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CXC announces adaptive ski program

Central Cross Country Ski Association is proud to announce the formation of an innovative Adaptive Ski Program available for individuals with physical disabilities throughout the Midwest.

By CXC Skiing
Aug 4, 2009

CXC Adaptive Cross Country Program Receives Grant

Central Cross Country Ski Association (CXC) was awarded a grant from the 2009 Olympic Opportunity Fund designed to financially assist sports organizations. It will be used to aid their new adaptive cross country skiing program.

By US Ski Team
Aug 4, 2009

Balk Retires After Storied Career

After a long career on the U.S. Adaptive Cross Country Ski Team, Paralympic medalist and World Champion Bob Balk (Long Beach, CA) decided to retire and shift his focus to his two-year-old triplets.

By US Ski Team
Aug 4, 2009

Run to support Adopt an Athlete Program

A 5.5K Walk/Nordic Walk and 5.5K, 9K, 14.5K Trail Run in Madison, WI. All proceeds from the event will go towards the Adopt an Athlete Program, started by the Central Cross Country Ski Association.

By CXC Skiing
Aug 3, 2009

Wintersteiger supports USSA and Center of Excellence

Wintersteiger has announced its sponsorship as a supplier to The U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association's Center of Excellence equipment tuning room, and was on hand for the grand opening dedication.

By US Ski Team
Aug 3, 2009

Springer Tournee Wraps Up at UOP

The 11th annual North American Springer Tournee wrapped up Saturday following four days of jumping and nordic combined competition.

By US Ski Team
Jul 31, 2009

Cheboygan State Park Kayak-Bike-Run Triathlon

The August 15 triathlon will involve kayaking two miles, biking eight and one-half miles and running four and one-half miles.

By DNR
Jul 31, 2009

World Cup Roller Ski season underway

Five competitions have already been held in the Roller Ski World Cup 2009. The three races in Orolavje, Croatia at the end of June were followed by two competitions in Markkleeberg (GER) in mid-July.

By FIS
Jul 31, 2009

Sports Medley Training Sessions

Any racer has been in the situation where he wants or must go for a social ride, run, rollerski or hike - not optimal for training. There are two obvious solutions to this problem: decline or mix it up.

By Justin Demers
Jul 30, 2009

Roller Ski Safety? Use a Mirror!

I’ve used a mirror that attaches to my glasses or sunglasses for decades and will not rollerski (or cycle) without it. To add to the recent discussions on safe roller skiing, please consider the following advantages.

By Doug Armstrong
Jul 30, 2009

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Birkie Upgrades Trail for 2010

The Birkie trail is receiving several upgrades for 2010, including a new bridge in Duffy's field, about one-quarter of a mile before the trail reaches Lake Hayward, and remodeling of the warming cabin and expanded parking at County Road OO.

By Birkie
Jul 29, 2009

MTU's Klein earns academic ESPN All-American Honors

Michigan Tech junior Jenna Klein was named to the ESPN The Magazine Academic All-American third team by the College Sports Information Directors of America.

By Michigan Tech
Jul 29, 2009