1. Alvar Myhlback, Lager 157 Ski Team, 3:38:10.9
2. Håvard Taugbøl, Team Ragde Charge, +2.4
3. Amund Riege, Team Aker Dæhlie, +4:30.3

Complete results can be found HERE

*The story is being updated!

As the Klarälvsloppet 90km roller ski race is a Ski Classics Challengers event, Pro Team registered athletes can collect points for the Ski Classics Champion and Youth competitions in their respective genders. 

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