News, tips, and guides for the Nordic Ski Racer

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Why would you drag a tire during a rollerski race?

Race Director Andy Liebner told participants in the Grand Rapids 10k Rollerski Race on Sunday, November 5 that dragging a tire reduces speed and increases safety. I can think of some alternative reasons...

By Mike Muha
Nov 10, 2017

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Hanson Hills adds 5km to Wilderness Trail

We've made a number of changes this season at Hanson Hills for cross country skiers, including adding 5km to our popular Wilderness Trail.

By Justin Andre
Nov 9, 2017

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Grand Rapids Rollerski Race, Nov 5...with twist!

Coach Andy Liebner of the U.S. Ski Pole Co. is hosting the *Unofficial Freestyle Roller Ski Race Season Prep Challenge* on Sunday. November 5

By Andy Liebner
Oct 23, 2017

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WSTC announces ski touring trips

The Washtenaw Ski Touring Club has announced its trip schedule for the winter of 2017-18. The trip committee has decided to start trip sign-ups at the upcoming Fall potluck on Sunday, October 22nd.

By Margaret Walter
Oct 14, 2017

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Changes to scoring, new races in 2018 Michigan Cup

Representatives from each Michigan Cup team meet this past weekend for the annual Michigan Cup Committee meeting, to review last season and to plan out the new cross country ski racing season.

By Mike Muha
Sep 5, 2017

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Two rollerski clinics over Labor Day Weekend

It's time to get serious about cross country ski season, and Andy Liebner is going to help you get into your Nordic Groove with two rollerski clinics this Labor Day weekend.

By Mike Muha
Aug 22, 2017

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Junior rollerski camp, August 1-3

If you are on a cross country ski team or plan on ski racing this winter: our annual VASA Ski Club Sponsored Dryland and Rollerski Training Camp is coming up at the Sleeping Bear Dunes Group Camp Site.

By John Kostrzewa
Jul 24, 2017

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Michael Seaman Memorial Scholarship Fund - ski sale fundraiser

Mike’s father, Jim, is in the process of creating the “Michael Seaman Memorial Scholarship Fund” to help provide assistance to students in financial need.

By Mariah, Stu, Bob, Lynne, and the XC Ski HQ Crew
Jul 21, 2017

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Rollerski clinic in Livonia, MI this Saturday, July 15

Andy Liebner invites XC Skiers who would like to hone their skills and establish an endurance base during the summer months to attend a rollerski clinic this Saturday, July 15. The clinic will meet at the Andiamo Livonia restaurant parking lot.

By Mike Muha
Jul 11, 2017

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Skiing community morns loss of Michael Seaman

Long time Michigan Cup skier Michael Seaman was killed after being hit by a car while biking Tuesday night. Alcohol is believed to be a factor with the driver according to state police. Seaman was 53.

By Mike Muha
Jun 28, 2017

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Tom Smith named Head Nordic Ski Coach at Michigan Tech

Tom Smith has been named the head coach of the Michigan Tech men's and women's Nordic ski teams. Smith brings 14 years of coaching and competition experience with him.

By NMU
Jun 16, 2017

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Traverse City Central looking for a Nordic Ski Varsity Head Coach

Traverse City Central High School is looking for a Nordic Ski Varsity Head Coach. The position pays a stipend in the range of $3,571 to $4,052.60, based on previous public school coaching experience.

By Mike Muha
Jun 16, 2017

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