DÆHLIE BEYOND: Together for the Sport
Cross-country skiing is more than podiums – it’s about community, effort, and passion that transcends borders and brings people together across nations and cultures. With the BEYOND campaign, DÆHLIE aims to inspire and support everyone who loves the sport, regardless of where they come from or their goals.
Since 1996, DÆHLIE has worked closely with athletes to develop innovative products capable of withstanding the toughest conditions. Now, we’re taking the next step: cheering for everyone, building community, and fostering a greater passion for cross-country skiing. We believe in a sport that goes beyond medals, beyond nations – a sport that inspires and unites us all.
Ski Classics athletes
Max Novak
Age: 29
Nation: Sverige
Hometown: Stockholm
Top result: 3rd Vasaloppet, 2nd Marcialonga
Astrid Øyre Slind
Age: 37
Nation: Norway
Hometown: Oppdal
Top result: World Cup victory Davos, winner Birkebeinerrennet and Vasaloppet
Kasper Stadaas
Age: 31
Nation: Norge
Hometown: Oslo
Top result: 1st place Jizerska 2023, 2x winner La Diagonela, 2nd overall Ski Classics 2024
Silje Øyre Slind
Age: 37
Nation: Norge
Hometown: Oppdal
Top result: 2nd place World Cup, winner La Diagonela, 2nd place Marcialonga and Vasaloppet
Amund Riege
Age: 25
Nation: Norge
Hometown: Oslo
Top result: 1st place Engadin La Diagonela 2025, 1st place Bad Gastein Criterium 2024
Anne Kjersti Kalvå
Age: 33
Nation: Norge
Hometown: Lundamo
Top result: Silver medal World Championships 30 km Classic, gold and silver in relay and team sprint Planica, World Cup victory 20 km Classic Lahti
Petter Stakston
Age: 28
Nation: Norge
Hometown: Lillehammer
Top result: 1st place Engadin La Diagonela 2025, 1st place Bad Gastein Criterium 2024
Gaute Kvåle
Age: 30
Nation: Norge
Hometown: Røldal
Top result: 6th place Nationals, 15th place World Cup, 10th place Birkebeinerrennet
Mathias Aas Rolid
Age: 29
Nation: Norge
Hometown: Gjøvik
Top result: 4th place Marcialonga
Emil Iversen
Age: 34
Nation: Norway
Hometown: Trondheim
Allround athletes
Silje Theodorsen
Age: 31
Nation: Norway
Hometown: Tromsø
Top result: National Champion 10 km Classic, top 10 World Cup (Tour de Ski, 15 km mass start classic, 10 km skate Lillehammer)
Thomas Maloney Westgård
Age: 30
Nation: Ireland
Hometown: Trondheim
Andrew Musgrave
Age: 35
Nation: Great Britain
Hometown: Trondheim
Irineu Altimiras
Age: 29
Nation: Andorra
Hometown: Font Remou
Håvard Moseby
Alder: 26
Nasjon: Norge
Hjemsted: Oslo
Toppresultat: 3. plass Verdenscup, 5. plass sammenlagt Tour de Ski
Martin Kirkeberg Mørk
Alder: 24
Nasjon: Norge
Hjemsted: Drammen
Toppresultat: 5. plass Verdenscup, NM-sølv og bronse, Junior- og U23-verdensmester
Lars Heggen
Alder: 20
Nasjon: Norge
Hjemsted: Harestua
Toppresultat: Juniorverdensmester 10 km skate og 20 km klassisk fellesstart, 1. plass Scandinavian Cup skate fellesstart, juniornorgesmester
Filip Skari
Alder: 20
Nasjon: Norge
Hjemsted: Nittedal
Toppresultat: bronze Nationals, Juniorverdensmester sprint
Gjøran Tefre
Alder: 30
Nasjon: Norge
Hjemsted: Førde
Toppresultat: Norgesmester 2023, 2. plass 20 km klassisk Verdenscup
Hedda Østberg Amundsen
Alder: 27
Nasjon: Norge
Hjemsted: Asker
Toppresultat: 5.plass WC Drammen, 2.plass NM 10km Gåsbu
Emma Kirkeberg Mørk
Age: 23
Nation: Norge
Hometown: Drammen
Top result: 2 x top 20 WC, 5th place National Championship, 5th place U23 World Championship
Ingrid Andréa Gulbrandsen
Age: 25
Nation: Norge
Hometown: Sørreisa
Top result: 2nd place Beitostølen sprint 2023
One team achieving together
Team Aker Dæhlie is the first private team to include athletes from Ski Classics, all-rounds, para, and young athletes. The team aims to communicate that they are in a new position within professional cross-country skiing, with a focus on equality, diversity, and inclusion through the concept of Beyond.
