Basic glide – $15 Wax of the day. Cleaning and waxing of the glide. Add $5 for classic ski binder. Race glide – $45 Base layers plus finish race HF wax of the day. Topcoat – $45 The good stuff. Fluoro finishing “expensive white powder” Race wax with top coat – $85 Base layer, race […]
Pioneer Midwest – Wax Clinic: 11/30 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Join Tommy Carlson and Pioneer Midwest staff for a Wax Clinic this Friday. Learn the ins and outs of kick wax, glide wax and how to best prepare your skis for the snow! We will be live-streaming the clinic for those who can’t make it. Tune in on our Facebook Page to watch. *** The […]
Seeking Full-Time Marketing & E-Commerce Coordinator
Job Posting: Marketing & E-Commerce Coordinator (full-time) (Press release) Pioneer Midwest is a full-service Nordic ski shop that also specializes in paddle sports. This position will coordinate and manage website content and sales, social media, Google ads, and email campaigns. Other responsibilities include occasional retail sales, customer service, and merchandise management. The work environment is informal, […]
Matt Liebsch Going Ski Picking
(Press release) Matt Liebsch is flying to Europe THIS weekend to start hand picking Nordic (classic and skate) skis. (Click here to get on his pick list.) Skis are all different, even within a pair there are differences since skis are made in single quantities, one at a time. The manufacturing process to produce a […]
Pioneer Midwest Ski Request
Having skis picked for you is essential to getting a fast pair of skis because this method is the best way to ensure the stiffness and camber characteristics of any given pair of skis will perform for you. We are committed to finding you the best ski to suit your needs. Please fill out the […]
Pioneer Midwest World Cup Wax Service for the Birkie
(Press release) American Birkie Race Wax Service Leave your waxing kit at home and forget about the nervous worrying over snow conditions. Let us prepare your skis for the American Birkie. We want to be your race ski technicians. All you need to do is drop your skis off and we will prepare them for […]
Swix Triac 2.5 Closeout Special!
Swix Triac 2.5 Pole: $299 at Pioneer Midwest The Swix Triac 2.5 Pole the 3rd version of the Triac pole. The shape is based on a circle and triangle blended together that increases stiffness. The finish is matte vs the glossy finish on its predecessor in the name of marginal weight gains. The TBS basket […]
Salomon / Atomic Ski Picking Recap
(Press release) Just a few weeks ago, I was fortunate enough to make a quick trip across the pond to pick skis at the Amer Sports ski factor. Salomon and Atomic both fall under the Amer Sports umbrella and their race skis are manufactured in Altenmarkt, Austria. Since flights into Salzburg were super expensive, we […]
Matt Liebsch is Going Ski Picking
Matt Liebsch is flying to Europe THIS weekend to start hand picking Nordic (classic and skate) skis. Skis are all different, even within a pair there are differences since skis are made in single quantities, one at a time. The manufacturing process to produce a ski is still variable and the materials can change. The […]
Hjul Roller Skis – Skate or Classic – $199 Including Bindings
New to the US market! The Hjul Skate and Classic Rollerskis are designed with a composite laminate shaft that provide excellent vibration dampening properties and a true snow-like feel. Lightweight aluminum forks have a slight drop shaft position for better stability. The wheels are a medium/slow speed that is perfect for simulating snow speed. Hjul […]
Let Pioneer Midwest Pick Your Fastest Skis Ever
We are committed to finding you the best ski to suit your needs. Please fill out the form to initiate a discussion about your ski needs. During the summer, Matt Liebsch will hand select the perfect pair of skis for you while traveling to various warehouses/factories around the country and world. Sending Matt a form […]
Pioneer Midwest Footwear 50% Off
(Press release) All Footwear 50% OFF – Salomon, Keen, Vasque, Chaco *In-store only, hurry, footwear is flying off the shelves for this sale HERE is our current inventory list Spring Stonegrind Special $49.95 includes hotbox HERE is current grind menu And don’t forget our Final Winter Clearance – up to 50% off all skis, boots, […]
Pioneer Midwest/Rex Birkie Race Wax Service
You have enough to worry about preparing for a ski marathon and we know how to make really fast skis so let us do the waxing for you while you prepare for your race. Service is available for skate and classic and for Korte and Birkie. We will be testing wax all week on the […]
Matt Liebsch Joins Pioneer Midwest
Matt Liebsch has joined Pioneer Midwest, located in Osseo, Minnesota. Liebsch, a graduate of Osseo High School, returns to the Nordic ski shop where he was first employed in 2002. “This is a homecoming for me,” said Liebsch. “I grew up attending Osseo schools and skiing for Osseo High School. Joining Adam at Pioneer Midwest is a tremendous opportunity. I know we can serve the needs of both high school racers and citizen skiers, from beginners to master skiers.”