News, tips, and guides for the Nordic Ski Racer

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Lakes of the North Freestyle cancelled

Unfortunately the Dec. 12th Lakes of the North Freestyle race has been cancelled. Not knowing if the health order would be extended after Dec 8th and the need to purchase materials prior to that date are the main decision drivers.

By Mike Muha
Nov 30, 2020

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Headquarters goes eco with EV chargers, LED lights, carbon offsets

Owners of EV's have the option to charge up while they go for a ski, eat lunch, or demo skis! We also installed solar-powered LED lights on the Trapper's Cabin trail.

By XCHQ
Nov 24, 2020

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FIS recommendations on cleaning out that fluoro!

We realize that the FIS fluorine ban has been postponed for a year, but there are many who will be entering a fluorine free racing year that will want to consider taking these steps.

By Ian Harvey
Nov 23, 2020

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Noquemanon Ski Marathon to spread over three days

Both the Full Noque and the Half Noque races will be run across three day, January 22-24, 2021.

By Mike Muha
Nov 23, 2020

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New Toko Glove models for this winter...and color options!

Toko has two new cold weather glove models this year. Think about those cold years for the White Pine Stampede and North American Vasa...

By Ian Harvey
Nov 20, 2020

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Hiawatha Highlands provides COVID-19 guidance

As one of the first "local" trail systems to open, its maybe useful to look at some of the COVID preparations Hiawatha has put in place for the season.

By Mike Muha
Nov 20, 2020

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Toko waxing and tuning kits on sales

All hot waxing kits come with a high quality Cordura bag that can serve as a wax kit for years. Take advantage of these deals!

By Ian Harvey
Nov 18, 2020

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10km NordicSkiRacer Time Trial gets skiers ready for the race season

We couldn't have asked for better weather. Although it was below freezing, the bright sun and no wind made it feel much warmer.

By Mike Muha
Nov 15, 2020

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2020-21 Davis U.S. Cross Country Ski Team announced

U.S. Ski & Snowboard has announced the 23 athletes of the Davis U.S. Cross Country Ski Team for the 2020-21 season who will kick off competition with the traditional World Cup season opener in Ruka, Finland, Nov. 27-29.

By U.S. Ski & Snowboard
Nov 10, 2020

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NordicSkiRacer 10km Rollerski Invitational on Saturday, Nov 14

It's only four weeks until the first Michigan Cup race of the season - how are you feeling about your training? Test it out at the NordicSkiRacer 10km Rollerski Time Trail at Kensington Metropark.

By Mike Muha
Nov 8, 2020

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Visma Ski Classics delays season start because of COVID-19

With increasing cases of Covid-19 infections in Italy and most European countries during the last couple of weeks, Visma Ski Classics has decided to postpone the start of Season XI. The start is now planned to mid-January.

By Visma Ski Classics
Nov 6, 2020

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Flourine is allowed...or not...at US FIS sanctioned races

At least three FIS venues are rejecting FIS guidelines that allow flourine wax and saying they are

By Ian Harvey
Nov 5, 2020

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