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Fischer Skis Brings the Most Successful Cross Country Skis and Boots from 2010 Vancouver Games to 33 Demo Centers Nationwide
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Fischer Skis Brings the Most Successful Cross Country Skis and Boots from 2010 Vancouver Games to 33 Demo Centers Nationwide

FasterSkierNovember 1, 2010

Fischer Skis announced today it will host Carbonlite Demo Centers at 33 retail locations nationwide bringing skiers everywhere the opportunity to try and buy the most successful boots from the 2010 Vancouver Winter Games. Carbonlite Demo Centers will be available at participating retail shops daily during the 2010/2011 and 2011/2012 ski seasons. RCS Carbonlite skis and boots won more medals than any other brand in Vancouver in 2010. “We’re excited to create this once in...

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One Way Sport OY Acquires Nordic Trade, Inks Deal With Vasaloppet

FasterSkierOctober 27, 2010

The Finnish Nordic Sports company ONE WAY Sport OY, with headquarters in Helsinki, on Wednesday acquired the Swedish Sport distribution company NORDIC TRADE Development AB. NORDIC TRADE Development AB is one of the fastest growing distribution companies in Sweden with a strong brand and product portfolio besides the ONE WAY brand. The company has developed to one of the leading suppliers in nordic sports during the last years. The acquisition is part of the ONE...

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It’s Snowing at Silver Star
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It’s Snowing at Silver Star

FasterSkierOctober 26, 2010

We Are Skiing! The photo shown here was taken October 25, 2010. We are on track to open our Nordic trails Saturday, November 6. Only 10 days until the corduroy and tracks are set. xc camps.ca. With more and more people getting into Nordic skiing, we are riding the energy created by the Olympics and general fitness trend with all ages. We average six people in each group to keep the coaching quality as high...

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Swix US Announces Three New Appointments

FasterSkierOctober 26, 2010

The Winning Margin from Swix expands expertise, service and communication to comprehensively meet the needs of Nordic enthusiasts. Wilmington, MA – Swix US announced today the appointment of Chris Hall to the position of Swix US Nordic Racing Services Director.  To Swix US Hall brings World Cup waxing and service expertise that he will now share with Nordic racing enthusiasts nationwide. From 2000-2006 Chris was the US Ski Team’s Cross Country Head Service Technician.  During that time...

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Less Than 30 Days and Counting – HOORRAAHH!!!
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Less Than 30 Days and Counting – HOORRAAHH!!!

FasterSkierOctober 25, 2010

The first Worldcup of the new season is November 20th in Gallivare, Sweden.  It begins with the Women’s 10K Skate in the morning and the Men’s 15K Skate in the afternoon.  The next day is followed up with relays.  Sit in a room right now with a few coaches, athletes and industry folk and you can feel the anticipation.  The coaches and athletes are excited, but not tense.  The extensive hours spent on glaciers, in...

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BNS, Holmenkol and SkiGo at West Yellowstone Ski Festival 2010

FasterSkierOctober 22, 2010

bouldernordic.com or by calling 720.227.9400. Wax & Ski Service Clinics This year BNS will be at the on-snow demo area to answer questions and give advice on wax, equipment, stone grinding and any of your other skiing needs. Please look for the SkiGo/Holmenkol tent and stop by to see us. We will be at the tent 9-11am and 2-4pm Tuesday-Saturday. Additionally, BNS will offer clinics inside our tent at the outdoor demo area from 2:00-2:45...

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Kids Program at the Yellowstone Ski Festival
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Kids Program at the Yellowstone Ski Festival

FasterSkierOctober 20, 2010

www.outdoorscience.org The Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center is offering daily 30 minute hands-on activities during the Yellowstone Ski Festival. Conveniently scheduled just after lunch, the center provides a great opportunity to sneak in education during a ski vacation. The best part – the Wild Winter Program is all fun and games! www.yellowstoneskifestival.com.

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Canadian Thanksgiving, Masters World Cup and Reflective Vests: Silver Star Gets Ready for Snow

FasterSkierOctober 13, 2010

www.xccamps.ca Sparkling Hill Masters World Cup March 3-11, 2011 will make history at Silver Star and Sovereign Lake, with 1200 competitors from around the World going head to head on the trails. Many of the XC Camp coaches have competed in the Masters World Cup and you can gain insider tips by signing up for the specific Silver Star xc camp www.mwc2011.com Training Tip We are in prime Roller Skiing season and I would like to...

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How to Fit Atomic Race Skis
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How to Fit Atomic Race Skis

FasterSkierOctober 12, 20106

Rick Halling is the Nordic Director for Atomic USA Two things are going on when a ski shop measures the flex of a race ski for a customer.   One, they are looking at the stiffness of the ski and making sure it is the right flex for the weight and ability of that customer.  Two, the shop is making a final “quality control” inspection to make sure the customer is getting a ski of...

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2nd Annual Sun Valley Nordic Festival – Save the Date

FasterSkierOctober 11, 2010

The Second Annual Sun Valley Nordic Festival will take place January 29-February 6, 2011.  The festival features 9 days of activities, races, clinics and fun events along with a discounted, 9-day valley-wide Nordic trail pass, $13,000 prize money, discounts on demos/rentals, lodging and dining which showcase and celebrate Sun Valley’s well-deserved reputation as “Nordic Town USA”. Highlights of the festival include: Ski the Rails & Hailey Music Celebration– a family-friendly “ski at your own pace”...

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Skinny Skis Offers Free Shipping and Mounting on V2 Rollerskis

FasterSkierOctober 11, 2010

Fall has arrived in Jackson and the colors have changed!  It’s prime roller skiing season and these beautiful sunny days are the perfect training temperature for Nordic skiing while you are waiting for the weather to turn and the snow to fall. Check out skinnyskis.com now! For more tips on roller ski workouts this fall, visit us online and view our featured articles or subscribe to our mailing list to receive updated news and sale...

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Mt. Borah Launches Nordic Design Center, Focuses On Own Brand

FasterSkierSeptember 28, 2010

new online design center. Customers can now choose a base xc suit design of their choice, customize the colors, add text, upload logos and share their creation with others via several social media outlets or email. “Many of our Nordic clients are very busy and don’t necessarily have extra time to sit down and create a custom Nordic suit from scratch”, said Chris Jackson, company owner. “The new design center makes it incredibly fast and...

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Fall is in the Air at Silver Star Mountain Resort
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Fall is in the Air at Silver Star Mountain Resort

FasterSkierSeptember 20, 2010

www.xccamps.ca on the home page to get you in the winter mood. Sparkling Hill Masters World Cup: March 3-11, 2011 will make history at Silver Star and Sovereign Lake, with 1200 competitors from around the World going head to head on the trails. Many of the XC Camp coaches have competed in the Masters World Cup and you can gain insider tips by signing up for the specific Silver Star xc camp www.mwc2011.com Training Tip: Fall...

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First Tracks at the Yellowstone Ski Festival
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First Tracks at the Yellowstone Ski Festival

FasterSkierSeptember 16, 2010

November 23 – 27, 2010 Join thousands of skinny skis in West Yellowstone, Montana for a week-long celebration of cross-country skiing.  Olympic athletes to first timers descend on this small, mountain town to make their first tracks of the season over the Thanksgiving holiday on perfectly groomed corduroy.  With the fourth Thursday in November falling late in the month, another successful snow packed festival is anticipated. The Yellowstone Ski Festival presents a program as diverse...

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