Cross Country Ski Racing News
RESULTS! Carty and Wakely win snowy Boyne Vistas
2/8/2021 - By Mike Muha
Skiers we're masked and hanging out before the race. The start line was well marked. Skiers started in 15 second intervals. I was number 10. What? Tony is number 15. I hate having Tony behind me!
Winter has arrived to the Great Bear Chase
2/8/2021 - By Angela Luskin
The Great Bear Chase committee has been working hard to once again host a high quality event this year, but in a manner that focuses on everyone’s safety. We are committed to making this event a great experience for all who participate.
Wax recommendations for Boyne Vistas race
2/4/2021 - By Mike Muha
Wax recommendations for the this weekend's Michigan Cup races! This one's easy given the cold weather and snow in the forecast. Thanks for the recommendation, Nick Baic!
Hanson Hills / Cross Country Ski Shop takes Brumbaugh Cup lead
2/2/2021 - By Mike Muha
There were big changes in the Brumbaugh Cup competition following the Mike Seaman Memorial Classic Race at Forbush Corner. Hanson Hills / Cross Country Ski Shop took over the lead with 297 points.
VASA Race Director opening
2/1/2021 - By Pete LaPlaca
North American VASA Festival of Races Board of Directors is seeking candidates for race director for the North American Vasa. This position is part-time and most of the work is in the winter months.
RESULTS: Wakeley and Davis win Michael Seaman Classic
1/31/2021 - By Mike Muha
So as we drove north through Grayling on our way to the Michael Seaman Memorial Classic Race at Forbush Corner, -4F seemed cold. By the time we arrived, the temperature had risen to a balmy 0F.
Team NordicSkiRacer leads Brumbaugh Cup after three races
1/29/2021 - By Mike Muha
With three races completed, Team NordicSkiRacer narrowly leads the Brumbaugh Cup for strong senior team in the Michigan Cup Series with 216 points.
Marvin Boluyt to ski 100km Virtual Canadian Ski Marathon at Huron Meadows
1/29/2021 - By Danielle Mauter, Huron-Clinton Metroparks
Expert cross-country skier, Marvin Boluyt, is preparing to ski 100 Kilometers out at Huron Meadows Metropark as he completes the virtual Canadian Ski Marathon. This two day event requires skiers to ski 50 kilometers each day and camp out overnight.
Wax recommendations for the Michael Seaman Memorial Classic
1/28/2021 - By Mike Muha
Our first cold race of the season. The temperature is doing to drop below 0F Friday night!
Boyne Vistas 12K Freestyle moved up to Sunday, Feb 7
1/27/2021 - By Mike Muha
The Boyne Vistas 12K Freestyle has been rescheduled to Sunday February 7 (it was originally scheduled for the end of February). No climb up Hilda this year!
Forbush Corner: Classic race update and virtual offer
1/19/2021 - By Ann Wager
The Michael Seaman Memorial Scholarship Classic Race will be ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY. And skiers doing the virtual Noquemanon or White Pine Stampede can get a trail discount.
RESULTS: Tarras and Ross win Cote Dame Marie
1/17/2021 - By Mike Muha
The course seemed fast for the first 6km then suddenly the snow felt damper and slower - everyone was commenting on how their skis slowed down during the race.
