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Wax recommendations: Cote, Nub's, Flying Squirrel races!
Wax recommendations: Cote, Nub's, Flying Squirrel races!

Wax recommendations: Cote, Nub's, Flying Squirrel races!

1/15/2026 6:53:07 AM - By Mike Muha

Toko and Rex wax recommendations for Saturday's Cote Dame Marie, and Sunday's Nub's Nob Classic 5k & 12k and CCSC Flying Squirrel Nordic races.

Swix has new World Cup series of racing glide wax
Swix has new World Cup series of racing glide wax

Swix has new World Cup series of racing glide wax

1/14/2026 - By Swix

The Swix World Cup series has been built on the principle that you’ll always find the right wax if you follow three steps: first, identify the snow type, then check the humidity, and finally, the temperature.

Contest ends Jan 15 - Win Toko Jet Liquid Blue, Red, and Yellow!
Contest ends Jan 15 - Win Toko Jet Liquid Blue, Red, and Yellow!

Contest ends Jan 15 - Win Toko Jet Liquid Blue, Red, and Yellow!

1/13/2026 8:00:00 AM - By Mike Muha and Ian Harvey

Toko Giveaway Contest finishes at the end of Thursday, Jan 15! Get your free entry in for a chance to win one each of Toko Jet Liquid Blue, Red, and Yellow, a $405 value!

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Wax Recommendations: Frosty Freestyle, Raptor Rush, Krazy Klassic
Wax Recommendations: Frosty Freestyle, Raptor Rush, Krazy Klassic

Wax Recommendations: Frosty Freestyle, Raptor Rush, Krazy Klassic

1/8/2026 11:10:00 AM - By Mike Muha

Wax recommendations for this weekend's Michigan Cup races from Toko and Rex: Frosty Freestyle, Raptor Rush, and Krazy Klassic

Wax recommendations for the Winter Wolf Skiathlon
Wax recommendations for the Winter Wolf Skiathlon

Wax recommendations for the Winter Wolf Skiathlon

1/1/2026 1:05:18 PM

Wax recommendations for the Winter Wolf Skiathlon at Hanson Hills Recreation Area on Saturday, January 3!

Win Toko Jet Liquid Blue, Red, and Yellow!
Win Toko Jet Liquid Blue, Red, and Yellow!

Win Toko Jet Liquid Blue, Red, and Yellow!

1/1/2026 - By Mike Muha and Ian Harvey

Toko Giveaway Contest! Enter for a chance to win one each of Toko Jet Liquid Blue, Red, and Yellow, a $405 value!

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TOKO Waxing Masterclass: Liquids, Powders, Brushes, Structure & Pro Tips
TOKO Waxing Masterclass: Liquids, Powders, Brushes, Structure & Pro Tips

TOKO Waxing Masterclass: Liquids, Powders, Brushes, Structure & Pro Tips

12/23/2025 - By Ian Harvey

Ian Harvey, Brand Manager for Toko USA, led a hands-on demonstration covering best practices for applying TOKO Jet Liquid, Bloc, and Powder, and offered an inside look at the Toko Wax Machine, sharing tips on how to get the most out of each product.

Live online waxing clinic with Ian Harvey tonight!
Live online waxing clinic with Ian Harvey tonight!

Live online waxing clinic with Ian Harvey tonight!

12/10/2025 12:08:56 AM - By CXC Skiing

Join CXC for a live online waxing clinic with Ian Harvey, Brand Manager of Toko US. This free clinic will be recorded. RSVP so you’ll receive access to the recording once it’s available. You can also submit your questions in advance.

New Toko products for 2025/26 winter season
New Toko products for 2025/26 winter season

New Toko products for 2025/26 winter season

12/7/2025 4:01:00 AM - By Ian Harvey

New waxes and new tools...and some predications about how I expect we will race wax this winter

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Start Wax emerges from bankruptcy
Start Wax emerges from bankruptcy

Start Wax emerges from bankruptcy

6/19/2025 4:11:49 PM - By Start Skiwax Oy

The manufacturer of Start ski waxes has returned from bankruptcy thanks to a group of ten Finnish stakeholders, some former employees and others new to the company. The new company is called Start Skiwax Oy.

