Season News
Updated Michigan Cup JUNIOR standings
1/26/2026 10:00:00 AM - By Mike Muha
Points Keeper Ken Dawson has updated the current individual JUNIOR standings: "I included the latest Michigan Cup results for juniors that include Flying Squirrel and Beech Nuts races."
RESULTS: 2026 Beech Nuts Junior Nordic Race
1/26/2026 4:00:00 AM - By Mike Muha
Thirty-two juniors raced in the 2026 Beech Nuts Junior Nordic Race at Nubs Nob. The race is part of the Baic Cup for the best Junior Team on the Michigan Cup Race Series.
RESULTS: Flying Squirrel racers and tough conditions
1/24/2026 3:00:00 AM - By Beth Major
The race dawned with a foot of heavy new snow on both the JACK RABBIT 3.5k and FLYING SQUIRREL 5k racecourses. Middle and High School skiers from Nubs Nob, Vasa Raptor and Crystal Nordic teams showed their grit and strength in these tough conditions. (Video and results)
Haberkorn, Smith, Davis, and Davis+Dufour lead MI Cup
1/20/2026 4:05:00 AM - By Mike Muha
The leaders of the Michigan Cup have largely remained the same, but there are several strong racers who have not yet completed five races. Who are we watching?
Erica O'Hearn and Ryan Harris win Nub's Nob Classic
1/19/2026 7:00:00 AM - By Mike Muha
The snow and racing were excellent at the 2026 Nub's Nob Classic on the three-lap course on the upper cross country ski trails at Nub's Nob.
Cote Dame Marie: Wakeley and O'Hearn ski away from competition
1/19/2026 3:00:00 AM - By Mike Muha
Jorden Wakeley (Hanson Hills / Cross Country Ski Shop) and Erica O'Hearn (Vasa Ski Club) showed who's boss - both skied away from the competition.
Dick Fultz to receive plaque in honor of Cross Country Ski Shop 50th anniversary
1/16/2026 6:11:05 AM - By Heather Compton
Northbound Outfitters / Cross Country Ski Shop will be having party immediately after the Cote Dame Marie Loppet, with special star, Dick Fultz! The shop turns 50 and Dick will be receiving a special plaque on behalf of the shop in celebration of the wonderful shop.
Wax recommendations: Cote, Nub's, Flying Squirrel races!
1/15/2026 6:53:07 AM - By Mike Muha
Toko and Rex wax recommendations for Saturday's Cote Dame Marie, and Sunday's Nub's Nob Classic 5k & 12k and CCSC Flying Squirrel Nordic races.
Haberkorn, Smith, Davis, and Davis lead 2026 Michigan Cup
1/14/2026 11:58:39 AM - By Mike Muha
We are five races into the 2025-2026 Michigan Cup season - one junior race and four senior races - and Ken Dawson has released the individual standings to date.
Cote Dame Marie Ski Loppet – New Course, Big Giveaways
1/13/2026 1:43:10 AM - By Justin Andre
We are excited to welcome you back to Hanson Hills for the Cote Dame Marie Ski Loppet on Saturday, January 17th! Trail conditions are looking great, and we can’t wait to host another memorable race day with all of you.
Rebecca Davis and Bradley Baas doublepole to Krazy Klassic victory
1/12/2026 10:11:40 AM - By Mike Muha
Rebecca Davis powered over her rivals in the 2026 Krazy Klassic while Bradley Baas used strategy to win over Michael Davis.
Results! Vasa Raptor Rush Nordic Ski Race
1/12/2026 8:00:00 AM - By Mike Muha
Junior teams Vasa Raptors, Crystal Nordic, Nub's Nob, and the Cross Country Ski Shop competed at Hickory Hills Ski Area in Traverse City, MI on January 10 for the 2nd annual Raptor Rush fundraiser.
