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Year: 2012 ×

Liebsch and Potyondy win NorthShore Rollerski Marathon

Birkie champion Matt Liebsch rollerskied a blazing 2:44 per mile pace to win the 17th Annual NorthShore Rollerski Marathon in 1:11:28 this past Saturday. Local Michigan Cup skier Randy Bladel was 16th overall for the men, finishing in 2:01:01.

By Mike Muha
Sep 17, 2012

Liz Stephen crushes competition in Climb to the Castle

Liz Stephen handily won the 2012 Climb to the Castle by a commanding 5 minutes and 5 seconds over Jessie Diggins, 43:33 to 48:38.

By Mike Muha
Sep 16, 2012

More than 8,400 skiers registered for Birkie 2013

Keep an eye on these updates as the Birkie, Korte, and Prince Haakon events begin to approach the cap of 10,000. Right now a total of more than 8,400 skiers are registered. This means waves are starting to fill as well.

By Susan Kendrick
Sep 14, 2012

Salomon Equip 10 skate skis series

Andrew Gerlach reviews the different Salomon Equip 10 Skate Ski models: SG, Cold and Warm.

By Andrew Gerlach
Sep 12, 2012

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New Alpina ESK Pro boot raises forefoot

Kris Freeman shows off the features of his new Alpina ESK Pro skate boots, which angles the foot upward.

By Mike muha
Sep 11, 2012

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What is a "race stock" cross country ski?

Some companies will offer dealers skis with names like RACE STOCK, CUSTOM SKIS or HAND PICKED for an additional charge. Some dealers, not all, will charge extra for these specially designated skis. Exactly what are these skis with fancy names?

By Rick Halling
Sep 5, 2012

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North Shore Rollerski Marathon on Sept 15

Enjoy the country’s most scenic and exciting rollerski event along the beautiful North Shore of Lake Superior! The 26.2 mile marathon begins just south of Two Harbors and continues along Scenic Hwy 61, rolling through the I-35 tunnels, and finishing...

By North Shore Inline Marathon
Sep 5, 2012

Is your club on the list?

Contribute to CXC's searchable database of Learn-To-Ski Programs, Cross-Country Teaching Pros, Equipment Rental Locations, Ski Clubs and Nordic Youth Events. If you have not done so already, please fill out a brief online form to submit your listing.

By CXC Skiing
Sep 4, 2012

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Vasa Ski Club looking for volunteers to shovel snow

Vasa Ski Club hosts the 3rd Annual "first xc ski race of the season in America!". Course workers are needed to fill shifts for the 5 days up to the event.

By Eli Brown
Sep 4, 2012

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CXC Skiing Citizen Technique Camps - 3 New Locations

These camps are designed for citizen skiers of all ages and abilities, focuse on technique, bust bad habits, and build new skills. The camps are in Illinois, Wisconson, and Minnesota.

By Yuriy Gusev
Sep 3, 2012

Whiteface Climb to the Castle Rollerski Race Sept 15

Climb to the top of Whiteface, New York’s 5th highest peak for a 360-degree panoramic view of the Adirondacks, New England and Canada.

By NYSEF
Aug 31, 2012

US, Norweigian and Swedish skiers on Sognefjell glacier in Norway

For many years, top Norwegian and Swedish athletes have ventured north at the end of spring for extensive on snow training at the Sognefjell glacier in Norway. This spring, more US skiers have made the trip to Sognefjell than at anytime before.

By Rick Halling
Aug 30, 2012

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