Up Close And Personal With John Kristian Dahl, Part 1
When you first meet John Kristian Dahl, it is a little hard to fathom how this guy keeps on winning. Andreas Nygaard and Stian Hoelgaard are very athletic, Petter Eliassen and Jorgen Aukland are tall and lanky. Dahl, in his jeans, hoodie, and comfortable slippers looks just like any other guy at your friendly local gym. Sure, fit and trim, but not imposing, not dominating... ...Only when talking to him do you notice his piercing blue eyes, his deep, confident, husky baritone voice befitting a Viking ship captain – then, slowly, you start-comprehending why Dahl keeps on winning the most prestigious races in cross country skiing, year after year. The secret appears to be his fierce determination and uncanny ability to push himself over the limit at the last stretch,…