News, tips, and guides for the Nordic Ski Racer
SKITRAB Skis Marked for Klister and Hard Wax Conditions
SKITRAB classic skis will come with Polka Dot markings for both klister and hard wax kick zones,
By Joe Gollinger
Nov 23, 2006
6 Inches New Snow at Yellowstone Ski Festival
The warm weather is gone today and my Thanksgiving prayers were answered when 6 inches of new snow fell this morning. ,
By Jamie Greene
Nov 23, 2006
Selecting the Right Kick Wax
Ski far enough to give the wax a chance to become "conditioned" by the snow. Usually during the first hundred meters or so the wax might feel a bit slippery, which is normal.,
By Swix
Nov 22, 2006
Help Shape the Future of the Huron Clinton Metroparks
The Huron Clinton Metropolitan Authority wants you to attend one of a series of upcoming park planning activities. (Hmmm - snowmaking?),
By HCMA
Nov 22, 2006
Part Two: Structure & the use of the Swix T401 & T405 Imprint Tools
After classifying different structures, Kevin gives some practical guidelines when setting structure with hand held tools.,
By Kevin Sweeney
Nov 21, 2006
Swix Nordic Walking Poles
This is sort of an interesting review: what's a ski racer doing reviewing Nordic Walking Poles? I now understand the the term 'ski walking' can encompass more than walking.,
By Mike Muha and Julie Pritchard
Nov 21, 2006
GRNST Trains at West Yellowstone
Here is a picture from yesterday of team GRNST at Yellowstone. More pictures later this week.,
By Curt Peterson
Nov 21, 2006
The Fundamentals of Ski Trail Grooming
Eric Anderson has pulled together a wealth of knowledge and practical application to produce a great DVD on trail grooming. Geared mainly to touring centers, the DVD also provides a wealth of information that can be used by the home groomer.,
By Mike Muha
Nov 20, 2006
Good Weather for Final Fall Duathlon
A slight rerouting of the running course increased the vertical to 330 feet. Snow damped the pavement, making it a bit slippery for rollerskis on the painted lines.,
By Mike Muha
Nov 20, 2006
Gallivare Wrap Up
The first weekend of distance world cup races is over. I have mixed feelings. For one we didn't ski up to potential but for two we have not prepared to be at our potential this early.,
By Pete Vordenberg - TeamToday.org
Nov 19, 2006
Hitting the Road, and the Transition to Snow…
It is a tough time of year for training. The weather this time of year rarely cooperates with your training plan.,
By Pat Casey for TeamToday.org
Nov 18, 2006
Kris Freeman 18th in Swedish World Cup
Kris Freeman opened his World Cup season Saturday with an 18th-place finish in a 15K freestyle race north of the Arctic Circle.,
By US Ski Team
Nov 18, 2006
