News, tips, and guides for the Nordic Ski Racer

Volunteers sought for US Nationals

Michigan Tech will host the 2015 U.S. Skiing Championships Jan. 2-10 at its on-campus Nordic Training Center. The organizing committee is looking for volunteers to help put on this world-class event.

By Michigan Tech
Nov 20, 2014

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Toko introduces JetStream 2.0 and HelX 2.0

Toko has introduced new versions of Helix and JetStream, and has updated the application method. Take note!

By Ian Harvey
Nov 19, 2014

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Leeward side of Great Lakes get slammed

Can you say "Lake Effect"? The large temperature difference between the Great Lakes and the air allows the air to rise quickly, generate lots of lake effect snow.

By Mike Muha
Nov 18, 2014

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A cold ride for a good cause in Nashville

It was off the rollerskis and on the bike for a November 1 JDRF ride to raise money for research into a cure for Type 1 diabetes. But what's with 32 degrees and 20 mph winds...in Nashville???

By Mike Muha
Nov 15, 2014

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Forbush Corner opens tomorrow (Saturday)

We have about 10 inches of snow on the ground in Frederic. I'm headed out to roll the East Trail System with the intent of grooming it again in the morning.

By Todd Hubbard
Nov 14, 2014

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Reserve Fischer demo skis and boots at Yellowstone Ski Festival

The registration process is quite simple. Go to http://tinyurl.com/fischerWEST and fill out the form. You will receive a confirmation within 48 hours. Quantities are limited so do not delay.

By Rick halling
Nov 14, 2014

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Valley Spur says 'Bring your A skis'

Valley Spur says there is close to 2 feet of snow. Bring your A skis!

By Valley Spur
Nov 13, 2014

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Lower Peninsula to have over 8 inches of snow

The US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan says expect quite a bit of snowfall. Forbush Corner is considering open this weekend because of the forecast.

By Mike Muha
Nov 13, 2014

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Michigan Cup Children's Hospital of Michigan Team Challenge

Michigan Cup teams have challenged each other to significantly to the White Pine Stampede donation to Children's Hospital of Michigan.

By Becca Beebe
Nov 12, 2014

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Noque Nordic memberships now available

The Noquemanon Trail Network (NTN) now has Nordic ski memberships available for sale at area outlets throughout Marquette County.

By Noquemanon Trail Network
Nov 12, 2014

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Straits Striders Cross Country Ski & Snowshoe Swap

The Straits Striders ski team will hold a Cross Country Ski & Snowshoe swap on Saturday, November 22, from 9:00am until 1:00pm, at the Petoskey Winter Sports Park, in Petoskey, MI.

By Jim Harrington
Nov 11, 2014

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Continental Divide Thru-Hike – A Journey For The Kids

In March of 2015 I will retire and in April will hike the Continental Divide Trail to raise money for an organization called Big City Mountaineers. They work with under-resourced urban youths, inter-city kids raised by single parents...

By Ken Dawson
Nov 7, 2014

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