Ski walking is a great alternative to rollerskiing. You can do long slow distance at an easy pace, intervals at any heart rate you can get to, or speed work. Tony Percha is doing easy repeats up a long hill at Kensington Metropark in Milford, MI.
Testing Toko Base Performance Liquid Paraffin in cold conditions
Fri, Jan 3, 2020 - By Ian Harvey
It has been cold lately where I have been, so I have been testing cold waxes. The performance of Base Performance Liquid Paraffin has totally surprised me to the point where it is now my new favorite glide wax.
Michigan Tech Hosts U.S. Cross Country Ski Championships
Thu, Jan 2, 2020 - By Michigan Tech
The competition begins today, Thursday (Jan. 2) with the Freestyle Sprint. This marks the fifth time Michigan Tech has hosted a U.S. Cross Country Skiing Championships event.
VIDEO: Improve your Alternate V2 (aka Two Skate)!
Fri, Dec 27, 2019 - By Andy Liebner
UPDATED! NEW VIDEO! Andy Liebner gives tips to improve your V2 (or two skates for every pole plant).
VIDEO: Improve your V2 (aka One Skate)!
Fri, Dec 27, 2019 - By Andy Liebner
UPDATED! NEW VIDEO! Andy Liebner gives tips to improve your V2 (or one skate for every pole plant)
Learn to XC Ski in January
Sun, Dec 22, 2019 - By Michigan Snowsports Industries Association
During January, ski areas across the state teamed up with Michigan McDonald’s restaurants to offer an affordable introduction to the sport of cross country skiing.
After two races, we have leaders in the Michigan Cup!
Fri, Dec 20, 2019 - By Mike Muha
Mariah Frye Colie and Alex Vanias lead the senior standings with two wins each. Branden Morley and Clara Bennet lead the junior standings.
Fischer Reopens Grants Program for 2020
Wed, Dec 18, 2019 - By Fischer Skis
The Fischer Grants program, an ongoing outreach program aimed at promoting access and engagement to skiing in the United States focus on youth and underserved ski populations, snowmaking efforts, education and outreach.
Vanias and Colie win Forbush Time Trial
Mon, Dec 16, 2019 - By Mike Muha
Well, what difference 24 hours and a change of venue makes! Warm temperatures and tricky trails at Saturday's Lakes of the North Freestyle gave way to a colder race (19F), a little new snow, and smooth as silk grooming for the Forbush Corner Freestyle.
Alex Vanias and Mariah Frye Colie win fast Lakes of the North Freestyle
Mon, Dec 16, 2019 - By Mike Muha
UPDATED! Pity those racers with soft skis or poor balance at Saturday's Lakes of the North Freestyle! There was plenty of snow, and the trail was groomed so three skiers could skate side-by-side much of the 7.2km trail, but the snow surface surface...
Midwest Nordic Rendezvous: Ski and teach better!
Sun, Dec 15, 2019 - By Amy Powell
Learn to ski better or learn to instruct other skiers how to ski better!
What wax to use when?
Thu, Dec 12, 2019 - By Ian Harvey
Picking the right wax is more complicated than simply looking at a wax chart. Snow and air temperature, free moisture, and snow crystal type all play a role.
Waxing recommendations for this weekend's MI Cup and JNQ races
Thu, Dec 12, 2019 - By Mike Muha
So far, only Toko has posted any recommendations, and the Swix recommendation site is gone! I'll update if other recommendations are released!
UPCOMING
SAT, SEP 19, 2026
Team NordicSkiRacer Rollerski Workout
Baywoods parking lot, Kensington Metropark, Milford, MI
Finnsisu Rollerski Marathon /Marwe Half Marathon Rollerski
Duluth, MI
SUN, SEP 20, 2026
Team NordicSkiRacer Rollerski Workout
Baywoods parking lot, Kensington Metropark, Milford, MI
Michigan Cup Committee Meeting
Hanson Hills Recreation Area, 7601 Old Mill Lake Road, Grayling, MI
SAT, SEP 26, 2026
Team NordicSkiRacer Rollerski Workout
Baywoods parking lot, Kensington Metropark, Milford, MI
SUN, SEP 27, 2026
Team NordicSkiRacer Rollerski Workout
Baywoods parking lot, Kensington Metropark, Milford, MI
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