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Concept2 introoduces SkiErg

Concept2, the leading manufacturer of racing oars and rowing machines, offers Nordic skiers a new way to train without snow: the Concept2 SkiErg.

By Meredith Haff
Jun 26, 2009

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Pro-Ski Rollerskis on sale

All $350 Pro-Ski rollerskis are now on sale for $250 - save 28%

By WebSkis
Jun 25, 2009

Pro-Ski S5e Skate Rollerski

The S5e is the latest iteration of Pro-Ski's 100mm diameter-wheeled skate rollerski. Many of you have read my very positive review and year later follow-up of the Pro-Ski S3, so getting a chance to compare them to the newer model was a treat.

By Mike Muha
Jun 24, 2009

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US Ski Team Partners with Little Hotties, Yaktrax

Little Hotties and Yaktrax are necessary winter accessories that return the focus to the sport and not the cold environment. We are proud to do our part in helping them bring home the gold.

By US Ski Team
Jun 24, 2009

Pro-Ski C2 Classic Rollerski

I like the Pro-Ski C2 Classic Rollerski: pretty smooth over the bumps, good rain fenders, fairly stable, and excellent wheel durability. They could be a little lighter, but they'll do.

By Mike Muha
Jun 23, 2009

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Pro-Ski S2 Skating Rollerski: Zoom-Zoom!

If you have smooth pavement, like to go fast, or struggle with your V2 and V2-alternate, this is the ski for you! The durable polyurethane wheels should keep to long term cost of ownership to a minimum.

By Mike Muha
Jun 22, 2009

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Rossignol hires Tim Petrick as Global VP Sales and Marketing

Of his immediate plans, Petrick says, “We will set out to immediately clarify the strategies and positioning of this incredible portfolio of brands."

By Rossignol Group
Jun 21, 2009

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Glide Wax Utility for iPhone

Hey, check out this new iPhone utility! The Nordic Glide Wax utility for iPhone and iPod Touch, provides glide wax recommendations (Swix, Toko, and Solda) based on temperature, snow type, and humidity.

By Mark Waechter
Jun 18, 2009

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Fashion Diva Becca Rorabaugh

This is my impromptu photo-shoot (gallery and slide-show) for the World Juniors/U23 team contest. The point is to wear your team spandex and take a picture, the more inventive, public, and awkward, the better.

By Becca Rorabaugh
Jun 12, 2009

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New ski base grinder for Nordic Ultratune

A decision has been made. A new grinding machine will be coming to Nordic Ultratune. The choice was pretty carefully considered, and the Technolami Mantec Skinumericontrol 140 CNC has been selected.

By Mark Waechter
Jun 10, 2009

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European Shopping Trip

I'm shopping for a new grinder in Italy & Austria. Our first appointment was with Mantec in Sarmato (near Milano); a drive of about 300 km...

By Mark Waechter
May 19, 2009

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Summer Storage Ski Base Preparation

Still haven't prepped your skis for the summer? Swix's Kevin Sweeney tells how....

By Kevin Sweeney
Apr 29, 2009