News, tips, and guides for the Nordic Ski Racer

Year: 2009 ×

National Training Group Works at Center

Inspired by the new Center of Excellence, U.S. Cross Country Ski Team Coaches Peter Vordenberg, Matt Whitcomb and Pat Casey are spearheading a select development training program this summer for young cross country skiers.

By US Ski Team
Jun 29, 2009

Rollerski Accident

The US Biathlon Association is very sad to hear of the death of Willie Neal after being struck by a car while rollerskiing June 21st in Fort Fairfield, Maine.

By US Biathlon Association
Jun 27, 2009

Methow Valley Supertour one month before Olympics

The Methow Valley SuperTour will be held Martin Luther King Weekend, one month before the 2010 Winter Olympics in Whistler, Canada. It is expected that the best Nordic ski racers from the United States, Canada and overseas will attend.

By Kristen Smith
Jun 26, 2009

Concept2 introoduces SkiErg

Concept2, the leading manufacturer of racing oars and rowing machines, offers Nordic skiers a new way to train without snow: the Concept2 SkiErg.

By Meredith Haff
Jun 26, 2009

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FIS Athletes’ Commission: Sami Jauhojärvi

An interview with Sami Jauhojärvi (FIN), the representative of the male Cross-Country skiers on the FIS Athletes’ Commission.

By FIS
Jun 25, 2009

Pro-Ski Rollerskis on sale

All $350 Pro-Ski rollerskis are now on sale for $250 - save 28%

By WebSkis
Jun 25, 2009

Pro-Ski S5e Skate Rollerski

The S5e is the latest iteration of Pro-Ski's 100mm diameter-wheeled skate rollerski. Many of you have read my very positive review and year later follow-up of the Pro-Ski S3, so getting a chance to compare them to the newer model was a treat.

By Mike Muha
Jun 24, 2009

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US Ski Team Partners with Little Hotties, Yaktrax

Little Hotties and Yaktrax are necessary winter accessories that return the focus to the sport and not the cold environment. We are proud to do our part in helping them bring home the gold.

By US Ski Team
Jun 24, 2009

August CXC Technique Camp at Telemark Resort

AN open 4-day high school camp and open 2-day middle school camp is set for August 3-6 along with coaches education sessions.

By CXC Skiing
Jun 24, 2009

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Algoma Highlands Conservancy gets additional funding

We are pleased and excited to announce a major new funding commitment from the EJLB foundation. This new funding commitment raises our current total for the Legacy Lands Campaign to approximately $800,000.

By Ted Curry
Jun 23, 2009

Pro-Ski C2 Classic Rollerski

I like the Pro-Ski C2 Classic Rollerski: pretty smooth over the bumps, good rain fenders, fairly stable, and excellent wheel durability. They could be a little lighter, but they'll do.

By Mike Muha
Jun 23, 2009

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Rollerski racing season begins

The FIS Roller Skiing World Cup 2009 will kick off from 3rd to 5th July in Oroslavje, Croatia, the host of the 2007 Roller Ski World Championships.

By FIS
Jun 22, 2009

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