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Cross Country Ski Gear and Reviews

Start waxing guides
Start waxing guides

Start waxing guides

10/29/2012 - By Mike Muha

Start has two waxing guides: one for the competitive cross country skier, the other for recreational or performance-oriented skiers.

Mt. Borah; New Store, New Line, New Prices
Mt. Borah; New Store, New Line, New Prices

Mt. Borah; New Store, New Line, New Prices

10/14/2012 - By Ben Wizner

Mt. Borah Custom has been busy making significant changes to the company’s 2013 Nordic collection, with new fabrics and reduced pricing.

Fischer Skis Announces 2012-2013 Athlete Signings, led by Kikkan Randall
Fischer Skis Announces 2012-2013 Athlete Signings, led by Kikkan Randall

Fischer Skis Announces 2012-2013 Athlete Signings, led by Kikkan Randall

9/30/2012 - By Fischer Skis

Four of the six A Team athletes on the U.S. Cross Country Ski Team have committed to race on Fischer skis through the 2014 Games in Sochi, Russia.

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Red Guru Wax
Red Guru Wax

Red Guru Wax

9/23/2012 - By Mike Muha

A great video to the tune of "Red Solo Cup". You'll never think about klister the same again...

Wild Shot: Struggles and successes in biathlon and cross country skiing
Wild Shot: Struggles and successes in biathlon and cross country skiing

Wild Shot: Struggles and successes in biathlon and cross country skiing

9/17/2012 - By Mike Muha

The US Biathlon Association decides to dump you. What do you do? Head to Europe to train with the best. And so begins the adventure in Andy Liebner's excellent book.

Salomon Equip 10 skate skis series
Salomon Equip 10 skate skis series

Salomon Equip 10 skate skis series

9/12/2012 - By Andrew Gerlach

Andrew Gerlach reviews the different Salomon Equip 10 Skate Ski models: SG, Cold and Warm.

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New Alpina ESK Pro boot raises forefoot
New Alpina ESK Pro boot raises forefoot

New Alpina ESK Pro boot raises forefoot

9/11/2012 - By Mike muha

Kris Freeman shows off the features of his new Alpina ESK Pro skate boots, which angles the foot upward.

What is a "race stock" cross country ski?
What is a "race stock" cross country ski?

What is a "race stock" cross country ski?

9/5/2012 - By Rick Halling

Some companies will offer dealers skis with names like RACE STOCK, CUSTOM SKIS or HAND PICKED for an additional charge. Some dealers, not all, will charge extra for these specially designated skis. Exactly what are these skis with fancy names?

US, Norweigian and Swedish skiers on Sognefjell  glacier in Norway
US, Norweigian and Swedish skiers on Sognefjell  glacier in Norway

US, Norweigian and Swedish skiers on Sognefjell glacier in Norway

8/30/2012 - By Rick Halling

For many years, top Norwegian and Swedish athletes have ventured north at the end of spring for extensive on snow training at the Sognefjell glacier in Norway. This spring, more US skiers have made the trip to Sognefjell than at anytime before.

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XCHQ Labor Day Sales, Yoga for Skiers, and Ski Walking Clinic, this weekend
XCHQ Labor Day Sales, Yoga for Skiers, and Ski Walking Clinic, this weekend

XCHQ Labor Day Sales, Yoga for Skiers, and Ski Walking Clinic, this weekend

8/29/2012 - By Bob Frye

Cross Country Ski Headquarters to host Yoga for Skiers, Ski Walking Clinic, and Giant Closeout Sale over Labor Day Weekend

Rossignol hires Paul Clark as Nordic Racing Manager

8/8/2012 - By Rossignal

Rossignol’s objective with this new role is to increase retail sales of race product by driving athletes to Rossignol Racing Centers.

Salice 004 sunglass product review
Salice 004 sunglass product review

Salice 004 sunglass product review

8/7/2012 - By Mike Muha

Thibaut Pinot wore a pair when he won stage 8 of the Tour de France and Team Great Britain Men's 8 rowed to Bronze in the Olympics a few days ago donning Salice sunglasses. Salice Italian sunglasses are now imported into the US by Chi-Town Sports.

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UPCOMING NON-RACE EVENTS

THU, JAN 8, 2026

US Cross-Country National Championships - Mass Start Freestyle
Mt Van Hoevenberg, 31 Van Hoevenberg Way, Lake Placid, NY 12946

FRI, JAN 9, 2026

US Cross-Country National Championships - Individual Sprint Classic
Mt Van Hoevenberg, 31 Van Hoevenberg Way, Lake Placid, NY 12946

SAT, JAN 10, 2026

Vasa Raptor Rush Classic
Hickory Hills Ski Area, 2000 Randolph St, Traverse City, MI 49684

Bob’s Bean Bomb at the Stone Turtle Cafe
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

SISU Ski Fest
ABR Trails, E5299 West Pioneer Road, Ironwood, MI 49938

“Pure Michigan” Winter Trails Day with the Great Lakes Winter Trails Council
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

Frosty Fest! Frosty Freestyle 5K/15K
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)

SUN, JAN 11, 2026

Bob’s Bean Bomb at the Stone Turtle Cafe
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

Frosty Fest! Krazy Klassic 7K/12K
Huron Meadows Metropark, 8765 Hammel Rd, Brighton, MI 48116

Golden Years Ski School!
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

MON, JAN 12, 2026

Silver Streak Week (Jan 12-16)
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

TUE, JAN 13, 2026

Silver Streak Week (Jan 12-16)
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

WED, JAN 14, 2026

Silver Streak Week (Jan 12-16)
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

Kids Learn to Ski Program
Huron Meadows Metropark, 8765 Hammel Rd, Brighton, MI 48116

THU, JAN 15, 2026

Silver Streak Week (Jan 12-16)
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

FRI, JAN 16, 2026

Silver Streak Week (Jan 12-16)
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

SAT, JAN 17, 2026

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

Cote Dame Marie Ski Loppet
Hanson Hills Recreation Area, 7601 Old Lake Rd, Grayling, Michigan 49738 (989-348-9266)

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

SUN, JAN 18, 2026

CCSC Flying Squirrel Nordic Race
Crystal Mountain, 12500 Crystal Mountain Dr, Thompsonville, Michigan, United States

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

Nub's Nob Classic 5k and 12k
Nub's Nob, 500 Nub’s Nob Road, Harbor Springs, MI 49740

MON, JAN 19, 2026

MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY

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

Bavarian Ski Festival
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

TUE, JAN 20, 2026

Citizen’s Night Ski Race Series
Main MTU Trailhead, Michigan Tech Trails, Houghton, Michigan

WED, JAN 21, 2026

Kids Learn to Ski Program
Huron Meadows Metropark, 8765 Hammel Rd, Brighton, MI 48116

FRI, JAN 23, 2026

Junior Noque
Al Quall Recreation Area, Ishpeming, MI

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