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Frosty Freestyle and Krazy Klassic: Damn the Torpedoes!
Frosty Freestyle and Krazy Klassic: Damn the Torpedoes!

Frosty Freestyle and Krazy Klassic: Damn the Torpedoes!

1/8/2026 4:07:00 AM - By Mike Muha

We fully expect the Buck's Run to survive the weather. The trail has a solid ice base and the cold ground is keeping it frozen. There are piles of man-made snow ready for action.

Forbush Corner presents Raffle Fundraiser for Reid Goble
Forbush Corner presents Raffle Fundraiser for Reid Goble

Forbush Corner presents Raffle Fundraiser for Reid Goble

1/5/2026 12:15:13 AM - By Forbush Corner

Forbush Corner Nordic is pleased to announce the start of the 2026 raffle and fundraiser to help support Reid Goble, a professional cross-country skier from northern Michigan. The top prize is a Trek Farley 5 Fat Bike!

Drew Moore and Eric O'Hearn alphas at Winter Wolf Skiathlon
Drew Moore and Eric O'Hearn alphas at Winter Wolf Skiathlon

Drew Moore and Eric O'Hearn alphas at Winter Wolf Skiathlon

1/4/2026 12:48:37 AM - By Mike Muha

Predators where aplenty at the Winter Wolf Skiathlon. Drew Moore and Erica O'Hearn easily clawed their way to the top.

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When should you adjust your binding position?
When should you adjust your binding position?

When should you adjust your binding position?

12/16/2025 2:00:00 AM - By Ian Harvey

Binding position on Nordic racing skis can be changed to improve stability, glide, or kick depending on how the skis are feeling. On any given day, binding position for both skate and classic has a whole lot to do with ski performance in terms of both speed and handling.

Jorden Wakeley and Kaitlyn Vanias win Forbush Opener
Jorden Wakeley and Kaitlyn Vanias win Forbush Opener

Jorden Wakeley and Kaitlyn Vanias win Forbush Opener

12/14/2025 12:23:04 AM - By Mike Muha

Forbush Corner kicked off the 2025-2026 Michigan Cup race season in high gear: Immaculate trails, firm but covered in packed new snow, a great course.

Wax recommendations for the Forbush Opener
Wax recommendations for the Forbush Opener

Wax recommendations for the Forbush Opener

12/11/2025 3:14:16 AM - By Mike Muha

Wax recommendations for the this weekend's Forbush Opener, the first Michigan Cup race of the season!

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Jessie Diggins announces her retirement after this season
Jessie Diggins announces her retirement after this season

Jessie Diggins announces her retirement after this season

11/20/2025 10:33:40 AM - By Leann Bentley, USSSB

Jessie Diggins, the most decorated US XC skier in history, formally announces her retirement from cross country ski racing following the end of the 2025-26 season.

North American Vasa celebrates 50th Anniversary in Traverse City
North American Vasa celebrates 50th Anniversary in Traverse City

North American Vasa celebrates 50th Anniversary in Traverse City

10/16/2025 - By North American Vasa

This year's festival will revive the 50-kilometer classic and freestyle races in honor of the event's 50-year history.

MI Cup Committee: Equal points for all
MI Cup Committee: Equal points for all

MI Cup Committee: Equal points for all

10/3/2025 3:41:00 PM - By Mike Muha

The Michigan Cup Committee made some big changes to scoring the Michigan Cup at this year's Committee Meeting, plus special options for Super Masters, and partial points for Vasa's 50th anniversary 50k marathon!

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Copper Country Ski Tigers seek new Head Coach
Copper Country Ski Tigers seek new Head Coach

Copper Country Ski Tigers seek new Head Coach

10/3/2025 3:33:34 PM - By Amy Hamlin

The Copper Country Ski Tigers are looking for a passionate, motivated HEAD COACH to lead our junior Nordic Ski program in Michigan’s snowy Upper Peninsula!

MI Cup Committee meets Sunday, Sep 28
MI Cup Committee meets Sunday, Sep 28

MI Cup Committee meets Sunday, Sep 28

9/12/2025 - By Ernie Brumbaugh

The Michigan Cup Committee annual meeting will review the upcoming season, including the tentative race schedule (attached).

UPDATED 3/25/2025: Cross Country Ski Headquarters wins 2025 Michigan Cup
UPDATED 3/25/2025: Cross Country Ski Headquarters wins 2025 Michigan Cup

UPDATED 3/25/2025: Cross Country Ski Headquarters wins 2025 Michigan Cup

3/25/2025 - By Mike Muha

UPDATED 3/25/2025: Age class winners! The Cross Country Ski Headquarters has won the overall Michigan Cup, finishing head and shoulders above second place Grand Rapids Nordic Ski Team. Team NordicSkiRacer takes third.

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UPCOMING RACES

SAT, JAN 31, 2026

Masters World Cup 2026 in Sappada/ITA - Middle Distance Races
Sappada - Forni Avoltri, Italy

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

SUN, FEB 1, 2026

Masters World Cup 2026 in Sappada/ITA - Short Distance Races
Sappada - Forni Avoltri, Italy

Meijer State Games - Hanson Hills Classic
Hanson Hills Recreation Area, 7601 Old Lake Rd, Grayling, Michigan 49738 (989-348-9266)

TUE, FEB 3, 2026

Masters World Cup 2026 in Sappada/ITA - Relay Races
Sappada - Forni Avoltri, Italy

WED, FEB 4, 2026

Masters World Cup 2026 in Sappada/ITA - Long Distance Races
Sappada - Forni Avoltri, Italy

THU, FEB 5, 2026

Masters World Cup 2026 in Sappada/ITA - Long Distance Races
Sappada - Forni Avoltri, Italy

SAT, FEB 7, 2026

White Pine Stampede
Mancelona High School, 9300 W Limits Rd; Mancelona MI 49659

Pre-Birkie 26K and 42K
Hayward, Wisconson

Valley Spur Classic 5/10k
Valley Spur, E8017 State Highway M-94, Munising, MI

Barnelopet
Maasto Hiihto, Hancock

2026 Winter Olympics - Women's 10 + 10 km Skiathlon
Tesero Cross-Country Skiing Stadium, Italy

SUN, FEB 8, 2026

Forbush Memorial Classic Race
Forbush Corner, 4971 W County Road 612, Frederic, MI 49733 (989-889-2843)

2026 Winter Olympics - Men's 10 + 10 km Skiathlon
Tesero Cross-Country Skiing Stadium, Italy

TUE, FEB 10, 2026

2026 Winter Olympics - Men's/Women's Sprint qual.+ final
Tesero Cross-Country Skiing Stadium, Italy

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