News, tips, and guides for the Nordic Ski Racer

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Ross and Vanias win Winterstart, Michigan Cup opener

With tons of early season snow, the first Michigan Cup race of the season - the Lakes of the North Winterstart - started with everyone on their best skis.

By Mike Muha
Dec 24, 2016

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DNR to hold Blueberry Ridge Pathway trail grooming open house Dec. 29

This open house will provide the public an opportunity to see the grooming equipment used on the Blueberry Ridge trails, and to meet with the DNR workers who maintain the trails.

By DNR
Dec 22, 2016

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How to have fast skis ALL THE TIME and in EVERY CONDITION

In order to have fast skis in all conditions, the skis need to be the right flex and design for the conditions and they need to fit the skier such that the contact area matches the intent of the ski design.

By Ian Harvey
Dec 21, 2016

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Ross and Vanias top skiers in Forbush Corner Time Trial

UPDATED. Jordyn Ross and Alex Vanias were the top skiers at Sunday's Forbush Corner Time Trial. Ross beat Brenda Carlson and Ann Wagar for the honors. Vanias beat out Sam Holmes and Jay Woodbeck.

By Mike Muha
Dec 20, 2016

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Forbush Corner gets new Piston Bully

Here is the latest addition to the Forbush Corner family. An almost new PB 100. It was a tough decision and costly, but our old groomers were 30 years old and parts were getting harder and harder to come by.

By Forbush Corner
Dec 16, 2016

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Update on Lakes of the North Freestyle

There is lots of snow at Lakes of the North. The course has been groomed and more will take place. All 42 Michigan Cup Coaster Awards are ready to go along with the Leader Boards.

By Curt Peterson
Dec 15, 2016

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Heading to the JNQ races at Michigan Tech?

More than 3 feet of snow, 83% rule enforced, coaches meeting, glide wax limitations and more!

By CXC Skiing
Dec 15, 2016

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Wax Recommendations: Get those skis ready for the weekend races!

Wax recommendations for upcoming races: Lakes of the North WinterStart, Forbush Time Trial, and the Michigan Tech JNQ races.

By Mike Muha
Dec 15, 2016

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Opening season for the Michigan Cup this weekend

This weekend marks the start of the official Michigan Cup season. We have two races, both for full Michigan Cup point

By Curt Peterson
Dec 12, 2016

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Scandal rocks Michigan Cup Series

Investigative reporting by NordicSkiRacer.com has uncovered several scandals, sure to rock the Michigan Cup this season. Curiously, all teams are implicated except Team NordicSkiRacer. Read on for the latest news...

By Jay Woodbeck
Dec 4, 2016

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Weather in the Great Lakes presentation on Tuesday, Dec 6

Steve Considine, meteorologist with the National Weather Service in White Lake Township, will give a presentation on "Weather in the Great Lakes" and shed some light on snow forecast for this winter at the next Washtenaw Ski Touring Club meeting.

By Ron Sell
Dec 3, 2016

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VIDEO: Jessie Diggins wins Lillehammer 5K Freestyle

UPDATED! The USA's Jessica Diggins has recorded her second ever individual World Cup victory on stage two of the Lillehammer mini tour.

By USSA
Dec 3, 2016

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