Picture this.... it's race morning, you and your race crew drive right to the American Birkebeiner OR Kortelopet Start Venue, park just a short walk away from the starting gates in the coveted Premium Parking lot, arrive on your own schedule, stay warm in your car, go through your pre-race routine in private…then, head to the Start and take off! 

Looking for an even more VIP experience? Then Coach Service to the Start is for you! Park in downtown Hayward just past the finish line on Birkie morning, board a coach bus where you get your own double seat. Snack on coffee and light treats on the drive to the Birkebeiner start line where you are parked directly adjacent to the start line, hardly anyone parks closer! With an on board bathroom you can wait in the comfortable warmth before walking out right to your start gate and skip the baggage trucks by leaving your gear bag right on the bus to be transported to the finish line for you!