The Skåne bus still warms Ski Team Sweden’s cross-country skiers
You can’t have a favorite child, but you can have a favorite bus. Especially if it keeps you warm between intense training sessions and competitions in the snow. Just like the Scania bus used by Ski Team Sweden’s cross-country skiers.
Scania is a long-standing sponsor of Ski Team Sweden cross-country skiing. The latest vehicle addition is the national team’s very own bus from 2019, a much appreciated benefit for the athletes. It is a 14-person vehicle with the most advanced ergonomic and energy-efficient technology, allowing skiers to rest and keep warm while preparing for the next race or training. It can be driven straight into competition arenas, making the team’s daily arrangements much easier.
A collaboration that started with an instantly recognizable ski waxing cart that improved the challenging working conditions of the waxers in 2008, has grown into a close collaboration between Skåne and the skiers.
Given the demands of the athletes
Our national cross-country ski team is out competing from November to March and touring the Nordics and Europe. As many kilometers of winding roads are covered, our Scania engineers ensured that the bus meets the team’s needs to travel safely, comfortably and sustainably between the various international venues hosting the Cross Country World Cup Series.
The bus is tailored to suit the ski team’s requirements and it is fair to say that they use it for a completely different reason than Scania’s other customers do. But regardless, the athletes appreciate it and are happy to share their thoughts:
“I make sure to get to races early to chill a bit in the back of the bus before the start.”
“It’s so convenient to travel together, socialize. It’s a much sweeter ride that way!”
“We have everything in the same place, it’s so valuable. And it’s warm and cozy.”
“The bus is spacious. A great place to be!”
“I would like a TV though… wait, it has a TV.”
The bus and its driver
Scania had safety and climate impact in mind when developing the bus, and the larger layout encourages team spirit, as the athletes and the rest of the team can travel together.
Of course, the bus doesn’t go by itself on those serpentine roads in southern Europe.
The drivers are trained in safe and fuel-efficient Scania driving, and they are also handy men who keep everything running during the season, with tasks such as preparing snacks, organizing radio communications and testing skis.
“The bus is easy to handle, despite its size. Smooth and good manoeuvring,” says driver Roland Enberg.
The bus meets the athletes’ needs and is part of their success. It is recognizable on the winter roads and accompanies Ski Team Sweden cross-country skiing during the snow season.
Facts about the Ski Team Sweden cross-country bus:
It has room for 12-14 people. However, the two seats at the back are the most popular, and some skiers even arrive early to ensure they have those seats.
It has solar panels that generate 1,000 kWh per year, which are used to power the LED lighting and other devices.
It is equipped with an infrared heating system that reduces the energy requirement by 60 percent compared to traditional convection heaters. The infrared heaters keep passengers warm while heating fabrics for increased comfort in medical treatment and massage areas. There are also fans to dry wet clothes, a constant feature of racing in the snow.
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