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Freeman leads U.S. skiers in 23rd

"He was having a good race for about 11k and then didn't have a good last 4k, he didn't pace quite right," said Head Coach Chris Grover.

By US Ski Team
Dec 12, 2010

Second straight podium for Randall

In the finals, Kowalczyk beat Randall across the line for third, relegating the American to a spot just off the podium. Kowalczyk, though, drew an immediate penalty, relegating her back into sixth.

By US Ski Team
Dec 12, 2010

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Yales Wiffenpoofs visit Forbush Corner

The Yale Whiffenpoofs visit Forbush Corner near Grayling, MI for a cross country ski adventure - and honor the owners with song!

By Dave Forbush
Dec 10, 2010

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Muncie Lake and Cadillac Pathways to be groomed

The Department of Natural Resources and Environment announced that Muncie Lake Pathway (13 miles southeast of Traverse City) and Cadillac Pathway (5 miles northeast of Cadillac) will be groomed for cross-country skiing thanks to local public support.

By Judy Davisson
Dec 10, 2010

Vote in TOKO Coaching Bench Giveaway!

Vote on Facebook now: On Monday morning December 13, 2010 we will count the number of 'LIKE' responses under each coach's name, and announce the winner of the wax bench.

By CXC Skiing
Dec 10, 2010

12 days of Swixmas

What every Nordic skier needs under the tree.

By Andrew Gerlach
Dec 9, 2010

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Ann Arbor considers ski area elimination

Ann Arbor City Council is considering a proposal which would eliminate an area traditionally used for cross country skiing, the Huron Hills Parkland.

By Yen-ling von Meister
Dec 9, 2010

Muskegon grooming alive and well

I want to thank Rebecca Humphries and the rest of the DNR for providing reliable grooming and not having to depend on two old snowmobiles on their last legs.

By Tim Greening
Dec 9, 2010

Biathlon introduced at this weekend's JOQ

The first Junior Olympic Qualifier is coming up in Ironwood, MI this weekend. There will be an opportunity to try your hand at biathlon at this event.

By CXC Skiing
Dec 9, 2010

Registration Update! Over 7400 Skiers Now Registered

As of Monday, December 6 there are 7411 skiers registered for the 2011 American Birkbeiner and Kortelopet. This means that there are less than 1000 positions remain in these events.

By Cherie Morgan
Dec 8, 2010

Fischer Skis and the City of Lakes Loppet announce two-year partnership

As a part of the collaboration between Fischer and the notable event, 25 sets of junior equipment will go to the City of Lakes Loppet Foundation.

By Holly Wolfe
Dec 8, 2010

Adding structure with the Toko Structurite tool

When selecting a structure, there are four main factors to consider: the moisture content of the snow, snow crystal type, dirt content of the snow, and how skied in the snow is going to be. Figure this out THEN apply structure.

By Ian Harvey
Dec 8, 2010

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