Raukleiv (or Raudkleiv) was a ski jumping hill located near Asenvegen in Seljord Municipality, Norway. It originally was in operation from 1886 until 1975. Following renewed investment, the site has once again renovated and reopened. It now features ski slopes, ski jumping hills, and a biathlon stadium.
History On 24 February 1886, the first Siljordsskirendet ski competition took place at Raukleiv. Norwegian soldier Johannes Nordgården jumped , but it was not recognised. Later that day, Olaf Bergland, also from Norway, landed at , setting a new official world record distance in ski jumping.
Ski jumping world records DateNameCountryMetresFeet 24 February 1886 Johannes Nordgården 27 89#5 24 February 1886 Olaf Bergland 25.5 84 Not recognized. Fall at world record distance.
External links Raukleiv (Raudkleiv) at skisprungschanzen.com
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