News, tips, and guides for the Nordic Ski Racer
Should I use stiff skis or soft skis in soft snow conditions? Yes!
The snow is soft. Should you use stiff skis or soft skis? It depends on temperature and moisture content!
By Toko
Feb 7, 2017
PHOTOS: 2016 White Pine Stampede (blast from the past)
Never before seen photos recently uncovered from the deep archives of the White Pine Stampede of last year's 2016 White Pine Stampede!
By White Pine Stampede
Feb 6, 2017
RESULTS: Woodbeck and Fry-Colie take White Pine Stampede
The 20km race course had some of the best grooming ever: Firm deep tracks, firm skate lane with a softer cover, fast but controllable downhills. The course couldn't have been any better.
By Mike Muha
Feb 5, 2017
PHOTOS: 2017 White Pine Stampede
250 photos by the crack White Pine photography team of Beth McKaig, Alyse Tarbutton, Melissa Kowalski, and Stacey Hicks.
By White Pine Stampede
Feb 5, 2017
Waxing Recommendations: White Pine Stampede and PA Nordic Championships
UPDATED WITH SOLDA! Latest waxing recommendations for the White Pine Stampede and PA Nordic Championships.
By Mike Muha
Feb 3, 2017
White Pine Stampede: Classic skiers go first!
We are anticipating a large field for the 20K race this weekend since we had to cancel the 50K event. To alleviate the congestion on the course, the committee has decided to stagger the start times for the 20K.
By ‎Stacey Titus Hicks
Feb 2, 2017
Cross country skiers can gather each Wed at Nubs Nob!
Cross country skiers can gather each week at Nub’s Nob for a new Nordic series created with fun, community, and skill building in mind. Happening every Wednesday night, this soon-to-be midweek staple offers a great reason to get out of the house.
By Jim Harrington
Jan 31, 2017
White Pine Stampede shortens 50k to 20K
Despite our recent snowfall, the 50K trail was still not good enough in spots to run the full 50. However, the 20K and 10K trails are in excellent shape, so those two races are on as scheduled. All racers registered for the 50K will now be in the 20K.
By Jack McKaig
Jan 30, 2017
RESULTS: Kyle Bratrud and Isabella Howden win Noquemanon
Kyle Bratrud and Isabella Howden won the shortened Noquemanon Ski Marathon classic today on a course shortened because of low snow and open water on lakes.
By Mike Muha
Jan 28, 2017
RESULTS: Lower Peninsula skiers top Junior Noque 5k
Lower peninsula skiers took the top spot in four of the six age classes in the 5K classic Junior Noquemanon today.
By Mike Muha
Jan 28, 2017
Waxing recommendations: Noquemanon Ski Marathon!
UPDATED: Toko, Fast Wax, Swix...and now Solda! Get waxing...
By Mike Muha
Jan 27, 2017
Noque shortens race; Mandatory bussing; Start time changes
Due to forces outside of our control (weather, snow conditions, etc.) there have been decisions made regarding course start and finish locations as well as timing.
By UPHS Noquemanon Ski Marathon Race Committee
Jan 26, 2017