Isklar Norseman 2015 - Bad to the bone

[@jonathandrennan3323]

This makes my Ironman look like a fun parkrun with friends.

[@TriathlonTaren]

You guys have the most badass race in the world in my opinion. Awesome video this year, very well done!

[@wanderingfreemans3117]

Ever heard of bad water?

[@amritsafaya8666]

My dream and i know its take years to reach here, but i will do it for sure

[@swieck]

Well done, made me cry all over again! What a day!

[@swieck]

+RedRavick It's an Iron Distance race, but they had to shorten the swim due to the cold temps. So it ended up being 1.2 mile swim, 112 mile bike, 26.2 mile run.

[@swieck]

+RedRavick the most beautiful place I have ever been in my entire life...stunning!!! and so very very very challenging!

[@דרוריוםטוב]

יןטעלהולעו 7575765556765678

[@austinpierce6053]

+goSonja What was the temperature?

[@swieck]

+Austin Pierce It was 10C or 50.6F. Pretty darn cold. That was out where we started, near shore where the inflow comes in it was a wee bit colder, maybe 9 or so.

[@aureliuszkosendiak2034]

great video!!!!it was amazing day!!!I am proud to have been part of this event!!!feeling and emotion at the finish line at the top are cosmic !!!!I will never forget this race!!!Congratulations to the organizers and all participants no.258:)

[@ventusxl]

Beautiful. BIG RESPECT to all competitors!!!

[@ScottTait]

Great footage. brought back some happy and sad memories seeing for first time footage of my wife with her training partner and friend at 1:02 having just missed black t shirt cut off. She was 162. amazing event, people and country. Thanks for the memories

[@MarsMatrix6744]

+Scott Tait Whats the max number of entrants? Is 160 like the top 25% of racers?

[@ScottTait]

160 is black t shirt cut off which means you go up the mountain

[@beccleslido]

+Marc Castrovinci 250 competitors max (over 2500 lunatics apply for the ballot)

[@helveeta]

+Scott Tait I was wondering about that, at first I thought they were pulling out of the race. Thanks for clarifying. 162, that's hard! Still bad ass though!

[@ScottTait]

Yes some crazy triathletes but it is an incredible event that should be on every triathletes bucket list.

[@BAMFITNESSUSA]

This reminds me of the time I ran through the snow to the video store with movies that had to be returned that night, only to find out they had a drop box and I didn't really need to race.

[@minimalglitch6675]

But you made it the happiest, fullest drop box that night, never forget, especially not 3 years on from writing it!

[@tesanh]

Timeless comment my friend, timeless...

[@craigandrus7821]

BAMFITNESSUSA 🤣me too

[@scottkernaghan2600]

lol You might like this original song I wrote and made a video for, called The Triathlete kzbin.info/www/bejne/rnPdd4Wrp9egb7s

[@peternader603]

hahaha :D everyone has his own fights .. right ? :D

[@vgcamara]

this was amazing. truly inspiring and beautiful. you can see the transformation of broken down athletes into happiness in its purest form. congrats to all the fighters!!!

[@jimm533]

The crystal clear water and glass smooth tarmac is very inviting. I'm not used to either in the UK!

[@muazyazib7367]

what i learnt from this video, winning is all about not to give up. Very inspirational video.

[@Mohammed.Burhan.Mohammed]

How can a human dislike this !!

[@cliffordus]

This video was really well put together! Can't wait to race this one day.

[@AldebaranHikari777]

I'm Brazilian, I'm very excited when I watch this video, it's a shiver, I have a dream of one day to participate in Norseman ... a big hug to everyone!

[@danielstoica3624]

Hi there! The race is tough, but the film is beautiful!!! Showing athlete faces and their basic feelings... the music in the end helps to transcend the event, there will be another one next year, but the people... who are they? Beautiful men and women who live their best, not as athletes, but as being themselves. Peoples that are carrying on the human roots, pioneers... Superb Sublime

[@danieledragone423]

You moved me to tears. Great men and women. God bless You all.

