Former Michigan Cup racer and current member of the Bridger Ski Foundation Pro Team Reid Goble has had a great couple weeks. First, he won the Minneapolis SuperTour race. Then he won a gold medal serving as a guide in the Paralympics. Finally, he's been chosen to race in the Men's 10km interval start classic race (3/20) at the FIS World Cup Finals in Lake Placid NY. Way to go Reid!
October skiing on the Dachstein Glacier
10/22/2008 - By Rick Halling
If there is a true opening day for the Nordic season, it is the first Monday in October. It is on that day every year that over a thousand Nordic athletes, coaches and trainers descend on Ramsau, Austria to begin their training on the Dachstein Glacier.
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.
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.
FIS optimistic about 2009 Liberec World Championships
10/21/2008 - By FIS
The final inspection updates provided specifically demonstrated the lessons learned from the test events held last season and the changes and improvements that have been implemented as a result.
Plan your Thanksgiving week in West Yellowstone
10/20/2008 - By Sara Hoovler
The Yellowstone Ski Festival has released the schedule of events for November 24th through the 28th. Ski clinics, waxing clinics, yoga, pilates, biathlon, SuperTour, ski show, kids programs - something for everyone.
NTN and Superiorland share admin
10/20/2008 - By Noquemanon Trail Network
Nikki Dewald will be starting at the administrator position today, and will be shared with the Superiorland Ski Club.
Norway covets most medals at World Championships
10/20/2008 - By FIS
Last week the FIS Cross-Country News had the possibility to speak with the Cross-Country Chief of the Norwegian Ski Association and former athlete, Age Skinstad, about his team and the upcoming season.
CXC Elite Team trains at Lake Placid
10/18/2008 - By Kristina Owen and Heather Zimmerman
The CXC Elite Team recently completed a two week monthly camp in Lake Placid, NY at the Olympic Training Center. "The only problem with the weather was that is was cool enough that none of the boys took off their shirts."
Placid Wrap
10/17/2008 - By Andy Newell, Lindsay Williams, Garrott Kuzzy
The Olympic Training center in Lake Placid smells like crap. Seriously, it does. But that’s a good thing, because it means the Nordies are in town for the annual intensity training camp.
Q&A: Andy Newell
10/17/2008 - By US Ski Team
Andy's life reflects that of an athlete completely dedicated to all things cross country. But, as he'll say often, a life spent devoted to cross country skiing isn't what some people think it is - it's fun.
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."
Lindsey Weir Dehlin to lead ski clinic, Oct 24-25
10/16/2008 - By North American Vasa
Olympian Lindsey Weir Dehlin will lead a Nordic Ski Clinic on October 24-25 in Traverse City, MI. There are three sessions geared to different levels of experience.
UPCOMING
FRI, MAR 27, 2026
2026 US Ski & Snowboard SuperTour Finals - 1.5km classic sprint
Craftsbury Outdoor Center, 535 Lost Nation Road, Craftsbury Common, VT
SAT, MAR 28, 2026
2026 US Ski & Snowboard SuperTour Finals - 4 x 5km mixed gender club relay
Craftsbury Outdoor Center, 535 Lost Nation Road, Craftsbury Common, VT
Team NSR End-of-Season and Groomer Appreciation Party!
Huron Meadows Metropark Ski Center, 8765 Hammel Rd, Brighton, MI 48116
SUN, MAR 29, 2026
2026 US Ski & Snowboard SuperTour Finals - 40km freestyle mass start
Craftsbury Outdoor Center, 535 Lost Nation Road, Craftsbury Common, VT
TUE, MAR 31, 2026
Citizen’s Night Ski Race Series
Main MTU Trailhead, Michigan Tech Trails, Houghton, Michigan
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LATEST TRAIL CONDITIONS
THU, MAR 26
Hiawatha Highlands: Good Morning Everyone!! It's another calm morning, a bit foggy. The temperature was warm overnight, now sitting at -1 C.
There was no grooming with the warm overnight temps, the trails are still in good shape.
We hope everybody has a great day :)
WED, MAR 25
Nubs Nob: Absolutely great today . Nubs groomers are showing off their deep hard pack base with near daily grooming and fresh snow contributions. The Spring Sweat Spot seems consistent between 10 AM to 1:30 pm . Not to be missed !
Nubs Nob: Perfect late March conditions this AM on all the upper and lower loops. With the base being measured in feet, and persistent grooming, this Friday-Sunday AM should be some of the best conditions of the entire winter at Nubs!
Cross Country Ski Headquarters: Well, despite our best efforts, we are going to shut down the trail system for the season. Too many barespots and debris. We are closing the Cafe for the season as well. We will likely have a 'trail cleanup BBQ' sometime in early may, and rest assured, the trails will be glorious by next season.
We are incredibly grateful for the epic winter we had and all the wonderful skiing we got to do! Certainly a winter for the books. Thank you for skiing with us this year and bringing such good cheer to the skiing community. May the 'off-season' treat you well, and we look forward to skiing with you next year!
Hiawatha Highlands: Happy Middle of the Week Everyone!! It's currently a calm morning, with more snow in the forecast today. The temperature is currently -4 C.
The groomer was out last evening -- all systems were Piston Bully groomed for both classic and skate. With the cooler temps overnight, they may be a little icy to start the day.
Mabel Lake trail was groomed yesterday as of 1:30 p.m.
Have a great day, everyone!!
TUE, MAR 24
Hickory Hills: Excellent skiing at Hickory this morning. The Hills were completely groomed with the Pisten Bully. Good corduroy in the skate lane and deep classic tracks. The Meadows were groomed with the Tidd Tech behind a Gator. Upper Meadows had a nice skate lane, and deep classic tracks from yesterday's PB groom. East Meadows were groomed, but the Tidd Tech couldn't cut through the ski ruts and posthole footprints. Skiable, but not enjoyable. Stick to the Upper Meadows and Hills.
Hiawatha Highlands: Good Morning Skiers! It's currently a very snowy morning up here, with a temperature of -7 C.
There was no grooming overnight, they're going to let the snow fall before taking to the trails. We will post if any updates.
Have a fantastic day!! :)
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