London 4-hr rollerski race Some of the UK's top cross-country ski racers will descend on London for the London Region Nordic Ski Club's annual 4-hour rollerski race.

Last year some 50 skiers from 8 nationalities took part in the challenge, covering a combined distance of over 2,500km. The overall winner, Tone Sunde of Denmark, covered 121.6km, at an average speed of over 30.4km/hour. The race welcomes both recreational and elite skiers - and if you don't want to keep going for the full four hours, you can simply complete as many as you can between the start and finish times.

Spectators are welcome. It's particularly good training for anyone taking part in ski marathons or winter triathlons and most of the racers who take part will compete in cross-country ski races on snow.

The race takes place at Hillingdon Cycle Circuit, West London (nr Heathrow Airport), between 1.30pm and 5.30pm on Saturday 21st October.

Entry is £6 if booked in advance and £10 if booked on the day. For further details contact

Chris Richards on sch.richards@virgin.net or take a look at www.londonnordic.org.uk