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Hakkinen 29th in Ruhpolding Sprint; Burke in Mass Start Field Despite Fall

Ruhpolding, Germany, January 13. Jay Hakkinen (Kasilof, AK), with 29th place in the Men’s 10K Sprint today, continued his climb back from a sub-par December with his third World Cup Point scoring effort in a row today. ,

By US Biathlon Team
Jan 15, 2007

Twelve Skiers Named to Compete in Nordic World Championshps in Sapporo

Ten Olympic skiers headline a group of a dozen cross country athletes named to compete next month in the Nordic World Championships in Sapporo, Japan, the U.S. Ski Team said today.,

By US Ski Team
Jan 15, 2007

US Men Sensational with 7th in Biathlon Relay!

Ruhpolding, Germany. Jeremy Teela (Anchorage, AK) crossed the finish line today in 7th place in the Men’s 4 X 7.5K Relay with a broad smile and a raised ski pole as the stadium announcer described the US finish as, 'sensational,' several times.,

By US Biathlon Association
Jan 14, 2007

Barnes Sisters’ Shooting Improves in Sprint

Ruhpolding, Germany, January 12. Lanny and Tracy Barnes (Durango, CO), each with just one penalty, finished 67th and 70th in the Women’s 7.5K Sprint today.,

By US Biathlon Team
Jan 14, 2007

US Women 16th in Relay at Ruhpolding Biathlon

Ruhpolding, Germany, January 10. The US Women finished 16th today, 9:55.1 back in the Women’s 4 X6K Relay won by the Russian team that is almost unbeatable this season, winning three of four relay competitions this season.,

By US Biathlon Association
Jan 13, 2007

Kuitunen and Angerer Crowned at First Tour de Ski

In case you missed it, Kuitunen's impressive victories and Angerer consistency allowed them to be crowned champions at the end of the Tour de Ski. Both now lead the World Cup.,

By FIS
Jan 13, 2007

Hochtl and Valaas dash to win Capitol Square Sprints 100 Meter

Kevin Hochtl of Rossignol posted the fastest time of the day of 12.04 seconds, but was unable to beat his own 100M World Record of 11.94, set at West Yellowstone in 2005.,

By Brian Gregg
Jan 13, 2007

Hakkinen Slips into Top 30 with Good Standing Shooting

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.,

By US Biathlon Association
Jan 12, 2007

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Grabber Hand and Toe Warmers Sponsors VASA

Grabber is proud to support the North American Vasa Ski Race with hand and foot warmer to all volunteers. ,

By Vasa
Jan 12, 2007

Skiers Geared up for Capital Square Sprints, 100M World Record Attempt

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. ,

By Brian Gregg
Jan 12, 2007

CXC Team Storms the US National Championship

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.,

By CXC Skiing
Jan 12, 2007

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Fischer Carbonlite Field Test

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.,

By Karl Saidla
Jan 12, 2007

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