News, tips, and guides for the Nordic Ski Racer
Noquemanon issues cold weather protocols, race updates
ATTENTION – Cold Weather Protocols in place. Please review below! Junior Noque may cancel. 50k may postpone.
By Noquemanon Ski Marathon
Jan 20, 2026
Haberkorn, Smith, Davis, and Davis+Dufour lead MI Cup
The leaders of the Michigan Cup have largely remained the same, but there are several strong racers who have not yet completed five races. Who are we watching?
By Mike Muha
Jan 20, 2026
Erica O'Hearn and Ryan Harris win Nub's Nob Classic
The snow and racing were excellent at the 2026 Nub's Nob Classic on the three-lap course on the upper cross country ski trails at Nub's Nob.
By Mike Muha
Jan 19, 2026
Cote Dame Marie: Wakeley and O'Hearn ski away from competition
Jorden Wakeley (Hanson Hills / Cross Country Ski Shop) and Erica O'Hearn (Vasa Ski Club) showed who's boss - both skied away from the competition.
By Mike Muha
Jan 19, 2026
Dick Fultz to receive plaque in honor of Cross Country Ski Shop 50th anniversary
Northbound Outfitters / Cross Country Ski Shop will be having party immediately after the Cote Dame Marie Loppet, with special star, Dick Fultz! The shop turns 50 and Dick will be receiving a special plaque on behalf of the shop in celebration of the wonderful shop.
By Heather Compton
Jan 16, 2026
Wax recommendations: Cote, Nub's, Flying Squirrel races!
Toko and Rex wax recommendations for Saturday's Cote Dame Marie, and Sunday's Nub's Nob Classic 5k & 12k and CCSC Flying Squirrel Nordic races.
By Mike Muha
Jan 15, 2026
Haberkorn, Smith, Davis, and Davis lead 2026 Michigan Cup
We are five races into the 2025-2026 Michigan Cup season - one junior race and four senior races - and Ken Dawson has released the individual standings to date.
By Mike Muha
Jan 14, 2026
UPDATED! Help let Detroit students experience cross country skiing
NEW DATES! Last year, Team NordicSkiRacer volunteers assisted students from the Detroit Public Schools with learning how to cross country ski. We're looking for volunteers for this year!
By Mike Muha
Jan 14, 2026
FLASH RACE to support Reid Goble on Jan 24
Join us for an informal race around the Trapper’s Cabin Loop and help support Reid Goble, Michigan’s U.S. SuperTour Series and International cross-country ski racer!
By Cross Country Ski Headquarters
Jan 14, 2026
Swix has new World Cup series of racing glide wax
The Swix World Cup series has been built on the principle that you’ll always find the right wax if you follow three steps: first, identify the snow type, then check the humidity, and finally, the temperature.
By Swix
Jan 14, 2026
Contest ends Jan 15 - Win Toko Jet Liquid Blue, Red, and Yellow!
Toko Giveaway Contest finishes at the end of Thursday, Jan 15! Get your free entry in for a chance to win one each of Toko Jet Liquid Blue, Red, and Yellow, a $405 value!
By Mike Muha and Ian Harvey
Jan 13, 2026
Cote Dame Marie Ski Loppet – New Course, Big Giveaways
We are excited to welcome you back to Hanson Hills for the Cote Dame Marie Ski Loppet on Saturday, January 17th! Trail conditions are looking great, and we can’t wait to host another memorable race day with all of you.
By Justin Andre
Jan 13, 2026
