News, tips, and guides for the Nordic Ski Racer

Snow Forecast for Veteran's Day

Snow forecast in inches: Grayling 4-8, Gaylord 4-6, Garland 5-10, Forbush 4-6, Traverse City 4-6, Higgins Lake 4-7. Could we be skiing?,

By Mike Muha
Nov 10, 2006

Update from the Very Far North

Kris Freeman and I arrived in Kiruna on the 8th. It is only -7c here so not too cold. It is clear and sunny - if you consider a sun that never rises more than a few feet over the horizon sunny.,

By Pete Vordenberg - TeamToday.org
Nov 10, 2006

Sunday Rollerski Technique Clinic may Relocate to Snow...

If there's snow and skiing up north this weekend, Sunday's technique clinic may be relocated to Forbush Corner.,

By Hugh Pritchard
Nov 10, 2006

Forbush May Open on Sunday

SNOW….up to 9 inches is predicted for tonight. We could have some decent shallow track early season skiing for Sunday.,

By Dave Forbush
Nov 10, 2006

15 Simple Ways To Improve Your Athletic Performance Right Now, Part 2

Part 1 discussed basic hydration, caloric intake, and the problem with simple sugars. In this article, the discussion continues with the topics of protein and electrolytes during training.,

By Steve Born
Nov 9, 2006

Lights at Forestville, Relay Races, Snow Sisters...

It’s really happening! The lights are almost completely installed at the Forestville trailhead along the sprint loop!,

By Susan Brian
Nov 9, 2006

Do You Want to Race in the Crystal Opener?

Anyone interested in racing the Crystal Opener next Saturday (Dec 16), please let Roger Putman know ASAP!,

By Roger Putman
Nov 8, 2006

Outside Lists Newell Among Top 100 for '06

Outside Magazine ranks US Ski Team Member Andy Newell at No. 55 on its 'The Year's Most Important People, Ideas, Trends, and Gear' list.,

By US Ski Team
Nov 8, 2006

Birkie Adds New Classic Ski Trail to 2007 Race

The new 9-kilometer trail is the start of a separate classic course that could be expanded upon in upcoming years.,

By Leslie Hamp
Nov 8, 2006

White Line Racing Still Around

I just wanted to give you an update on the White Line Racing Team. We are hoping to ski a couple races again in the Michigan Cup in 2007.,

By Herb Ashbeck
Nov 7, 2006

Car Accident Takes Steve Johnson

On Friday, Nov 3rd, Steve Johnson of Williamsburg, Mi and long time ski racer (not in recent years), was killed in a car accident near Kalkaska. ,

By Steve Westphal
Nov 7, 2006

Olympic Silver Medalists Comment on FIS Tour de Ski

My first thought about the Tour de Ski was negative. I was questioning our physical ability to handle it, and the logistics between the venues.,

By Tour de Ski
Nov 6, 2006

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