First, I make sure my skis have plenty of soft wax in the bases. I will iron in several layers of Base Prep Nordic (BP99), then scrape and brush.,

By Phil White SWIX Colorado Racing Service
Nov 4, 2006

The current proliferation of interval-heavy training plans seems to have originated with research and subsequent training recommendations by Jan Helgerud. In my opinion, there is a major flaw in this approach.,

By Zachary Caldwell
Nov 3, 2006

The Soo Finnish Nordic Ski Club is hosting a ski swap on Saturday, November 4 at Westminster Memorial Hall, 134 Brock Street from 10 am to 4 pm.,

By Soo Finish Ski Club
Nov 3, 2006

I will be leading a roller-ski group on Sundays 10-12am, starting Sunday 5th, at Kensington Metropark, aimed at anyone who wants to improve their skiing, from near-beginner to near-expert. We will work on agility, confidence and technique.,

By Hugh Pritchard
Nov 3, 2006

Starting this year, the Cross Country Ski Shop ski team will be co-sponsored by the Cross Country Ski Shop and Hanson Hills Recreation Area.,

By Cris Jones
Nov 2, 2006

Dad loved skiing with his friends and family and never let good (and sometimes questionable) snow go to waste. I am confident that he is presently V2'ing on some seriously fast trail thru heaven.,

By Andy Mendyk
Nov 2, 2006

Proper fueling of the body prior to, during, and after exercise requires personal experimentation to find the ideal fit for you, the individual athlete. there are some basic guidelines that will enable you to eliminate much of the guesswork.,

By Steve Born
Nov 1, 2006

The NMU team will be purchasing two 12 passenger vans and one cargo truck. Get business exposure while supporting the team with your logo on our vehicles.,

By Sten Fjeldheim
Nov 1, 2006

Lois Bahle has been a positive force in our area over the years by visioning trails that connect people to other communities, to nature, recreation, and transportation.,

By Missy Luyk
Nov 1, 2006

What are BD waxes and when do you use them? The following article adapted from a paper written by the two top Swix Chemists in Norway should help to answer some of those questions.,

By Lars Karlof and Leif Torgersen Axell
Oct 31, 2006

Mark dissects Kuzmin's thesis that unstructured and unwaxed skis are faster than structured and waxed skis, plus the usual articles on skiing and taking care of your bases!,

By Mark Waechter
Oct 31, 2006

Jake and Toby rated establishments based on their 2005 experience. The rating system is similar to the training zones we know and love. Level 1 is tolerable; 2 is OK; 3 is Good; 4 is excellent.,

By Toby Markowitz
Oct 30, 2006