The Cross County Ski Headquarters got their skiers out in mass to win the overall 2024 Michigan Cup - again! Congratulations on a job well done. (Photo: Gwenn Stevenson)
No Fat Tire Bikes t-shirts
1/7/2014 - By Dave Hietikko
I am the guy that made up the long sleeve shirts addressing the fat tire bikes on the trail problem. Ironic thing is that I am primarily a bike racer, but do a fair amount of skiing too
Cross Country Ski Skills Clinic Series at Nubs Nob
1/7/2014 - By Ben Doornbos
Cross country skiers can gather each week at Nub’s Nob for a new nordic series created with fun, community, and skill building in mind. Happening every Wednesday night, this offers a great reason to get out of the house and on the trails.
Learn to ski on Winter Trails Day
1/7/2014 - By Mike Muha
Snowshoeing and cross country skiing are quick to learn and fun for all ages, and they are a great way to get some exercise. On Saturday, January 11, 2014 (Winter Trails Day), you can learn for free at a Winter Trails location.
Koos and Bender repeat sprint wins from last Nationals
1/6/2014 - By USSA
Torin Koos (Leavenworth, WA) and Jennie Bender (Johnson, VT) each took home a freestyle sprint title for the Bridger Ski Foundation Sunday on a tight and technical course at the 2014 U.S. Cross Country Championships at Soldier Hollow.
Toko US XC Nationals Skate Sprint Report
1/6/2014 - By Ian Harvey
Air temperatures were around 1F at 8am (I say around as the temperature can vary greatly depending on where one measures it). The snow was similar to yesterday - semi-transformed, staying dry, fast.
US XC Nationals 10.15km Classic Report
1/6/2014 - By Ian Harvey
So many skiers were descending this steep downhill almost standing straight up, or just bent over at the waist, or in a high tuck with their hands way down low scooping up air into their chest.
Results from the 6 Hour Team Relay
1/5/2014 - By MIke Muha
The Michigan Cup 6 Hour Team Relay ran under perfect weather and skiing conditions. The skate lane and striding tracks were firm and made for great racing.
Liz Stephen 3rd in hill climb, 7th overall in Tour de Ski
1/5/2014 - By USSA
Liz Stephen (E. Montpelier, VT) posted the USA's best overall Tour de Ski finish in history with seventh, skiing to the third-fastest time of the day as she battled rain, sleet and snow for 9k up Alpe Cermis on Sunday.
Alaska Pacific University Nordic dominates US Championships
1/5/2014 - By USSA
Erik Bjornsen (Winthrop, WA) and Becca Rorabaugh (Fairbanks, AK) took U.S. titles in the 15k and 10k classic races, leading a three-medal effort by APU Nordic at the 2014 U.S. Cross Country Championships at the 2002 Olympic venue at Soldier Hollow on Satu
Jesse Diggns 10th in Tour de Ski 5K Classic
1/5/2014 - By USSA
World Champion Jessie Diggins (Afton, MN) earned a career-best World Cup classic result Saturday, skiing into 10th in the Val di Fiemme 5k, the sixth stage of the Tour de Ski.
Stephen up to 12th in Tour de Ski
1/5/2014 - By USSA
Liz Stephen (E. Montpelier, VT) posted the fifth-fastest time of the day Friday, starting from 22nd to finish 12th in the 15k pursuit stage of the grueling seven-stage Tour de Ski.
Soldier Hollow set for U.S. Championships
1/3/2014 - By USSA
Around 350 of the top cross country skiers from U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association clubs from around the country will converge at the 2002 Olympic venue at Soldier Hollow beginning this weekend for the 2014 U.S. Cross Country Championships.
