Same as catalog #520357 In Sweden, the world's largest and longest ski race is run for the 43rd consecutive year. It's the "Vasaloppet" with over six thousand skiers entered this year. The 53 mile course is a rugged challenge for a five hour run! Many skiers meet at the top of a hill for the longest and largest ski race in Sweden. High Angle shot skiers ski shoulder to shoulder. There are 6,404 contestants. Low Angle shot as cross country skiers come over the knoll. CU a skier enjoying some provided nourishment: meatball and blueberry soup. LS skiers skiing in a very pretty winter country setting.