New Fischer Speedmax skating skis for 2025-2026
New Fischer Speedmax skating skis for 2025-2026

New Fischer Speedmax skating skis for 2025-2026

2/8/2025 - By Fischer Nordic

Fischer introduces a new line of Speedmax skating skis for the 2025-2026 season. The skis are designed for racing and divided into 100, 90, and 80 models.

REVIEW: Rundle Impact and Podium poles rock!
REVIEW: Rundle Impact and Podium poles rock!

REVIEW: Rundle Impact and Podium poles rock!

2/7/2025 - By Mike Muha

The more I skied on the Rundle Impact and Podium poles, the more I found myself automatically grabbing these poles rather than an existing pair as I head out to ski. They just feel natural in my hands. Recommended!

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UPCOMING NON-RACE EVENTS

THU, FEB 12, 2026

2026 Winter Olympics - 10 km freestyle women
Tesero Cross-Country Skiing Stadium, Italy

FRI, FEB 13, 2026

Winter Fest Kick-Off
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

2026 Winter Olympics - 10 km freestyle men
Tesero Cross-Country Skiing Stadium, Italy

SAT, FEB 14, 2026

50th Annual North American Vasa Freestyle
Timber Ridge Resort, 4050 E. Hammond Road, Traverse City, MI 49686

Loppet Junior Qualifier & SuperTour (JNQ) - Classic Mass Start
Theodore Wirth Park, Minneapolis, MN

Gourmet Mac ‘n Cheese Bar
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

Nordic Ski Junior Racers training session (Team NordicSkiRacer)
Huron Meadows Metropark, 8765 Hammel Rd, Brighton, MI 48116

Free Beginner Ski Lesson
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

2026 Winter Olympics - Women's 4x7.5 km Relay
Tesero Cross-Country Skiing Stadium, Italy

SUN, FEB 15, 2026

Loppet Junior Qualifier & SuperTour (JNQ) - Freestyle Individual Star
Theodore Wirth Park, Minneapolis, MN

Gourmet Mac ‘n Cheese Bar
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

50th Annual North American Vasa Classic
Timber Ridge Resort, 4050 E. Hammond Road, Traverse City, MI 49686

2026 Winter Olympics - Men's 4x7.5 km Relay
Tesero Cross-Country Skiing Stadium, Italy

MON, FEB 16, 2026

Gourmet Mac ‘n Cheese Bar
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

WED, FEB 18, 2026

American Birkebeiner, Kortelopet & Prince Haakon Open Track
Hayward, WI

2026 Winter Olympics - Team Sprint Women's/Men's Qual.+ Final
Tesero Cross-Country Skiing Stadium, Italy

FRI, FEB 20, 2026

Kortelopet 29K Race
Samuel C. Johnson Family Outdoor Center, 12205 County Hwy-B W, Hayward, WI 54843 (OO Trailhead)

Prince Haakon 15K
Phipps Road, north of Hayward, WI

SAT, FEB 21, 2026

American Birkebeiner 53k Classic Race / 50k Skate Race
Cable to Hayward, WI

2026 Winter Olympics - 50 km classic style women
Tesero Cross-Country Skiing Stadium, Italy

Free Beginner Ski Lesson
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

2026 Winter Olympics - 50 km classic style men
Tesero Cross-Country Skiing Stadium, Italy

Ribs and Blues Celebration!
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

SUN, FEB 22, 2026

33rd Annual Junior Muffin Race
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

TUE, FEB 24, 2026

CANCELLED: Detroit Public Schools kids learn to ski
Huron Meadows Metropark, 8765 Hammel Rd, Brighton, MI 48116

WED, FEB 25, 2026

CANCELLED: Detroit Public Schools kids learn to ski
Huron Meadows Metropark, 8765 Hammel Rd, Brighton, MI 48116

THU, FEB 26, 2026

CANCELLED: Detroit Public Schools kids learn to ski
Huron Meadows Metropark, 8765 Hammel Rd, Brighton, MI 48116

FRI, FEB 27, 2026

Michigan Middle School and High School Championships - Classic
Hickory Hills Ski Area, 2000 Randolph St, Traverse City, MI 49684

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