Tony Percha (lead) and Cyril Grum getting in an early morning rollerski at Kensington Metropark on Island Drive. (Yes, besides a nice bike path, Kensington has a couple quieter roads...)
Wax recommendations for Black Mountain
3/4/2010 - By Mike Muha
Wax recommendations have started rolling in - check back for updates.
Excellent snow coverage for Black Mountain Classic
3/4/2010 - By Denny Paull
Excellent snow coverage remains at Black Mountain and should be expected for the 7th annual Black Mountain Nordic Classic 31 km classic and 10 km freestyle/tour scheduled for this Saturday March 6th.
Sprinting: Slowing Down to Go Fast?
3/4/2010 - By Chris Cook
As the sprint courses have grown in distance and time, not only on an international level but also domestically, controlling your tempo has become more and more crucial to laying down the fastest time of the day.
A look at the new NNN/NIS Xcelerator bindings
3/4/2010 - By Mark Waechter
More than any other single piece of equipment that I've seen for the coming (2010/2011) season, I'm really stoked to see the updated NNN/NIS bindings.
How to apply pure fluro wax to your cross country skis
3/3/2010 - By Frank Lundeen
How to apply pure fluro wax to your cross country skis using the corking method.
Whistler notes
3/3/2010 - By Mark Waechter
The work at Whistler was rewarding on many levels. It was great to join the team from Slovenia again. Equally enjoyable is the opportunity to see the athletes and coaches who have become good friends.
Randall gets another top 20
3/2/2010 - By US Ski Team
Kikkan Randall (Anchorage) wrapped up her 2010 season with yet another top 20 finish, skiing her way to 17th in 10K Freestyle in the final weekend of the FIS Cross Country World Cup.
Michigan Cup Sprint donates $270 to LiveStrong
3/2/2010 - By Mike Muha
Even though it there was a small turnout, the 2010 Michigan Cup Sprints generated $270 in proceeds that were donated to the Lance Armstrong Foundation.
Norway wins Cross-Country medals ranking
3/2/2010 - By FIS
Norwegian cross-country team won the Olympic medal ranking. Five Gold medals, two silver and two bronze. Swedish team collected seven with 3-2-2. Third best cross-country nation became Germany with five (1-4-0). In total eleven nations were on the podium.
Yellowstone Rendezvous Race this weeked
3/2/2010 - By Sara Hoovler
TheThe Yellowstone Rendezvous Race is within sight on the calendar. With a bit of luck, a season’s worth of long skis, interval training, and hill climbs will pay off when the boom of the cannon signals the start of the race.
More on abnormal heart rates in cross country skiers
3/2/2010 - By Peter Vackx
The most prevalent racing heart condition, particularly in trained aerobic athletes such as soccer players, basketball players and especially X-country skiers, rowers and speed skaters, is without question atrial fibrillation (AF).
Muffin Race skiers celebrate the warmth
3/1/2010 - By Mike Muha
It was perfect conditions to race in swim suits at the 18th Annual Muffin Race at the Cross Country Ski Headquarters in Roscommon, MI on Sunday February 28, 2010.
UPCOMING
SAT, NOV 29, 2025
Team NordicSkiRacer Rollerski or Ski-walking Workout
Kensington Metropark, Milford, MI
SUN, NOV 30, 2025
Team NordicSkiRacer On-snow ski
Kensington Metropark West Boat Launch parking lot, Milford, MI
FRI, DEC 12, 2025
XC Ski HQ Ski Team Kick-Off Dinner!
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)
SAT, DEC 13, 2025
Forbush Opener (Freestyle)
Forbush Corner, 4971 W County Road 612, Frederic, MI 49733 (989-889-2843)
Free Beginner Ski Lesson
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)
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LATEST TRAIL CONDITIONS
THU, NOV 27
Interlochen Golf Course: Skied-in a track in 3" of fresh snow, and enjoyed the glide on the way back, esp since I had the wind at my back. I measured 7.5 " at home nearby, so there's a big difference in different parts of town.
ABR Trails: We picked up another 5-6 inches of snow overnight, a full groomer crew was out most of the day grooming 15 km and prepping more for Friday. The bigger Pisten Bully was out powertilling and setting track with multiple passes. Skate lanes were much firmer than expected and tracks were solid…all white so you can use your best skis. Friday morning we plan to regroom the 15 km as needed and open Memory, and head to the south and work on the Highlands. Happy Thanksgiving, see you
Bay Meadows GC: About 4" of good heavy snow with some areas of deep snow drifts and some areas of snow ice crust on top. Used my Evo's and they were good with kick and glide. Pretty windy but it was nice to see winter arrive with a bang.
Came home to see Lions lose heart breaking game to GB.
WED, NOV 26
Swedetown: Groomers were out all day packing the trails and removing downed trees. There are a lot of "leaners" still to be dealt with, and Mother Nature is still cranking out more snow.
ABR Trails: ABR Trails in Ironwood, MI will be opening tomorrow, Thanksgiving Day at 9 AM. Loving the winter wonderland and more snow to come!! Winter is here!
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