[@jorgraddatz9140]

Best Triathlon Video ever!

[@iulyanah]

The year videos from 2016 to 2009 are the best. Please don't make them black and white again. They are special enough already, less is more sometimes. This video is one of the best ✨🏆✨ The emotions, the focus, the endurance of these people, the landscapes, the music, those feelings when they climb the last steps, this is really what's about, the best human experience on Earth

[@JonathanEstassy]

This video is beautiful. Thank you for recording these moments of Bravour

[@vince5474]

This edit is totally sick, great work man, this is a really cool and frightening.

[@Xila77]

Brividi.. Fantastico video!

[@huseyinacarist]

Ooo jesus. What is it. I warched perfect motivation for me😎😎👏👏👏

[@edsonasafe]

Uau!!!! Surprendentemente Incrível, a sensação deve ser indescritível para aqueles que completaram e se superaram. Não é superação em relação ao outro que determina a grandeza de uma conquista na minha opinião.

[@themightyheino]

My deepest Respect to all the finisher

[@GodAdministrator]

That's a fu..ing madness! I almost died finishing flat half-ironman and here....full....uphill all the time..... It looks i've just get a real challange......

[@tecafee]

Definitely the best until now! Well done...

[@satdiver730]

Nobody gonna take this DREAM from Me!!!!

[@MichaelDavis-uu9zh]

How’s the dream coming

[@BoostedNizmo]

BEST INTRO EVER!!!

[@mufazalov]

I kneel down to these athletes. 99.999999999% of us is not even close to being as hardcore as them...

[@gabrielminville738]

Where are you now after 4 years?

[@mantis1977]

dead

[@hersenskim]

Well. technically. Drop 99.999999999% from the world population (8billion)and you're left with 0.08... So your statement is unrealistic ;)

[@wesleyotto]

Another fine production! It will be hard to top the 2015 edition... But then again, that's what I thought last year ;-)

[@alexandervasilyev4418]

This is a natural DMT source. Something like dying while staying alive

[@prozonaasesores7471]

You guys are awesome!

[@bingsterc7621]

Damn. The VIEW, the SCENERY. 😮😮😮

[@AaronCCorbin]

Beautiful scenery! But crazy event! Congratulations to the athletes, and their families who supported them. What were the distances of the legs?

+Aaron Corbin en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Norseman_triathlon

[@funkydisciple]

This is insane! And Awesome! Only superhumans can do this. Good luck to those doing it in 2019

[@dextriathlon3642]

I love this so much!

[@Factor.y776]

I am proud of people!

[@akshaysalkar]

amazing . hats off champs. it includes a trail climb also.

[@LazyBotticell]

You are heroes! You are awsome! You are strong!

[@nickobohosian5914]

Amazing people!

[@stjamesnolan]

Oh man, that's some smooth pavement.

[@alesavokin3635]

Incredible views !!!

[@SirLongshank64]

So there was a cutoff time in order to climb the mountain stage? If that is correct I dont agree with that at all. Should be based on if you can just finish the event in my opnion.

[@pensfan112]

+SirLongshank64 they can still finish but they have to take a different path. The elevator going down the mountain has limited space so they can only allow 160 athletes up to the top.

[@nxtri]

+SirLongshank64 This is for safety reasons. This is an extreme race and in all parts of our work, safety comes first.

[@helveeta]

+SirLongshank64 This sport isn't kind to the slowest that's for sure.

[@allthingscycling]

+SirLongshank64 And the ones that did not continue didn;t look slow at all.

[@helveeta]

+ironmankmf I was referring to triathlon in general but, I agree, not a single person on that course is "slow."

[@Andrewolf79]

The mind and body are amazing...

[@stefanonicola3445]

I got cold AND lost 2lbs of weight just watching this video lol

[@margaretha3183]

🤣

[@leedunham3602]

This is awe inspiring.

