Making the Grade: A, B, and D Teams. What’s the Difference?

Every fall the U.S. cross-country ski team announces its new roster. But there are teams within the team which makes it a little complicated to figure out exactly who belongs where. With designations of A, B, and D teams. The method for how members are selected to these teams is well documented, and it’s all contained in a public document on the U.S. team’s website. But as you’ll see, that process is going to change...

2025 World Championships in Trondheim, Norway

  This February and March, the attention of Nordic ski world will be on the 2025 World Championships in Trondheim, Norway! The World Championships only happen every two years and, besides the Olympics, it’s the most prestigious event for World Cup skiers. And did I mention it’s in Norway? Lumi Experiences has lodging and grandstand tickets reserved for this unique Nordic event. The trip deadline is approaching fast: receive a $300 / person booking discount...

2024 West Yellowstone Ski Festival & Clinics

Hello XC Skiers! Join us for the 2024 West Yellowstone Ski Festival and Clinics. Fall season is around the corner which means the West Yellowstone Ski Festival and Clinics will be here before you know it. This year’s festival takes place November 26th – November 30th, 2024 with clinics starting on Tuesday November 26th. Check out schedule details here. West Yellowstone Ski Festival and Clinics are excited and proud to announce that Todd Eastman had joined Jack...

Four of My Favorite Quick and Nutritious Meals 

  Grain bowl Green Curry Flatbread with chickpea tomato pistachio – NYT  Stir fry    Food can be fun, tasty, nutritious and easy to make! I love to cook elaborate meals when I have time, but often the simple and quick recipes end up being my favorite. Whether it is a recovery day or a 5 hour training day, eating a well-balanced meal is important for staying strong, healthy, and happy! When I can, I...

Laukli’s Summer of Ups and Downs Ends With a Surprise. Part II

In Part I of our interview with Sophia Laukli, FasterSkier caught up with her before she had returned to the Golden Trail Series Tour, and discussed the ups and downs of the difficult summer she had. We’ll continue our discussion with Laukli about the upcoming race season but first, we need to bring readers up to date with how she fared in the Golden Trail Series finals, and how she is feeling after her summer...

Laukli’s Summer of Ups and Downs Ends With a Surprise. Part I

Last year was a breakout season for Sophia Laukli. She reached the top of the podium in a World Cup race and had a solid skiing season. In her non-skiing job, she also won the Golden Trail Series championship, being crowned the best international trail runner, all while making it look fairly easy. She dominated the race circuit and gave the best professional trail runners fits as she casually strolled to the race starts fresh...

How Can You Showcase the Power and Emotion of Adaptive Skiing Through Photography?

Adaptive skiing empowers athletes with disabilities to conquer the slopes using specialized equipment and techniques. To truly capture its essence, it’s important to understand the sport’s nuances, unique gear, and emotional depth. By concentrating on capturing dynamic shots and telling compelling stories, photographers can effectively bring these athletes’ inspiring journeys to life through imagery. Highlighting Adaptive Skiing Techniques in Photography First and foremost, understanding the specific techniques adaptive skiers use, such as sit-skiing or mono-skiing,...

5 Activation Exercises To Get You Ready for Any Workout 

  From a young age, my track coach insisted that we did a thorough dynamic warm-up before starting any training session to activate the right muscles and avoid injury. I have my track coach to thank for teaching me this at a young age. Especially as I get older, my daily activation exercises are crucial in keeping injuries at bay and getting my body warmed up before the “warm up”. For me, the challenge is...

The Nordic World Ski Championships: What to Expect

Winter sports enthusiasts are gearing up for one of the most anticipated events of 2025: the Nordic World Ski Championships, held from February 26 to March 9 in Trondheim, Norway. This year’s edition isn’t just about athletic excellence—it’s a celebration of progress. For the first time, the championships will offer equal prize money for both men and women, a bold step forward in gender equality that has resonated throughout the skiing community. Athletes are not...

FIS Cross-Country World Cup 2024–25: Latest Insights and Early Winner Odds

The International Ski Federation (FIS) Cross-Country World Cup 2024–25 Season is expected to get underway on November 29, 2024, and will run right up until March 23, 2025.  It’s the highest level of men’s and women’s international cross-country skiing competitions and one of the most popular winter sports to bet on.  If you are looking for a reputable site known for having competitive odds, the iGaming industry’s most trusted website for winter sports betting online...

