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Swix Sport USA names new President

10/31/2008 - By Ulf Bjerknes

Steven Poulin has been named the new president and CEO of the Swix Sport USA. This change signifies a new focus in Swix Sport Inc.

Salomon's Warm and Cold Ski Bases and Skis
Salomon's Warm and Cold Ski Bases and Skis

Salomon's Warm and Cold Ski Bases and Skis

10/28/2008 - By Salomon

Salomon Warm and Cold Skis, both skate and classic, have bases and ski molds designed for the characteristics of warm and cold snow.

Nordic Ultratune’s pre-Thanksgiving grind schedule
Nordic Ultratune’s pre-Thanksgiving grind schedule

Nordic Ultratune’s pre-Thanksgiving grind schedule

10/21/2008 - By Mark Waechter

At Ultratune, a grind batch starts every Thursday and those skis are ready for shipping on the following Monday, just 4 days later. Return shipping is FedEx Express Saver, which is 3rd day deliver.

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WADA delivers Beijing Olympic anti-doping report

10/21/2008 - By WADA

WADA reports no departures from the IOC-Anti-Doping Rules (IOC-ADR), Technical Procedures or International Standards were observed that would invalidate the doping control results reported from the tests at the Olympic Games in Beijing.

Salomon heal-toe camber for classic ski

10/17/2008 - By Salomon

Salomon claims their heal toe camber provides great glide and kick. "You no longer need be a World Cup athlete or Birkie Champion to enjoy each classical day."

Atomic dials-in boot fit with widths, BOA technology
Atomic dials-in boot fit with widths, BOA technology

Atomic dials-in boot fit with widths, BOA technology

10/9/2008 - By Mike Muha

Atomic will offer its top-of-the-line skate and classic boots in both narrower and wider widths, and use BOA technology to dial-in fit in their just-below racing boot model.

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WADA to publish new banned substance list
WADA to publish new banned substance list

WADA to publish new banned substance list

9/29/2008 - By FIS

The WADA Executive Committee approved the List of Prohibited Substances and Methods for 2009. This new List will be published online by 1st October, 2008, and will go into effect on 1st January, 2009.

Maplus named official rollerski provider for US Ski Team

9/24/2008 - By US Ski Team

The U.S. Ski Team has named Italian company Maplus as an official supplier of roller skis. Maplus will provide roller skis and related components to the cross country and nordic combined teams.

Fast and Female needs Director
Fast and Female needs Director

Fast and Female needs Director

9/17/2008 - By Chandra Crawford

Olympic Gold Medalist Chandra Crawford is looking for a seriously motivated, confident, skilled and outgoing person to lead the Fast and Female organization while she focuses on training for the 2010 Olympics.

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Building the Dufour Tri-Bike
Building the Dufour Tri-Bike

Building the Dufour Tri-Bike

9/10/2008 - By Yvon Dufour

My idea for making a bike frame originated while I was experimenting with carbon fiber rollerski prototypes. I decided to shelve the rollerskis so that I could make a bike frame in time for the triathlon season.

Quiksilver, Inc. Receives Binding Offer for Rossignol
Quiksilver, Inc. Receives Binding Offer for Rossignol

Quiksilver, Inc. Receives Binding Offer for Rossignol

9/5/2008 - By Quicksilver

Quicksilver will sell Rossi to Chartreuse & Mont Blanc in order to repay debt and focus on core apparal and footwear brands.

WebSkis offers special rollerski packages
WebSkis offers special rollerski packages

WebSkis offers special rollerski packages

8/28/2008 - By WebSkis.com

At the height of the roller ski season, Webskis.com is offering a special discounted Pro-Ski rollerski packages with boots and bindings for a very limited time.

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UPCOMING NON-RACE EVENTS

THU, JAN 1, 2026

NEW YEARS DAY

SAT, JAN 3, 2026

Winter Wolf Skiathlon
Hanson Hills Recreation Area, 7601 Old Lake Rd, Grayling, Michigan 49738 (989-348-9266)

Skate and Classic Ski Clinics with Jordyn Ross
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

SUN, JAN 4, 2026

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

Skate and Classic Ski Clinics with Jordyn Ross
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

US Cross-Country National Championships - 10 km Interval Start Classic
Mt Van Hoevenberg, 31 Van Hoevenberg Way, Lake Placid, NY 12946

Eric McDonald Live (2:30-4:30)
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

MON, JAN 5, 2026

Discover Michigan Cross Country Skiing Program
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

TUE, JAN 6, 2026

US Cross-Country National Championships - Individual Sprint Freestyle
Mt Van Hoevenberg, 31 Van Hoevenberg Way, Lake Placid, NY 12946

THU, JAN 8, 2026

US Cross-Country National Championships - Mass Start Freestyle
Mt Van Hoevenberg, 31 Van Hoevenberg Way, Lake Placid, NY 12946

FRI, JAN 9, 2026

US Cross-Country National Championships - Individual Sprint Classic
Mt Van Hoevenberg, 31 Van Hoevenberg Way, Lake Placid, NY 12946

SAT, JAN 10, 2026

Vasa Raptor Rush Classic
Hickory Hills Ski Area, 2000 Randolph St, Traverse City, MI 49684

Bob’s Bean Bomb at the Stone Turtle Cafe
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

SISU Ski Fest
ABR Trails, E5299 West Pioneer Road, Ironwood, MI 49938

“Pure Michigan” Winter Trails Day with the Great Lakes Winter Trails Council
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

Frosty Fest! Frosty Freestyle 5K/15K
Huron Meadows Metropark, 8765 Hammel Rd, Brighton, MI 48116

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

SUN, JAN 11, 2026

Bob’s Bean Bomb at the Stone Turtle Cafe
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

Frosty Fest! Krazy Klassic 7K/12K
Huron Meadows Metropark, 8765 Hammel Rd, Brighton, MI 48116

Golden Years Ski School!
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

MON, JAN 12, 2026

Silver Streak Week (Jan 12-16)
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

TUE, JAN 13, 2026

Silver Streak Week (Jan 12-16)
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

WED, JAN 14, 2026

Silver Streak Week (Jan 12-16)
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

Kids Learn to Ski Program
Huron Meadows Metropark, 8765 Hammel Rd, Brighton, MI 48116

THU, JAN 15, 2026

Silver Streak Week (Jan 12-16)
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

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