[@PoetWithPace]

this is incredible!

[@janvanmeter4639]

Leann, this would be a great goal for you! I can see you doing this!!!

[@danieljones7096]

I did a half in cold water, about 61 degrees, and it may have been the hardest thing I've ever done. You can't appreciate how cold this water is until you actually get in it.

[@helveeta]

+Daniel Jones You did a half swim marathon or half ironman? I did a 3k swim in 14C (59 F) and it literally took my breath away. Took several minutes before I could exhale in the water even. But I think the Norseman can be as cold at 11C (51F). I can't imagine.

[@danieljones7096]

+helveeta Half ironman. I was 10 miles into the bike before my back loosened up.

[@jonathandrennan3323]

I am doing Ironman, this makes that seem like a Sunday stroll to get the newspapers. This is for the hardcore.

[@markankone9362]

(Almost) More hardcore than kona

[@originalrenigade]

Ironman is still hard-core my friend.

[@daTERRORIZER]

Success isn’t determined by how smart, talented, or skilled you are but by how hard you can persevere through challenges. Your ability to overcome unfavorable situations will provide you with time to demonstrate your true strength and determination for success. Motivation exists only within your heart and mind. Never lose your eagerness and drive towards what inspires you; and never, EVER, allow the possibility of failure to stop you from reaching YOUR objectives. Arm yourself with a strong belief in your actions and desire to succeed, and I promise you, NOTHING, will ever stop you! "But until you start believing in yourself, ya ain't gonna have a life." - Rocky Balboa

[@rafaeluchiha1]

07:12 Anyone knows the time limit of the leg racing??

[@Flodheist]

Without any doubt the best movie so far this year. Too bad it's another year until the next one :(

[@anonymousalone1434]

Was always doing 10k now that I have heel spur and plantar fasciitis in both legs can’t do anything I literally cried when all those people finished the race I know that feeling

[@theodkoyl798]

I really wish i could be like one of those heroes in the future ...

[@vasilymorozov9641]

amazing!

[@familyteamcampeche7908]

Well done guys,congratulation all of you 👌🏽🙌🏻😉

[@willarthur3888]

I'm 19 in college and do triathlons. I've never really wanted to do an iron man. After watching this video I definetly want to do this race

[@mark-1234]

Hats off to these guys. I can do most anything but cold. I get cold and I'm done. (I'm 59 so my feet tend to not warm back up, even with strenuous activity. I just have to go soak them in hot water.)

[@cleobabie]

Thanks for sharing this. Hope I will be able to do this some day

[@martiz777]

Did you succeded?

[@johnharris3128]

on my MUST do list

[@Maazel1]

What a vid !! AWESOME !! My dream too...

[@netfischer]

Man gotta do this one! I love norway! The scenery is awesome! Would not really race it hard though, more like go moderately slow try to enjoy it :)

[@julien319]

Perfect video for perfect race :D

[@Kerm231]

Beautiful film.

[@thibod07]

Swimming in very cold water must be so demanding. Water and cold is not a good mix for me! Awesome those guys are tough.

[@guidel2854]

whao...vraiment mes respects, bravo.

[@brunospasta]

I dont get it. First they drive out with the ship and jump of the ship and then 3:06 there is the official start at the coast line??

[@nxtri]

Johannes The coast is a cliff.

[@simonvictor8480]

You can’t swim immediately in that temperature of water so they must adjust before they start the race. If you fall into freezin water, thrashing about will kill you faster than floating and waiting for your body temp to acclimatise. I’m guessing it’s also just a cool thing they decided on to get people in the water!!

[@JoseHenriqueSPaiva]

Amazing, congrats.

[@army_of_believers]

This is what our body will achieve if our mind is in one place and that's taking part and finishing

[@adomatias2623]

EPIC !