Why Cross Country Skiing Is Good For Your Health

We all have two choices in life when it comes to staying active and healthy. Lethargic winter, curling up in bed, and the sleep-eat-repeat mantra is undoubtedly unhealthy. Cross-country skiing is famous among fitness freaks and students aiming to stay healthy. For those looking to combine fitness with employment opportunities, platforms like Jooble offer options such as h2b winter jobs, perfect for staying active during the cold months. Keep reading for some great benefits of...

Are You Ready to Watch Racing This Winter?

It’s hard to believe, but the first World Cup cross-country race is just around the corner. November 29th marks the cross-country racing season kickoff, in Ruka, Finland. For fans who want to watch the races, there are a couple of easy options. Once again, Ski and Snowboard Live will be the United States’ streaming service for viewing cross-country events held outside of the country, and this season, that means every race. Their coverage will include...

Is it Time to Throw Away Your Waxing Iron?

The last several years have seen tumultuous changes in the ski waxing world. After the fluoro ban went into effect, manufacturers have been scrambling to bridge the performance gap between now prohibited fluorinated wax and non-fluoros. But it’s not just wax manufacturers who have been busy trying to figure out how to build a better mousetrap now that the most powerful weapon ever developed in the waxing arsenal has been sidelined. Wax technicians have also...

Snow Mountain Ranch – Granby, CO – Seeks Nordic Center Staff

POSITION SUMMARY: As a Nordic Center Staff member you will be an integral member of the Nordic Center team which conducts the daily operations of Snow Mountain Ranch’s Nordic Center. Our award winning center offers over 100kms of groomed ski trails and provides guest a world class Nordic experience in the heart of the majestic Rocky Mountains. Duties include opening and closing the Center, fitting and recording ski rentals and sales of equipment, teaching beginner...

Bend’s Neve Gerard Embarks on Her Next Chapter

As a sixth grader growing up in Bend, Ore., Neve Gerard was paying attention when Kikkan Randall and Jessie Diggins won U.S. cross-country skiing’s first Olympic gold medal. She wasn’t a full-on skier back then—she was more into running and mountain biking—but she remembers thinking how cool it was. Nearly six years later, she found herself warming up on the same Olympic course where the duo won the team sprint in PyeongChang, South Korea. Gerard,...

Thinking Ahead to Winter? It’s Not Too Late for a Lumi Ski Trip

There is still limited space on several Lumi ski trips for the winter ahead! Beautiful skiing, delicious cuisine, cultural experiences and the support of local, expert trip leaders await you on a range of Lumi trips – from cheering trailside at European World Cup races like the Tour de Ski in Italy and World Champs in Norway to leisurely skiing with majestic mountain views and cozy trailside huts for lunch in Slovenia – there’s a...

Rosie Brennan, Grinding On, But Not Forever. Part II

This coverage is made possible through the generous support of Marty and Kathy Hall and A Hall Mark of Excellence Award. To learn more about A Hall Mark of Excellence Award, or to learn how you can support FasterSkier’s coverage, please contact info@fasterskier.com. In Part I of FasterSkier’s interview with Rosie Brennan, she discussed her illness during the second half of the season, her pride in being an all around skier, and the challenges and emotions...

A Selection of Perfect Resorts To Go Skiing at Christmas

Let’s face it, if we want to see more people taking up racing in the future and discovering the sport, then the world’s ski resorts need to remain attractive. Despite issues around affordability continuing to limit participation in the sport, there are some amazing resorts that are being frequented by people on a yearly basis, even at Christmas. In fact, skiing at Christmas is a popular option as people look to enjoy the festivities in...

Five Top Smartphone Games for Skiers to Play

Of course, immersing yourself in the great outdoors and watching an Olympic or skiing down a mountain is hard to beat, but sometimes unwinding with a relaxing entertainment option is in order. For many skiers, playing smartphone games is a great way of recuperating, with a number of skiing and snow-themed titles standing out right now. Easy to access and fun to play, smartphone gaming fits into so many people’s busy schedules. Unlike console and...

2024-25 Stifel U.S. Cross Country Ski Team Announced

Park City, Utah – U.S. Ski & Snowboard formally announced the 27 athletes who have accepted their nominations and have officially been named to the 2024-25 Stifel U.S. Cross Country Ski Team. Coming oD the most successful season in program history, the 2024-25 roster is filled with veteran talent and promising newcomers. The A Team welcomes back Olympic champion and 2023-24 overall Crystal Globe winner Jessie Diggins, two-time Olympian Rosie Brennan, World Championships bronze medalist...