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Wax recommendations for Black Mountain

3/4/2010 - By Mike Muha

Wax recommendations have started rolling in - check back for updates.

Excellent snow coverage for Black Mountain Classic

3/4/2010 - By Denny Paull

Excellent snow coverage remains at Black Mountain and should be expected for the 7th annual Black Mountain Nordic Classic 31 km classic and 10 km freestyle/tour scheduled for this Saturday March 6th.

Sprinting: Slowing Down to Go Fast?
Sprinting: Slowing Down to Go Fast?

Sprinting: Slowing Down to Go Fast?

3/4/2010 - By Chris Cook

As the sprint courses have grown in distance and time, not only on an international level but also domestically, controlling your tempo has become more and more crucial to laying down the fastest time of the day.

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Whistler notes
Whistler notes

Whistler notes

3/3/2010 - By Mark Waechter

The work at Whistler was rewarding on many levels. It was great to join the team from Slovenia again. Equally enjoyable is the opportunity to see the athletes and coaches who have become good friends.

Randall gets another top 20

3/2/2010 - By US Ski Team

Kikkan Randall (Anchorage) wrapped up her 2010 season with yet another top 20 finish, skiing her way to 17th in 10K Freestyle in the final weekend of the FIS Cross Country World Cup.

Michigan Cup Sprint donates $270 to LiveStrong
Michigan Cup Sprint donates $270 to LiveStrong

Michigan Cup Sprint donates $270 to LiveStrong

3/2/2010 - By Mike Muha

Even though it there was a small turnout, the 2010 Michigan Cup Sprints generated $270 in proceeds that were donated to the Lance Armstrong Foundation.

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Norway wins Cross-Country medals ranking

3/2/2010 - By FIS

Norwegian cross-country team won the Olympic medal ranking. Five Gold medals, two silver and two bronze. Swedish team collected seven with 3-2-2. Third best cross-country nation became Germany with five (1-4-0). In total eleven nations were on the podium.

Yellowstone Rendezvous Race this weeked
Yellowstone Rendezvous Race this weeked

Yellowstone Rendezvous Race this weeked

3/2/2010 - By Sara Hoovler

TheThe Yellowstone Rendezvous Race is within sight on the calendar. With a bit of luck, a season’s worth of long skis, interval training, and hill climbs will pay off when the boom of the cannon signals the start of the race.

Muffin Race skiers celebrate the warmth
Muffin Race skiers celebrate the warmth

Muffin Race skiers celebrate the warmth

3/1/2010 - By Mike Muha

It was perfect conditions to race in swim suits at the 18th Annual Muffin Race at the Cross Country Ski Headquarters in Roscommon, MI on Sunday February 28, 2010.

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Birkie has largest field ever

3/1/2010 - By Cherie Morgan

Honorary Starter, Wisconsin Governor James Doyle, welcomed the largest field of skiers ever in the American Birkebeiner’s 37-year history. He sent over 8,055 skiers on their way beginning at 8:00 a.m. FULL RESULTS.

Italian takes Birkie title

3/1/2010 - By FIS

Leading the European invasion was Italian Fabio Santus, who renewed his country's dominance of the event by covering the 50 kilometers from Cable to Hayward in a record 1:56:58.6, just 8 seconds ahead of runner-up Tad Elliot of Durango, Colo.

Northug Jr. wins Gold in 50 km

3/1/2010 - By FIS

Competition was very tactical from first kilometers. Big group of skiers was formed. for the first time in the Olympic Games changing of skis was allowed. In total three pit stops were possible.

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UPCOMING RACES

SAT, FEB 28, 2026

Michigan Middle School and High School Championships - Freestyle and Classic Pursuit
Hickory Hills Ski Area, 2000 Randolph St, Traverse City, MI 49684

Black Mountain 31K Classic
The Chateau at Black Mountain, 10621 Twin Lakes Road, Cheboygan, MI 49721

SUN, MAR 1, 2026

Michigan Middle School and High School Championships - Mixed Relay
Hickory Hills Ski Area, 2000 Randolph St, Traverse City, MI 49684

Black Mountain 12km Freestyle
The Chateau at Black Mountain, 10621 Twin Lakes Road, Cheboygan, MI 49721

SAT, MAR 7, 2026

Great Bear Chase
Calumet, MI 49913

SUN, MAR 8, 2026

Michigan Cup Relays at XC Ski HQ
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

MON, MAR 9, 2026

2026 Cross Country Junior National Championships - 7.5/5K Freestyle Interval Start
American Birkebeiner Trailhead, Cable, WI

WED, MAR 11, 2026

2026 Cross Country Junior National Championships - Classic Sprint
American Birkebeiner Trailhead, Cable, WI

FRI, MAR 13, 2026

2026 Cross Country Junior National Championships - 14.6/11.3/8K Classic Mass Start
American Birkebeiner Trailhead, Cable, WI

SAT, MAR 14, 2026

2026 Cross Country Junior National Championships - 4-Person Mixed Gender Freestyle Relay
American Birkebeiner Trailhead, Cable, WI

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