Cross Country Ski Gear and Reviews
Here's how we recommend you leave your skis for the summer
4/26/2013 - By Ian Harvey
Here are Toko’s recommendations for storage waxing of skis. First clean the skis well. This can be done with wax remover or by simply brushing the bases out well with a copper brush depending on how dirty they are. Then...
The Life of a Ski
3/22/2013 - By Jerry Kokesh
The life of a ski from its "birth" at the Fischer factory in Austria to the podium in the women's relay at the Sochi E.ON IBU World Cup Biathlon.
March Into Madness Race Weekend
2/20/2013 - By Denny Paull
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.
Glide waxing for very cold conditions
2/7/2013 - By Ian Harvey
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 announces new Speedmax skis
2/6/2013 - By Fischer Skis
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.
Karhu announces the return of its ski line to North America
1/9/2013 - By Lisa Lazarczyk
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.
Waxing for US Nationals: the 20K/30K classic
1/7/2013 - By Ian Harvey
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 partners with Madshus and Toko for elite race team
1/4/2013 - By Chris Jackson
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.
Wax Recommendations: Tour de Ski
12/27/2012 - By Mike Muha
UPDATE 2: Wax recommendations for this weekend's Michigan Cup race, the Tour de Ski. Fast Wax, Solda, Swix, Toko, SkiGo/Holmenkol...
2nd UPDATED! Wax Recommendations: Lakes of the North Winterstart
12/20/2012 - By Mike Muha
UPDATE #2: Waxing recommendations for this coming weekend's Michigan Cup race, the Lakes of the North Winterstart. Check for updates!
Toko wax irons improved for 2012-2103
12/19/2012 - By Ian Harvey
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.
Race Day Ski Selection
12/11/2012 - By Tim Burke
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.
