1978 Hayward-Cable Wisconsin American Birkebeiner Skiing Festival 3" Pin Button The American Birkebeiner, or Birkie, is the largest cross country skiing race in North America. It debuted in 1973.The Birkie's two premier events are the 50 km (31 mi) skate and the 55 km (34 mi) classic races between the towns of Cable and Hayward, Wisconsin. Each year more than 10,000 skiers participate in the Birkie, including the full-distances races, a 29 km (18 mi) Kortelopet race and a 15 km (9.3 mi) Prince Haakon race. Seller is a member of the American Political Item Collectors and guarantees authenticity. Purchaser pays $5.00 for US Postal Service Ground delivery within the US. Since the purchaser pays the shipping and I will combine the charges it makes sense to purchaser multiply items and save on shipping. Contact me after purchase, but before you pay, and I will modify invoice. PLEASE LOOK AT THE POLITICAL ITEMS I HAVE LISTED!