Challenge the record from anywhere, in Göteborgsvarvet’s virtual race

How far can you get in 59 minutes and 35 seconds? During Göteborgsvarvet 2016, Richard Mengich managed to follow the blue line along the streets of Gothenburg and reach the finish line at Slottsskogsvallen in record time, 00:59:35.
Starting May 22 you can accept the challenge and see how far you get within this timeframe, when Göteborgsvarvet alongside RaceONE is hosting the virtual race called 00:59:35.

Can you make it to Älvsborgsbron, all the way to Avenyn or perhaps even to the final stretch toward Slottsskogsvallen? No matter where you’re running you can see how far you get in the best time ever achieved in Göteborgsvarvet, 00:59:35. A perfect way to prepare for the actual Göteborgsvarvet, which will take place on September 11, and Göteborgsvarvet Marathon on September 19.

– With this virtual challenge we have a wonderful way to prepare for the races in September, while it also gives that extra boost of motivation to all runners who are looking forward to doing the real Göteborgsvarvet once again. We are thrilled to offer this challenge to our runners, in collaboration with RaceONE, says Martin Bergman, Association Manager at Gothenburg Athletic Association and CEO of Göteborgsvarvet. He continues:

– Naturally, a lot of people want to push their limits and see how far they can get in the record time, but to some the race can simply be a great reason to get out and move for almost an hour. We’re sitting still more during the pandemic and we need to get Sweden moving again. Races like these play an important role as a source of inspiration.

The race is hosted by Göteborgsvarvet in collaboration with RaceONE, which is the technical solution used for the race. As a runner you can choose to run with the mobile app turned on, or measure distance and time using a smartwatch or fitness tracker and then upload the results.

– Through virtual races you can still experience the sensation of preparing for your upcoming performance. To feel the adrenaline the moment the clock starts ticking and finally get to enjoy the euphoria obtained from crossing the finish line and checking how well you did, and perhaps compare your results to those you’ve been racing against. It will be very interesting indeed to follow the runners during this challenge, says Tomas André, acting CEO of RaceONE.

The race will take place from May 22 at 00:59:35 until May 24 at 00:59:35, and you can start running at any time during this period.

For additional information:

Martin Bergman
Association Manager Gothenburg Athletic Association and CEO of Göteborgsvarvet
E-mail: martin.bergman@goteborgfriidrott.se
Phone: +46720 – 70 43 83