Articles tagged 'Gear'
Wild Shot: Struggles and successes in biathlon and cross country skiing
The US Biathlon Association decides to dump you. What do you do? Head to Europe to train with the best. And so begins the adventure in Andy Liebner's excellent book.
By Mike Muha
Sep 17, 2012
Salomon Equip 10 skate skis series
Andrew Gerlach reviews the different Salomon Equip 10 Skate Ski models: SG, Cold and Warm.
By Andrew Gerlach
Sep 12, 2012
New Alpina ESK Pro boot raises forefoot
Kris Freeman shows off the features of his new Alpina ESK Pro skate boots, which angles the foot upward.
By Mike muha
Sep 11, 2012
What is a "race stock" cross country ski?
Some companies will offer dealers skis with names like RACE STOCK, CUSTOM SKIS or HAND PICKED for an additional charge. Some dealers, not all, will charge extra for these specially designated skis. Exactly what are these skis with fancy names?
By Rick Halling
Sep 5, 2012
US, Norweigian and Swedish skiers on Sognefjell glacier in Norway
For many years, top Norwegian and Swedish athletes have ventured north at the end of spring for extensive on snow training at the Sognefjell glacier in Norway. This spring, more US skiers have made the trip to Sognefjell than at anytime before.
By Rick Halling
Aug 30, 2012
XCHQ Labor Day Sales, Yoga for Skiers, and Ski Walking Clinic, this weekend
Cross Country Ski Headquarters to host Yoga for Skiers, Ski Walking Clinic, and Giant Closeout Sale over Labor Day Weekend
By Bob Frye
Aug 29, 2012
Rossignol hires Paul Clark as Nordic Racing Manager
Rossignol’s objective with this new role is to increase retail sales of race product by driving athletes to Rossignol Racing Centers.
By Rossignal
Aug 8, 2012
Salice 004 sunglass product review
Thibaut Pinot wore a pair when he won stage 8 of the Tour de France and Team Great Britain Men's 8 rowed to Bronze in the Olympics a few days ago donning Salice sunglasses. Salice Italian sunglasses are now imported into the US by Chi-Town Sports.
By Mike Muha
Aug 7, 2012
2XU Named Official Compression Supplier of USSA
Under the new 2XU sponsorship, U.S. Ski Team, U.S. Snowboarding and U.S. Freeskiing athletes will wear 2XU Compression to train and recover.
By USSA
Aug 2, 2012
Roller Skiing - The 1950s Sports Craze!
Roller Skiing, vintage sports footage from Holland and Germany in the 1950s. Taken from the two British Pathe newsreels.
By Mike Mha
Jul 30, 2012
USSA, SNAP Infusion SUPERCANDY announce partnership
The U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association (USSA) announced an official multi-year partnership with SNAP Infusion SUPERCANDY®, the first-to-market, Naturally Designed SUPERCANDY®.
By USSA
Jul 25, 2012
Waxing on Wednesday
While at the American Birkie I had a discussion with a dedicated SOLDA wax user about waxing for weekend races 3 to 4 days prior to the race. Here's what I recommend...
By Bert Hinckley
Mar 7, 2012
