News, tips, and guides for the Nordic Ski Racer

New Vasa Race Director

Bryce Dreeszen has been named Race Director for the 2007 North American Vasa.,

By North American Vasa
Nov 23, 2006

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SKITRAB Skis Marked for Klister and Hard Wax Conditions

SKITRAB classic skis will come with Polka Dot markings for both klister and hard wax kick zones,

By Joe Gollinger
Nov 23, 2006

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6 Inches New Snow at Yellowstone Ski Festival

The warm weather is gone today and my Thanksgiving prayers were answered when 6 inches of new snow fell this morning. ,

By Jamie Greene
Nov 23, 2006

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Selecting the Right Kick Wax

Ski far enough to give the wax a chance to become "conditioned" by the snow. Usually during the first hundred meters or so the wax might feel a bit slippery, which is normal.,

By Swix
Nov 22, 2006

Help Shape the Future of the Huron Clinton Metroparks

The Huron Clinton Metropolitan Authority wants you to attend one of a series of upcoming park planning activities. (Hmmm - snowmaking?),

By HCMA
Nov 22, 2006

Part Two: Structure & the use of the Swix T401 & T405 Imprint Tools

After classifying different structures, Kevin gives some practical guidelines when setting structure with hand held tools.,

By Kevin Sweeney
Nov 21, 2006

Swix Nordic Walking Poles

This is sort of an interesting review: what's a ski racer doing reviewing Nordic Walking Poles? I now understand the the term 'ski walking' can encompass more than walking.,

By Mike Muha and Julie Pritchard
Nov 21, 2006

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GRNST Trains at West Yellowstone

Here is a picture from yesterday of team GRNST at Yellowstone. More pictures later this week.,

By Curt Peterson
Nov 21, 2006

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The Fundamentals of Ski Trail Grooming

Eric Anderson has pulled together a wealth of knowledge and practical application to produce a great DVD on trail grooming. Geared mainly to touring centers, the DVD also provides a wealth of information that can be used by the home groomer.,

By Mike Muha
Nov 20, 2006

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Good Weather for Final Fall Duathlon

A slight rerouting of the running course increased the vertical to 330 feet. Snow damped the pavement, making it a bit slippery for rollerskis on the painted lines.,

By Mike Muha
Nov 20, 2006

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Gallivare Wrap Up

The first weekend of distance world cup races is over. I have mixed feelings. For one we didn't ski up to potential but for two we have not prepared to be at our potential this early.,

By Pete Vordenberg - TeamToday.org
Nov 19, 2006

Hitting the Road, and the Transition to Snow…

It is a tough time of year for training. The weather this time of year rarely cooperates with your training plan.,

By Pat Casey for TeamToday.org
Nov 18, 2006

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