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The NEW NordicSkiRacer: Mobile friendly!
The NEW NordicSkiRacer: Mobile friendly!

The NEW NordicSkiRacer: Mobile friendly!

10/31/2014 - By Mike Muha

Out with the old, in with the new: NordicSkiRacer.com gets a new look and become more mobile friendly!

Make your own rollerski fenders
Make your own rollerski fenders

Make your own rollerski fenders

10/19/2014 - By Randy Kessler

I love everything about my rollerskis except...water from the rear wheel during wet conditions comes onto the back of my leg and fills my boots up very quickly. Here's how I made my own rollerski fenders to keep the water out...

Borah Teamwear offers exclusive Birchleggings Club Nordic Apparel
Borah Teamwear offers exclusive Birchleggings Club Nordic Apparel

Borah Teamwear offers exclusive Birchleggings Club Nordic Apparel

10/15/2014 - By Ben Wizner

Borah Teamwear, a long-time supporter and recent sponsor of the American Birkebeiner, has collaborated with the renowned Birchleggings Club, providing an exclusive custom Nordic apparel collection available to the 1300 plus members.

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Road bike give away to support CXC Adaptive Program
Road bike give away to support CXC Adaptive Program

Road bike give away to support CXC Adaptive Program

10/7/2014 - By CXC Skiing

Kent Eriksen Cycles, HED Cycling and Sram are partnering to support CXC's Adaptive Program for children with physical disabilities and visual impairment by giving away a $8,500 dream bike to one lucky winner!

Andy Liebner needs YOUR vote for $150,000 grant
Andy Liebner needs YOUR vote for $150,000 grant

Andy Liebner needs YOUR vote for $150,000 grant

10/4/2014 - By Mike Muha

Andy Liebner and his United States Ski Pole Company is asking the Mission Main St. Grants program for $150,000 to fund expansion of the company. The process requires he get at least 250 votes on the grant's web site.

Don't wait for snowflakes!
Don't wait for snowflakes!

Don't wait for snowflakes!

9/15/2014 - By Ben Wizner

In lieu of the looming seasonal rush for custom Nordic apparel, Borah Teamwear would like to encourage everyone to get their Nordic order started early this fall.

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Borah Teamwear offers Individual-Custom race suits
Borah Teamwear offers Individual-Custom race suits

Borah Teamwear offers Individual-Custom race suits

9/1/2014 - By Ben Wizner

It’s time to say goodbye to order minimums for custom ski racing suits. Borah Teamwear is now offering their newest design platform, Individual-Custom, in hopes to provide high-quality custom ski suits to everyone.

Salice 807 Nordic Flip Sunglasses review
Salice 807 Nordic Flip Sunglasses review

Salice 807 Nordic Flip Sunglasses review

3/7/2014 - By Mike Muha

They arrived just before the White Pine Stampede. Even though you shouldn't try something new in a race, they were so cool looking that I had to wear them. Ha! I won the 20k Classic wearing them!

Base Saver protects base when ironing pure fluoro topcoats
Base Saver protects base when ironing pure fluoro topcoats

Base Saver protects base when ironing pure fluoro topcoats

2/4/2014 - By Fast Wax

One of the big mysteries in skiing has always been how to iron in the top coats without damaging your base? We're going to show you how using a new product called Base Saver.

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Headquarters wins Vote4theBest Award
Headquarters wins Vote4theBest Award

Headquarters wins Vote4theBest Award

12/14/2013 - By Mike Muha

The Cross Country Ski Headquarters was voted this year's winner for best Sports & Recreation Sporting Goods shop from Click on Detroit's Vote4theBest contest!

A tour of the Canadian Ski Team wax truck
A tour of the Canadian Ski Team wax truck

A tour of the Canadian Ski Team wax truck

12/14/2013 - By XC Canada

Team Canada wax technician Joel Jaques takes us on a tour of the team's new wax truck in Europe.

New Pro XC Race Suit designs, individually made-to-order
New Pro XC Race Suit designs, individually made-to-order

New Pro XC Race Suit designs, individually made-to-order

12/9/2013 - By Ben Wizner

Mt. Borah is excited to release FIVE new Pro XC Suit designs and matching XC Tassel Hats, available now, MTO (made-to-order) from mtborah.com.

More Equipment News...

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UPCOMING NON-RACE EVENTS

SUN, FEB 15, 2026

Loppet Junior Qualifier & SuperTour (JNQ) - Freestyle Individual Star
Theodore Wirth Park, Minneapolis, MN

Gourmet Mac ‘n Cheese Bar
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

50th Annual North American Vasa Classic
Timber Ridge Resort, 4050 E. Hammond Road, Traverse City, MI 49686

2026 Winter Olympics - Men's 4x7.5 km Relay
Tesero Cross-Country Skiing Stadium, Italy

MON, FEB 16, 2026

Gourmet Mac ‘n Cheese Bar
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

WED, FEB 18, 2026

American Birkebeiner, Kortelopet & Prince Haakon Open Track
Hayward, WI

2026 Winter Olympics - Team Sprint Women's/Men's Qual.+ Final
Tesero Cross-Country Skiing Stadium, Italy

FRI, FEB 20, 2026

Kortelopet 29K Race
Samuel C. Johnson Family Outdoor Center, 12205 County Hwy-B W, Hayward, WI 54843 (OO Trailhead)

Prince Haakon 15K
Phipps Road, north of Hayward, WI

SAT, FEB 21, 2026

American Birkebeiner 53k Classic Race / 50k Skate Race
Cable to Hayward, WI

2026 Winter Olympics - 50 km classic style women
Tesero Cross-Country Skiing Stadium, Italy

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

2026 Winter Olympics - 50 km classic style men
Tesero Cross-Country Skiing Stadium, Italy

Ribs and Blues Celebration!
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

SUN, FEB 22, 2026

33rd Annual Junior Muffin Race
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

TUE, FEB 24, 2026

CANCELLED: Detroit Public Schools kids learn to ski
Huron Meadows Metropark, 8765 Hammel Rd, Brighton, MI 48116

WED, FEB 25, 2026

CANCELLED: Detroit Public Schools kids learn to ski
Huron Meadows Metropark, 8765 Hammel Rd, Brighton, MI 48116

THU, FEB 26, 2026

CANCELLED: Detroit Public Schools kids learn to ski
Huron Meadows Metropark, 8765 Hammel Rd, Brighton, MI 48116

FRI, FEB 27, 2026

Michigan Middle School and High School Championships - Classic
Hickory Hills Ski Area, 2000 Randolph St, Traverse City, MI 49684

SAT, FEB 28, 2026

Michigan Middle School and High School Championships - Freestyle and Classic Pursuit
Hickory Hills Ski Area, 2000 Randolph St, Traverse City, MI 49684

Black Mountain 31K Classic
The Chateau at Black Mountain, 10621 Twin Lakes Road, Cheboygan, MI 49721

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

SUN, MAR 1, 2026

Michigan Middle School and High School Championships - Mixed Relay
Hickory Hills Ski Area, 2000 Randolph St, Traverse City, MI 49684

Black Mountain 12km Freestyle
The Chateau at Black Mountain, 10621 Twin Lakes Road, Cheboygan, MI 49721

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