News, tips, and guides for the Nordic Ski Racer
Nubs Nob announces XC Ski Academy for ages 5 to 15
The Nub’s Nob XC Ski Academy is all about fun and fundamentals for junior skiers. Just like swim lessons, skiers learn in small groups with the same instructor and friends each week
By Nubs Nob
Oct 22, 2020
SWIX debuts Triac 4.0 Aero ski pole
Swix is proud to present the next generation of ski pole innovation. Triac 4.0 is a culmination of research, design, stress and durability testing that pushes the bounds of carbon technology.
By SWIX
Oct 16, 2020
The Cross Country Ski Shop at Northbound Outfitters is fully stocked!
From backcountry, to classic touring, to racing or skating- these boys know it (and ski it) all and can recommend the best equipment for you and your style of skiing.
By Northbound Outfitters/Cross Country Ski Shop
Oct 15, 2020
Cross Country Ski Headquarters ready for busy winter
Demand for outdoor recreation activities is at an all-time high, and Cross Country Ski Headquarters is prepared for a big season!
By Cross Country Ski Headquarters
Oct 13, 2020
Donations requested to repair Suicide Bowl trail vandalism
Over the page week, vandals have damaged the ski hill sprinkler system and cross country ski trail maps, plus downed trees across the trail.
By Gary Rasmussen and Dick Ziegler
Sep 22, 2020
Brumbaugh Cup scoring rules updated
Brumbaugh Cup scorers Jay Woodbeck and Kyle Hanson proposed some language to clarify how the Brumbaugh Cup is scored. The Michigan Cup approved slightly revised wording, and an additional few clarifications were made.
By Mike Muha
Sep 21, 2020
Rollerski clinic in Indiana
As the months get closer to the next season, it is more and more important that we take the time to go over technique and get comfortable on the roller skis before transitioning to the snow.
By Jeremiah and Lizzie Osteen
Sep 21, 2020
SISU Ski Fest goes virtual for 2021
The SISU Ski Fest in Ironwood, Michigan, will run a virtual event this season in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
By Mike Muha
Sep 17, 2020
North American Vasa committed to 2021 race
The North American Vasa is committed to running an in-person event for 2021, though it will be limited in scope and COVID-19 safety measures will be in place that all participants will have to agree to abide by.
By Gussie Peterson
Sep 16, 2020
Michigan Cup Committee says "Let's Race!"
The good news: There IS going to be a Michigan Cup Race Series for 2020-21 - The Michigan Cup Committee approved a revised race calendar.
By Mike Muha
Sep 15, 2020
Stokely Creek to remain closed this winter
The coronavirus continues, and the Canadian border, which was closed to people entering from the U.S. soon after our last guests left, has not yet reopened.
By Stokely Creek
Sep 13, 2020
Kiss SuperTour, U.S. Nationals and Junior Nationals goodbye
U.S. Ski & Snowboard has cancelled all national competitions for the 2020-21 season. That means no SuperTour, U.S. National Championships, or the Junior National Championships.
By Mike Muha
Sep 6, 2020
