Preparations are continuing for the 9th annual Black Mountain Nordic Classic 30 km Classic race on Saturday March 2nd and the 1st annual March into Madness 10 km freestyle on Sunday March 3rd.
The most basic aspect to cold waxing is that the base needs to be hardened a lot. Additionally the wax selection needs to be good. Application method is also critical.
Fischer has developed Cold Base Bonding: a unique process which retains the homogeneity of the original molecular structures by avoiding heat and pressure when the base is added. As a result, you get unrivaled gliding properties and maximum speed.
Starting now, Karhu North America will begin importing its popular line of skate and classic skis and boots, which are designed, developed and tested in Lahti, Finland.
The snow was quite abrasive and a 30k classic race including climbing up Hermod's Hill 6 times meant that maintaining kick was critical. Green klister covered by Base Green binder offered the best kick and the best glide and was clearly the most durable.
Mt. Borah is excited to announce its alliance with Madshus and Toko as they launch the Madshus / Mt. Borah race team. The three companies will combine their specialties to support an elite group of athlete-ambassadors for the upcoming season.
UPDATE 2: Wax recommendations for this weekend's Michigan Cup race, the Tour de Ski. Fast Wax, Solda, Swix, Toko, SkiGo/Holmenkol...
UPDATE #2: Waxing recommendations for this coming weekend's Michigan Cup race, the Lakes of the North Winterstart. Check for updates!
Both the T8 Iron and the T14 Digital Irons have been improved for the 2012-13 season. They come with a new stronger pressure cast plate which is both thicker and heavier.
Proper ski selection is one of the variables that can make or break your race come competition time. By planning ahead and dialing in a testing procedure, you can greatly increase your chances of picking the right ski and having your best result.
Concept2 is proud to be a Bronze sponsor of Fast and Female. As part of the sponsorship, Concept2 will be exhibiting at the first World Cup in Quebec, Canada, on December 7 and 8, 2012, and is providing Concept2 SkiErgs for athletes’ use.
The Coaches Pack is for a person carrying anything that shouldn't freeze or shouldn't get wet. It has tool and wax compartments. The Start Duffel s the perfect bag to take with you to the start of an event.
CXC Cup Opener JNQ - Classic Sprint
Grand Avenue Nordic Center, Spirit Mountain, Duluth, MN
UPDATED! Forbush Time Trial
Forbush Corner, Frederic, MI
Vasa Domingos family-friendly group ski
Timber Ridge Resort, Traverse City, MI
Skate and Classic Ski Clinics with Jordyn Ross
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653
Hickory Hills Open House & Potluck
Hickory Hills, 2000 Randolph St, Traverse City, Michigan 49684
Cross-country ski instruction for kids in 1st-8th Grade
Huron Meadows Metropark, Brighton, MI
MTU Pre-Nationals CXC Cup / JNQ / CCSA - Freestyle Sprint
Michigan Tech Trails, Houghton, MI
Free Beginner Ski Lesson
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653
George Silvercrow Live
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653
FIRST DAY OF WINTER
Everywhere
MTU Pre-Nationals CXC Cup / JNQ / 5k/10k Classic Mass Start
Michigan Tech Trails, Houghton, MI
Vasa Domingos family-friendly group ski
Timber Ridge Resort, Traverse City, MI