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!
Is There Hope?
1/12/2007 - By Mike Muha
Check out John Dee's snow forecast for the next few day and long-term snow forecast,
MI Cup Marathon and Hanson Hills Classic Cancelled
1/12/2007 - By Justin Andre
We are back down to grass and sand, thanks to 40 degree weather and light rain. ,
Fischer Carbonlite Field Test
1/12/2007 - By Karl Saidla
While the skiing conditions in Ottawa have made it difficult for very much testing of new equipment, at this point I can say that I have spent enough time skiing with the Carbonlites, both skate and classic versions, to provide a brief review.,
CXC Team Storms the US National Championship
1/12/2007 - By CXC Skiing
With ten top-ten finishes and a victory in the women's team sprint relay at the 2007 Senior Nationals in Houghton, MI last week, the CXC team proved that they are one of the strongest teams in the country.,
Skiers Geared up for Capital Square Sprints, 100M World Record Attempt
1/12/2007 - By Brian Gregg
The snow is piled high, 100,000 cubic feet to be more precise, ready to turn the streets white. Racers will be chasing for a share of the $130,000 Super Tour prize money and points. ,
Grabber Hand and Toe Warmers Sponsors VASA
1/12/2007 - By Vasa
Grabber is proud to support the North American Vasa Ski Race with hand and foot warmer to all volunteers. ,
Hakkinen Slips into Top 30 with Good Standing Shooting
1/12/2007 - By US Biathlon Association
Oberhof, Germany, January 7. Jay Hakkinen (Kasilof, AK), with only one standing penalty today, moved up from 32nd position before the final standing shooting stage to finish 29th in the Men’s 12.5K Pursuit competition.,
GLD Races to be Held at Valley Spur
1/11/2007 - By Nick Biac
I skied at Valley Spur today and the conditions were great. We are going to hold the races this weekend out there.,
Michigan Cup Marathon Go/No Go Decision to be Made Friday Morning
1/11/2007 - By Justin Andre
Michigan Cup Racers: Final Race Decisions for the Michigan Cup Marathon and Hanson Hills Classic will be made early Friday morning.,
Photos for Sunday's Technique Clinic and Time Trial
1/11/2007 - By Mike Muha
NordicSkiRacer Hugh Pritchard put on a great rollerski clinic, having participants practice many balance drills, drills to generate momentum, and a little specific strength. Then it was on to the time trial...,
Sprint Videos from the US Senior Championships
1/11/2007 - By Mike Muha
Seven great videos of the 2007 US Senior Championships sprint races in Houghton Michigan by Ben Beard on YouTube.,
Guide to the North American VASA
1/11/2007 - By Vasa Race
The Vasa Race has put together a nice presentation about the North American Vasa. View it online or download it to your PC.,
UPCOMING
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
SUN, MAR 29
Forbush Corner: We will be open at 9 tomorrow, shop closing at noon. We will leave the side gate on Roberts rd open for those wanting to ski. We will not be grooming due to the warmup and rain in the forecast for the week.
Watching the weather, and if conditions are favorable we will continue operations this coming Saturday and Sunday. So, if you want to ski this week, we ask that you leave a $10 trail fee in the slot in the wall near the east front entrance.
Nubs Nob: Excellent base depth and grooming. The snow was already pretty sticky by 11:00am with the warm temps and sun. Possible snow later this week means there is still a chance of nice ski conditions right up until closing day on April 5th. If you can hit the freeze-thaw just right it’s awesome out there.
SAT, MAR 28
Vasa Trail: The conditions were fast with control today. Get out there tomorrow before it the warming temps. the nipple and Jack Pine is not groomed, but was very skiable.
Vasa Trail:
Forbush Corner: Over 90 skiers came out today to enjoy beautiful weather and great spring skiing conditions. We are going to keep up the momentum by grooming east side trails with the Piston Bully and freshening up the west side skate deck with the Tidd Tech tomorrow leaving existing classic tracks alone. Open 9 to 5.
Stokely Creek: Big groomer went out this morning to get the trails in good shape for the day. The snow has been falling so there’s so light snow on the fresh tracks. Office is open till 4 today!
Hickory Hills: Best of the season skating conditions at Hickory Hills this morning. Both the hillside and meadow have been PistenBully groomed. Get there before it warms up. No classic tracks as I assume the deck is getting thin in some places, but coverage on the hillside is 100%.
FRI, MAR 27
Forbush Corner: We will be out grooming again tomorrow morning. Results have been springlike, fast solid skate deck early that softens with traffic and warming temperatures, and classic tracks that are fast early and variable in depth. Coverage is still 100%. Open at 9. Gates close at 5.
Forbush Corner: Great day of classic and skate skiing today. Classic tracks were shallow but still very skiable. Skate lane hard and fast. All east side trails and pines loop all groomed. Nice job groomers.
Thanks for a great day everyone at Forbush!!
Nubs Nob: If there is a Holy Grail for skate and classic Nordic Skiing , it is at Nubs Nob today !
Hiawatha Highlands: Happy Sunny Friday Morning!! It's a gorgeous morning up here....albeit a little more chilly, temp currently at -16 C. However, it's going to be a splendous day up here!
The groomer is currently on the trails -- the 2k Lighted was completed, Piston Bully groomed, for both classic and skate. He is currently on the 4k Pinder (no loops will be groomed today, still in good shape). The Crystal system will be done after that. We will update if the Red Pine system will be done.
Come on everybody, grab your gear, and take in this beautiful sunny day!!
Reminder: Come up tomorrow (Saturday) from 12-4 p.m. for our Customer Appreciation BBQ.....enjoy a hotdog (or two), and enjoy a lovely social afternoon :)
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