The team will lead the way and achieve good results in various areas in addition to the sport itself. One sport includes and inspires effort. We are proud to be part of this journey.
Astrid Øyre Slind
Known as one of the former queens of long-distance skiing, Astrid Øyre Slind has dominated the Ski Classics circuit with her exceptional endurance and strong double poling technique.
She has had an increased focus on the FIS World Cup for the last seasons, with exceptional development to make herself a regular contender in the top 5 in the World Cup, and she has already had multiple World Cup victories in this year’s season.
Astrid has grown up at Oppdal but now lives in Trondheim and works closely with the Team Aker Dæhlie coach, Chris Jespersen.
Top Results:
Bronsemedalje VM Planica 2023, individuelt
Gullmedalje VM Planica 2023, stafett
Multiple World Cup victories and podium finishes
2nd Overall Tour de Ski 2024/2025
Multiple Ski Classics victories
Silje Theodorsen
Norway’s Silje Theodorsen combines elegance and power in her skiing. A dedicated athlete with a passion for continuous improvement, she’s an athlete to watch out for in every competition. Silje in born in Tromsø, above the Arctic Circle, but now lives in Oslo and are a very important athlete in the Team Aker Dæhlie.
Top results:
Top 5 finishes in the World Cup
Top 20 in the World Championships
Gold medal 10k Norwegian National Championship 2025
Andrew Musgrave
A well-known British skier, Andrew “Muzzy” Musgrave combines Scottish grit with Norwegian precision in his training. A consistent World Cup contender, Andrew’s performances inspire a growing skiing community in the UK.
Andrew Musgrave is the first British skier to achieve podium finishes in World Cup cross-country skiing events, breaking new ground for British athletes in a sport traditionally dominated by Nordic countries.
Top Results:
Podium finisher in the World Cup
5th place in the World Championships in Planica
8th place at the Olympics in Beijing 2022
12th overall at the World Cup 2022-2023
Max Novak
Sweden’s Max Novak is a powerhouse in long-distance skiing, known for his explosive double poling and fearless racing style.
As part of the pro tour, Max is redefining what it means to be a modern cross-country skier, and also being a role model for younger athletes, combining studies with high level skiing.
Top results:
Multiple podium finishes in Ski Classics
2nd place Marcialonga 2025
2nd place La Diagonela 2023
2nd place Birkebeinerrennet 2022
3rd Place Birkebeinerrennet 2024
Emil Iversen
Emil has been a key figure in the Norwegian national team for over a decade. He has consistently delivered strong performances in the Olympics, World Championships, and World Cup.
Over the past two years, he has embraced the chance to focus on his own setup and team, carving out a unique path for himself. Known for his influential voice in the media and on his personal platforms, Emil also stands out for his trend and fashion-conscious style and strong focus on being a role model.
Top results:
Silver in the Winter Olympics, Beijing 2022, Relay
4 times World Champion
23 World Cup Podiums
Thomas Maloney Westgård
Representing Ireland, Thomas Maloney Westgård is a unique presence on the World Cup circuit. With Norwegian roots and Irish tenacity, he is an important athlete on the team as well as on the tracks.
Thomas made history as Ireland’s flag bearer at the 2022 Winter Olympics, marking a proud moment for Irish winter sports. Make sure to follow Thomas on TikTok for funny, short videos as he travels the world as a skier.
Top Results:
14th at the Olympics in Beijing 2022
Top 10 finishes in the World Cup
Irineu Altimiras
Ireneu Altimiras from Andorra showcases the competitive edge of smaller skiing nations. His determination makes him a key athlete on the team and the circuit.
Ireneu is living and training in the Pyrenees, giving him an edge in tough high-altitude races and on the tough courses.
Top Results:
Two times top 6 in the World Cup