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We are cross country ski racing enthusiasts. We race as much as we can all winter, and when we aren't racing ourselves, we are following the many other races around the country and the world. From weekly recaps of local events, to the big stage of the World Cup, we have it all! So whether you are a competitor, a parent, or just a ski fan, this is the place for race reports, schedules, results, and more. Use the links below to view articles in a specific sub-category, or scroll down to view all Racing articles.
World Cup
The cream of the crop. The best in the world compete all winter long on the World Cup. We follow them at every stop with article and results. We also post occasional reports from North America's best as they travel the globe.
Continental Cup
Continental Cups are one step below the World Cup. Each year the top ranked male and female skiers in each Continental Cup series qualify to race on the World Cup. The use Continental Cup series is the SuperTour. The Canadian series is the Nor-Am.
Tour de Ski
The Tour de Ski is one of the premier events on the World Cup calendar. Featuring a grueling 7 events in 10 days, the Tour is the ultimate cross-country skiing stage race.
Marathons
Ski Marathons represent a large portion of ski racing. A race of 50km or more is considered a marathon. Sometimes races as short as 30km fall into this category. Here you will find coverage of marathons ranging from the World Loppet series to small regional events.
Collegiate
Collegiate racing is significant part of the competitive cross-country ski world in the USA. Here you will find coverage of major college races and news from around the country.
US Nationals
US Nationals is the premier event of the season. The top skiers in the country battle for championship titles. Coverage of events and related news.
Juniors
The future of our sport! Junior racing can be a lot of fun, but it can also be exciting and competitive. Information for, by and about junior skiers, including coverage of major events like World Juniors and Junior Nationals.
Biathlon
Coverage of elite Biathlon racing and news - from the junior level to the World Cup.
Nordic Combined
Coverage of World Cup and Continental Cup Nordic Combined competitions.
Olympics
Every skier's dream. Cross country skiing on it's biggest stage.
US Ski Team
Information about the United States Ski Team.
Dryland
Reports from dryland races such as roller-skiing, hill climbs, mountain running and other off-season competitions.
Other
Anything that does not fall into one of the other racing categories.
Masters
The Masters category is devoted to those Nordic skiers who have figured out how to balance skiing with family and work. Here you will find coverage of major masters races and news from around the country.
Regional / Local
Coverage of smaller regional and local events.
Canadian National Ski Team
Ski Jumping
All Racing Articles
Aaron Gillmor on the way to 19th place in the junior men's 15 k individual race. Photo: Judy Geer.
Behind Wenzel’s Victory, Canadians Place Two More in Top 20 at World Junior Biathlon Championships
Feb 22, 2012 - By
 - Audrey Vaillancourt and Aaron Gillmor placed 15th and 19th in the junior individual races in Kontiolahti, Finland, while Casey Smith and Kelly Kjorlien paced the U.S. with finishes in the 30's.
Aaron Gillmor on the way to 19th place in the junior men's 15 k individual race. Photo: Judy Geer.
Behind Wenzel’s Victory, Canadians Place Two More in Top 20 at World Junior Biathlon Championships
Feb 22, 2012 - By
 - Audrey Vaillancourt and Aaron Gillmor placed 15th and 19th in the junior individual races in Kontiolahti, Finland, while Casey Smith and Kelly Kjorlien paced the U.S. with fi...
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Retivyk, Belov Deliver 1-2 Punch for Russia at U23s; Scott, Packer Lead North Americans In Top 30
Feb 21, 2012 - By
 - Gleb Retivyk (RUS) took home a decisive win in the skate sprint in Erzurum, skiing well ahead of his competitors through the straightaway. Compatriot Evgeniy Belov (RUS) took...
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Retivyk, Belov Deliver 1-2 Punch for Russia at U23s; Scott, Packer Lead North Americans In Top 30
Feb 21, 2012 - By
 - Gleb Retivyk (RUS) took home a decisive win in the skate sprint in Erzurum, skiing well ahead of his competitors through the straightaway. Compatriot Evgeniy Belov (RUS) took...
Canada's Kurtis Wenzel atop the podium at World Junior Championships in Kontiolahti, Finland. Photo: Richard Boruta.
After Year-Long Hiatus from Biathlon, Canada’s Wenzel Can Handle The Pressure, Picking Up Second World Junior Championship Title
Feb 21, 2012 - By
 - After winning a youth title at World Junior Championships in 2009, Canada's Kurtis Wenzel struggled under pressure and took a self-imposed break from biathlon. This year, he'...
Canada's Kurtis Wenzel atop the podium at World Junior Championships in Kontiolahti, Finland. Photo: Richard Boruta.