[@eab747]

That 160 athletes cut off on the mountain is bullshit in my opinion... if its for saftey reasons, then there should be a 160 cap on the entry list... What is this thing about the first 160 athletes nonsense? I understand time limitations but not numbers. I'm glad I know about this now as I've had this race in my mind for a couple of years. Still a cool race, don't get me wrong but I utterly disagree with that kind of rules.

[@eab747]

+kylmark I guess you're still learning to read, aren't you? I'm saying I'm not singing up for this race precisely for this rule. The race still pretty cool.

[@eab747]

+kylmark I'm not complaining, I'm just sharing my thoughts (like many people on this forum) in relation to the 160 limitation rule. you gotta agree that it's not normal to limit the race at that point of the race...if the organisers have a certain limitation on numbers (they must have their own reasons for it), in my opinion they should simply limit it at registration and not half way through the race. don't think it's fair on those athletes that train hard for the event, pay the same fees and don't get to finish it simply because someone was faster on the day. we're not professionals that we're trying to qualify for the Olympics. I humble opinion thinks the organisers only do this to make more money...if they have the 160 limitation, they should only accept 160 entries.

[@eab747]

+kylmark you must be right. let's sign up 20,000 people and only let 5 up the hill. according to your logic, as long as the organisers put it under the terms and conditions, then it's fine....in the end of the day it's for business anyway, isn't it? you gotta love your love for the sport there.

[@eab747]

+kylmark if i entered the race I'd aim to win the bloody thing but I still think it's unfair for the others that wouldn't make it to the top 160. I imagine we could keep texting each other and go nowhere with this... at the start of the conversation I got pretty pissed off but the more I think about it the more I see it's good to have both different opinions. it was nice having a good raw with you. hope to see you in the start line of a triathlon some day.

[@willwhite1987]

@kylmark @Ernest Asensio Blasco, as a graduate of the 2016 edition I'd like to rectify some of the points raised in your discussion. If the goal of the race were to make money, they'd be doing things really wrong. I cannot recall how many times I asked myself "how can this be so cheap? how are they managing this?". The organisation is among the best I've seen in such a race -- if there are any such races. Requiring athletes to have their own support goes a long way, for sure. But the organisers, crew, race marshals, medical support, media guys etc. are all dedicated volunteers and lots of them are passionate athletes, too. You can clearly see that they love what they're doing and that they love their race. The 160 cut-off is harsh, I'd grand you that, but you'd understand the safety concern if you were to climb up to Gaustattopen. What's more, if you look at the race time of the last black t-shirt, it is fairly constant throughout the editions of the race: so in effect it is similar to a battle against time -- except if you're around position 160, where it must be extremely hard to secure your slot: you'd want to have a safety cushion before starting to climb the hill. Finally, let's recall that the admission of the race is mostly based upon a lottery, opened to all. This is a good thing in my opinion, as anyone can dream to participate. The black t-shirt in turn pushes athletes to give their very best, racing for position at every moment. It adds dimension and competitive meaning to the race. It goes without saying, though, that the white-shirt-athletes are as deserving as the rest, if not more considering the constant battle against the elements, and should be proud of their accomplishment. Let not this 160 cut-off stop you from applying for the race - white and black t-shirt alike will all tell you how awesome it is. True. Basic. Unique.

[@rockymanilow5115]

What's the last song?

[@NullistEins]

2nd track is so Sick. where can i find it? I seached the whole intenet after The Unearthly - (Chris Jones)

[@ikay2102]

Love it.

[@IMGREENJELLO]

Beautiful camera work and graphics, Asle Huse! I'm looking forward to signing up for this in Oct. Your cousin, Kent Arne.

[@ginamarie5575]

Awesome what the human body can endure!! 💪🏻

[@piotrzawakiewicz705]

ID for track starting at 3:00, anybody?

[@3Aims]

I would love to do this race even over Kona. After 5 times of a failed Norseman lottery spot maybe one year it will happen.

[@henriquejte]

wish music on the bike course ??? GREAT soundtrack

[@brunospasta]

5:19, shouldn't it be the other way around if any?

