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Ski Skin care and maintenance
Ski Skin care and maintenance

Ski Skin care and maintenance

12/18/2017 - By Swix

With skin skis and AT setups growing in popularity, Swix has created the Skin Care Pro series, dedicated to ensuring optimal performance of ski skins.

How to have fast skis this season: The Basics
How to have fast skis this season: The Basics

How to have fast skis this season: The Basics

12/15/2017 - By Ian Harvey

At this time though (preseason), it makes sense to look at ski selection. Here are some conditions and what I would recommend for skating and classic skis.

Fischer tunes Nordic line-up for 2018
Fischer tunes Nordic line-up for 2018

Fischer tunes Nordic line-up for 2018

12/14/2017 - By Fischer Sports

Fischer introduces 2018 – 2019 product introductions and improvements to both in-track and light touring models, including a new Speedmax Twinskin, a marriage of the dual mohair channel technology with their highest level racing skis.

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First Look: Speedmax Classic Double-Poling Ski
First Look: Speedmax Classic Double-Poling Ski

First Look: Speedmax Classic Double-Poling Ski

3/1/2017 - By Mike Muha

Fischer has introduced their new Speedmax Classic Double-Poling ski that tries to combine the best parts of skate ski construction with those of classic ski construction.

Redesigned strap, handle reduce weight of new Swix Triac 3.0 pole
Redesigned strap, handle reduce weight of new Swix Triac 3.0 pole

Redesigned strap, handle reduce weight of new Swix Triac 3.0 pole

2/28/2017 - By Swix

The interface between skier and pole begins at the strap, a hand-shaped anti stretch material aimed at subtle feel and complete integration, all connected to a grip that collectively is nearly 1/3 lighter than previous Swix grips.

Abrasive? Ice crystals? Go Toko Black
Abrasive? Ice crystals? Go Toko Black

Abrasive? Ice crystals? Go Toko Black

2/21/2017 - By Ian Harvey

The "black" in HF Black is a shear lubricant and antistatic (conductor). You can say that is minimizes dry or mechanical friction and also enhances the "black" aspect of black bases.

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Fischer announces TURNAMIC soles and bindings for 2017-18
Fischer announces TURNAMIC soles and bindings for 2017-18

Fischer announces TURNAMIC soles and bindings for 2017-18

2/8/2017 - By Fischer Sports

VIDEO. Sliding the system forward provides more grip, while sliding it back will noticeably improve glide. From the novice to the World Cup skier - everyone benefits.

Should I use stiff skis or soft skis in soft snow conditions? Yes!
Should I use stiff skis or soft skis in soft snow conditions? Yes!

Should I use stiff skis or soft skis in soft snow conditions? Yes!

2/7/2017 - By Toko

The snow is soft. Should you use stiff skis or soft skis? It depends on temperature and moisture content!

Treatment options for Cross Country Skin-Skis
Treatment options for Cross Country Skin-Skis

Treatment options for Cross Country Skin-Skis

1/17/2017 - By Ian Harvey

There are four recommended methods for treating the "skins" for glide on "Skin Skis"...

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Add rollerski swing weights for a more ski-like rollerski
Add rollerski swing weights for a more ski-like rollerski

Add rollerski swing weights for a more ski-like rollerski

1/10/2017 - By Clayton Keim

Higher the swing weight the longer the rollerski feels. Build more leg strength on shorter workouts with a feeling similar to a snow ski with slush stuck to the top.

How to have fast skis ALL THE TIME and in EVERY CONDITION
How to have fast skis ALL THE TIME and in EVERY CONDITION

How to have fast skis ALL THE TIME and in EVERY CONDITION

12/21/2016 - By Ian Harvey

In order to have fast skis in all conditions, the skis need to be the right flex and design for the conditions and they need to fit the skier such that the contact area matches the intent of the ski design.

Toko introduces table and two ski vises for Nordic waxing
Toko introduces table and two ski vises for Nordic waxing

Toko introduces table and two ski vises for Nordic waxing

11/17/2016 - By Ian Harvey

Toko introduces an inexpensive workbench with good vise options: a XC Profile Set and a Ski Vise Nordic

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UPCOMING NON-RACE EVENTS

SAT, MAR 8, 2025

Great Bear Chase
Spruce Street near the intersection with Osceola Road, Calumet, MI

UPDATED: FLASH RACE to help support Reid Goble
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N Cut Rd, Roscommon, MI 48653. 800-832-2663, [email protected], CrossCountrySki.com

Team NordicSkiRacer Junior Ski
Huron Meadows Metropark, 8765 Hammel Rd, Brighton, MI 48116

XC Ski HQ: Free Beginner Ski Lesson*
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N Cut Rd, Roscommon, MI 48653. 800-832-2663, [email protected], CrossCountrySki.com

SUN, MAR 9, 2025

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS!
Spring Forward!

Michigan Cup Relays at XC Ski HQ
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653

MON, MAR 10, 2025

2025 Junior National Championships, March 10-15
Soldier Hollow Nordic Center, Soldier Hollow, UT

Masters World Cup 2025 - 5/10 km Classic, 5/10 km Freestyle
Klosters, Sweden

TUE, MAR 11, 2025

Masters World Cup 2025 - 10/15/20 km Classic, 10/15/20 km Freestyle
Klosters, Sweden

THU, MAR 13, 2025

Masters World Cup 2025 - Relay 4x 5km
Klosters, Sweden

FRI, MAR 14, 2025

Masters World Cup 2025 - 15/20/30 km Freestyle
Klosters, Sweden

SAT, MAR 15, 2025

Masters World Cup 2025 - 15/20/30 km Classic
Klosters, Sweden

THU, MAR 20, 2025

FIRST DAY OF SPRING

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