After Year-Long Hiatus from Biathlon, Canada’s Wenzel Can Handle The Pressure, Picking Up Second World Junior Championship Title
Feb 21, 2012 - By
 - After winning a youth title at World Junior Championships in 2009, Canada's Kurtis Wenzel struggled under pressure and took a self-imposed break from biathlon. This year, he'...
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Kolb Triumphant in U23 Sprint; Bjornsen Leads North American Women in Fourteenth
Feb 21, 2012 - By
 - Kolb, a regular on the World Cup circuit, was still ectatic about her first U23 title, which she called "really special." Sadie Bjornsen narrowly missed the semifinals for th...
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Kolb Triumphant in U23 Sprint; Bjornsen Leads North American Women in Fourteenth
Feb 21, 2012 - By
 - Kolb, a regular on the World Cup circuit, was still ectatic about her first U23 title, which she called "really special." Sadie Bjornsen narrowly missed the semifinals for th...
Anna Kubek leads two other racers through the stadium. Photo: Judy Geer.
Canada’s Julia Ransom Returns to Form with Career-Best Eighth in World Youth Championships Individual
Feb 21, 2012 - By
 - After a disappointing Championships in 2011, Ransom is making her last year as a youth count by notching her first top-ten finish. For the U.S., Anna Kubek placed 30th in her...
Anna Kubek leads two other racers through the stadium. Photo: Judy Geer.
Canada’s Julia Ransom Returns to Form with Career-Best Eighth in World Youth Championships Individual
Feb 21, 2012 - By
 - After a disappointing Championships in 2011, Ransom is making her last year as a youth count by notching her first top-ten finish. For the U.S., Anna Kubek placed 30th in her...
Stephen collapses at the finish while Ishida looks on, and Schevchenko recovers (Photo: Marcin Soto, World Cup Szklarska Poreba)
Stephen, Elliott in the Money in World Uphill
Feb 20, 2012 - By
 - For some people, back-to-back World Cup races is just not enough. Fortunately for  elite skiers looking for more fun, more pain, and potentially more cash, there was a perfe... 1 Comment
Stephen collapses at the finish while Ishida looks on, and Schevchenko recovers (Photo: Marcin Soto, World Cup Szklarska Poreba)
Stephen, Elliott in the Money in World Uphill
Feb 20, 2012 - By
 - For some people, back-to-back World Cup races is just not enough. Fortunately for  elite skiers looking for more fun, more pain, and potentially more cash, there was a perfe... 1 Comment
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Nilsson Charges Down Homestretch to Take Sprint Victory in Erzurum
Feb 20, 2012 - By
 - The experience of the Americans, who were led by Corey Stock in 41st, was maybe best summed up by Stephanie Kirk: "Whoa, this is not like racing in the U.S." 6 Comments
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Ustiugov Dominates For Skate Sprint Title at World Juniors
Feb 20, 2012 - By
 - Leading from qualifier to A-final finish, Sergey Ustiugov (RUS) claimed the top of the podium in the World Juniors sprint for the second year in a row. Norway took the next ... 1 Comment
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Ustiugov Dominates For Skate Sprint Title at World Juniors
Feb 20, 2012 - By
 - Leading from qualifier to A-final finish, Sergey Ustiugov (RUS) claimed the top of the podium in the World Juniors sprint for the second year in a row. Norway took the next ... 1 Comment
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Hart and Bernstein win EISA classic races
Feb 20, 2012 - By
 - Franz Bernstein (UVM) and  Annie Hart DAR) took home individual titles while Dartmouth swept both nordic and combined scores at the Williams Carnival in Craftsbury, VT.
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Hart and Bernstein win EISA classic races
Feb 20, 2012 - By
 - Franz Bernstein (UVM) and  Annie Hart DAR) took home individual titles while Dartmouth swept both nordic and combined scores at the Williams Carnival in Craftsbury, VT.
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Off Camber Episode 4: Scando Cup
Feb 20, 2012
 - Off Camber reports from the Scando Cup. Meet the skiers, hear from the coach, watch race footage, hear more from the coach.
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Bender Takes it to Naryshkina in SuperTour Skate Sprint
Feb 19, 2012 - By
 - Jennie Bender returned the favor and out-lunged her CXC teammate Natalia Naryshkina of Russia at the line in Sunday's 1 k freestyle sprint at the Madison SuperTour. Sara Hewi...
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Bender Takes it to Naryshkina in SuperTour Skate Sprint
Feb 19, 2012 - By
 - Jennie Bender returned the favor and out-lunged her CXC teammate Natalia Naryshkina of Russia at the line in Sunday's 1 k freestyle sprint at the Madison SuperTour. Sara Hewi...
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