[@Latvialainen]

What abous this zombie hill? it wasn't clear. Could somebody explain?

[@Ziggen1989]

+Zandersons I assume it is due to the fatigue of the runners at the time they get to the climbing part. Basically being zombie mode, both mentally and physically for the last grueling climb.

[@Roofvogel77]

The first 25km of the run is flat. Then you reach a 7,5km stretch of asphalt that's very steep and snakes up the mountain, almost everybody has to walk or crawl up at this point. I guess only the top athletes can still jog it. They call this stretch zombie hill. I did it in 2012 and it's an appropriate name for it :). at km 32 you get to the mountain checkpoint, where it's decided if you get to continue to the top of the mountain or not. I was 'luckily' came there in spot 151 and got a black shirt. The others have to Finnish on a flat route near the town and get a white shirt.

[@Latvialainen]

+Roofvogel77 Thanks!

[@GlobalMongrel]

Respect!

[@manolopes7749]

Muito bonito, esforço e vitória.

[@LoonaVanza]

What's there singing at 5:30

[@ventus.pd89]

So much emotions

[@psc93krp]

If you're not a professional athlete or ex professional athlete, but you train for a few years, is the race still finishable taking into account the cutoff times?

[@devillind]

+Popa Silviu Of course you can, I finished 2015 53 years old, okey I have played fotball my hole life(ending this when I was 48) and started to train on bike . I started training for triahtlon in 2014 and was dedicated for NXTRI in nine months. in the offical movie "bad to the bone"you can see me in the end, Im wearing a black cyklehat with sun glasses on :) And remember only 160 is alowed to the top for the black t-shirt, but there are a cuting time, so it isnt allways 160 who allowed to Reach the top :)

[@psc93krp]

hans vidar Lindseth thanks for the inspiration; I can run long distances without too much effort and I swim casually. However I cannot complete more than 8-10 laps ( 400-500 m ) without a break (freestyle swimming ). However, I haven't practiced cycling since I was a young folk. I want to train for a few years by swimming running and cycling every week and go to a few triathlons before officially applying. I know getting into the race is probably more difficult than finishing it.

[@gabrielminville738]

That's how you get pumped before an indoor cycling training in Canada.

[@emoklopper83]

The scream on the begining is so epic. It remembering me why i do this Sport.

[@duncanread4442]

How do they get down from the mountain? Do they have to walk down? That must be killer :-o

[@Vertikal1000]

Duncan Read There is a cable car inside the mountain, that can transport them down to the road.

[@nxtri]

gaustabanen.no/en/articles/anlegget-i-gaustatoppen

[@SONYHALUSKA]

can you writte the name of songs into the description. Thank you

[@theciclyngsoulpedalcantareira]

THank you Brasil!

[@andynogueras]

Wow!

[@michip2865]

looks like an epic ride to rohan.

[@climbers100]

Amazing, wow, wow wow !

[@alimouizina5318]

great video but I still prefer the one of 2014 Crying in the rain :)

[@cedricandries5312]

what's the different between this and an ironman (distance, time limit)? or are they almost same but then a different name?

[@Proskater134]

This is longer and also includes a hike up a mountain

[@willwhite1987]

It's not longer, it is an iron-distance event. But unlike ironman events, it happens in the mountains with 5000m of difference in eleveation to climb during the race, in extremely harsh weather conditions. Times achieved there are not comparable to classic ironmans.

[@artislik6777]

Ironman is a company "and" a brand. So it's not an official Ironman race even if it is the distance of an ironman.

[@АнтонГальченко-г9з]

What is the temperature of water was?

[@zeuswell]

Hello Norseman Team - wondering if you would be so kind to add the Soundtrack details on your "Isklar Norseman 2015 - Bad to the bone " video. You have done it for previous years, except this one. Looking forward for seeing another fantastic year! Many thanks.

[@zeuswell]

Tusen takk!

[@justdaestuffmacleod5265]

Beautiful video @nxtri