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Add rollerski swing weights for a more ski-like rollerski
Add rollerski swing weights for a more ski-like rollerski

Add rollerski swing weights for a more ski-like rollerski

1/10/2017 - By Clayton Keim

Higher the swing weight the longer the rollerski feels. Build more leg strength on shorter workouts with a feeling similar to a snow ski with slush stuck to the top.

How to have fast skis ALL THE TIME and in EVERY CONDITION
How to have fast skis ALL THE TIME and in EVERY CONDITION

How to have fast skis ALL THE TIME and in EVERY CONDITION

12/21/2016 - By Ian Harvey

In order to have fast skis in all conditions, the skis need to be the right flex and design for the conditions and they need to fit the skier such that the contact area matches the intent of the ski design.

Toko introduces table and two ski vises for Nordic waxing
Toko introduces table and two ski vises for Nordic waxing

Toko introduces table and two ski vises for Nordic waxing

11/17/2016 - By Ian Harvey

Toko introduces an inexpensive workbench with good vise options: a XC Profile Set and a Ski Vise Nordic

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Why Toko Waxes?  How Toko is different
Why Toko Waxes?  How Toko is different

Why Toko Waxes? How Toko is different

11/9/2016 - By Ian Harvey

Innovation. Simplicity. No compromise / performance. Service.

Vasa Ski Swap this weekend
Vasa Ski Swap this weekend

Vasa Ski Swap this weekend

10/20/2016 - By Eric C. Jean

Gear up for the cross country ski season at the annual Vasa Ski Club "Nordic Ski Swap" Saturday October 22nd from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM at Brick Wheels in Traverse City.

REVIEW: Pursuit Fork Flex rollerski
REVIEW: Pursuit Fork Flex rollerski

REVIEW: Pursuit Fork Flex rollerski

7/14/2016 - By Mike Muha

The Pursuit Fork Flex skate rollerski is great for anyone skiing on pavement, and particularly for skiers forced to ski on sections of rougher pavement.

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How well did you wax for the Birkie?
How well did you wax for the Birkie?

How well did you wax for the Birkie?

2/23/2016 - By Toko

Three wax reports: How did things go during the 2016 Americna Birkebeiner under difficult wax conditions???

Birkie champ to race in 1972 throwback suit
Birkie champ to race in 1972 throwback suit

Birkie champ to race in 1972 throwback suit

2/17/2016 - By Ben Wizner

Cutting edge meets family heritage when Tad Elliott, seeks to honor his Father’s successful skiing career, while attempting to clinch his second American Birkebeiner title this weekend at the 2016 event.

The right way to apply a Toko Tribloc HF Blue and XCold Powder mix
The right way to apply a Toko Tribloc HF Blue and XCold Powder mix

The right way to apply a Toko Tribloc HF Blue and XCold Powder mix

2/2/2016 - By Ian Harvey

The XCold Powder makes your skis have better breakaway speed - they accelerate better in cold snow...but only if you apply it correctly!

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Borah Teamwear goes Solar!
Borah Teamwear goes Solar!

Borah Teamwear goes Solar!

12/12/2015 - By Borah Teamwear

Borah Teamwear has completed the installation of a 49 Kilowatt solar array, which will produce about 43 percent of the company’s annual electricity consumption. The system was installed on Borah’s existing south facing roofline and utilizes 160 solar pane

RollerskiShop ships new suspension rollerski
RollerskiShop ships new suspension rollerski

RollerskiShop ships new suspension rollerski

12/11/2015 - By Mike Muha

Clayton Keim of RollerskiShop.com & Pursuit Rollerskis has designed at proprietary Fork Flex™ rollerski fork that utilizes spring steel to create a smoother ride.

Hard Goods Review for 2016 – Have More Fun with the Right Equipment!
Hard Goods Review for 2016 – Have More Fun with the Right Equipment!

Hard Goods Review for 2016 – Have More Fun with the Right Equipment!

11/13/2015 - By Mariah Frye Colie

After extensive research, gathering feedback from customers, and lots of on-snow testing, here are some of our top picks for hard goods this season. And whether you’re a racer or a novice, it’s all aimed at enabling you to have MORE FUN on the snow!

More Equipment News...

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UPCOMING NON-RACE EVENTS

FRI, DEC 12, 2025

XC Ski HQ Ski Team Kick-Off Dinner!
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

SAT, DEC 13, 2025

NEW! Nordic Ski Junior Racers training session (Team NordicSkiRacer)
Huron Meadows Metropark, 8765 Hammel Rd, Brighton, MI 48116

Forbush Opener (Freestyle)
Forbush Corner, 4971 W County Road 612, Frederic, MI 49733 (989-889-2843)

Free Beginner Ski Lesson
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

SUN, DEC 14, 2025

CHANUKAH/HANUKKAH, Dec 14-22

SAT, DEC 20, 2025

Free Beginner Ski Lesson
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

SUN, DEC 21, 2025

FIRST DAY OF WINTER

XC Ski HQ Ski: George Frye Live
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

THU, DEC 25, 2025

CHRISTMAS

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