What a day for America! Bode Miller won the Men’s Alpine Combined. What a great story the Olympics write. After Bode was no longer in the National team last year, he was allowed to return only on condition of coming into the team if he is completely at the service of the team and really part of the team. This he has done and has been rewarded now even with a complete set of medals....
One of the most exciting and anticipated cross country races in the Games just ended. The 30 km Men’s Pursuit race which involves 15 km in the classical technique followed by 15 km in the skating technique to see who is the most complete cross country skier racer. This is a mass start race with a running clock during the transition. With similar weather conditions to yesterday, the Swede Johan Olsson came out of the...
In the 15 km Pursuit Women’s Cross-country competition, Marit Björgen of Norway was able to repeat her Olympic victory in the sprint. She had received super material “under her feet” from her serviceman Perry Olsson. There is an interesting story. Perry is responsible not only Marit but also for the skis of superstar Petter Northug. After Marit had won bronze in the first race the Norwegian media expected a victory from Petter in the afternoon....
Yesterday everything went smoothly both in terms of the conditions for the racers as well as the weather. Those who followed the Olympics on TV, saw that we were treated to a radiantly beautiful winter day. The combination of the Alpine women’s competition was held under ideal conditions. Fortunately, the Rennläuferinnen were spared from bad falls this time. It is noteworthy to mention that Anja Persson, who had a bad fall yesterday on the descent,...
Wax Sales and Professional Race Wax Service in Cable Feb 24-27. BNS will be at the American Birkebeiner Feb 24-27th with a full service team providing wax sales and brand-neutral race waxing service. Treat yourself to a full race wax application by our pro service team so you can relax and focus on your race, or just drop by our temporary shop in Cable to find out what wax is running fastest and stock up...
The changeable weather stayed constant yesterday. Once the weather gods saw off the Men’s Downhill yesterday, it snowed half the night until about 10 clock this morning. Flakes the size of coins! The Mens Combined was postponed until tomorrow. The weather forecasters say that starting tomorrow there will be a period of sunshine. So tomorrow is looking good for Alpine ski racing fans. Today the Alpine track was completely soaked from top to bottom. It...
Finally, the weather today was Olympic worthy and provided fair competitions. The downhill course was presented in a top-prepared state and offered a level playing field for all skiers. It was important for all service people who prepare the skis to provide enough edge grip for the snow conditions, but at the same time not too aggressive. The service people of the racers had already started a week ago to condition the ski bases with...
Yesterday was a crazy day here. The weather once again played the leading role. Ladies Downhill training was supposed to have taken place this morning. Once again, it had to be canceled because of poor conditions. With the Biathlon Sprint competition of the men, everything seemed to point to a race with sunshine despite evidence of rain and snow squalls in the area on the radar. As Toko Nordic servicemen Jens and Björn conducted glide...
Today is the day of the opening of the Games. Starting tomorrow, the biggest sporting event in the world begins. All athletes, trainers and coaches have worked four years for this event. The closer the day-X moves, the more clearly you can feel the excitement of all the protagonists. Today the weather varied. The morning was sunny and in the afternoon it rained at temperatures of +2 ° C. Tomorrow will be the first competition...
Rossignol’s X-ium Skate package (including ski, boot, binding and Oneway pole) is all new and is the lightest weight race package Rossignol has ever offered. The weight of ski, boot and binding package has decreased by 210 grams. The X-ium ski is slightly shorter for better maneuverability and lighter weight. The new X-ium boot has a new cover lace that is seamless, a new lace system, and new heel hold all resulting in better envelopment...
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By Zack Simons, 2010 Boulder MT Tour Champion This past weekend marked another spectacular weekend in Ketchum, Idaho- home of the Boulder Mountain Tour. The BMT is an exceptional race. The weather is typically perfect, the snow abundant and the scenery is unbeatable. The 32km, point-to-point course, trends downhill and the gradual terrain provides ample challenge for the novice and an exciting, high-speed finish for many of the country’s top racers. This past weekend I...
Skinny Skis is celebrating Valentines Day with FREE SHIPPING on all boots and skis!! No oversized shipping rates apply!! Spoil your sweetheart this season with a pair of race skate boots or a new pair of skis that will be sure to enhance his or her performance on the track! From a wide range of nordic skis, boots, bindings and poles, Skinny Skis has just what you need for your Valentine this February! Enter promo...
This past weekend I was fortunate enough to ski in the Noquemanon Ski Marathon in Marquette, MI. If you have not yet had the opportunity to ski this race, and you have a propensity for long ski races, you should put this event on your calendar for next season. The terrain, excellent snow, technical and demanding trails, and the one-of-a-kind U.P. scenery all combine to create a memorable weekend. This year’s Noque featured some transformed,...
Concept2, manufacturer of the Concept2 Indoor Rower and new SkiErg, has released a Facebook application designed to help friends track and share rowing or Nordic skiing workouts. “Seeing your friends’ workouts is motivating,” explains Concept2’s Meredith Haff, “because you can see what your teammates or fellow competitors are doing, and support each other while you try to improve.” The application currently has over 2000 monthly active users. To use the application the user must have...
All eyes will be on Vancouver for the next month. We will follow every win, loss, crash, highlight, side story, back story and more. Skiers, skaters, sliders, and couch potatoes will be glued to the TV, radio, internet, and twitter. Last night’s record breakers, ice princesses, and dramatic winners will be the talk of the day. By the end of February, as the closing ceremonies wrap up the Olympics, we will be left yearning for...
HELSINKI, Finland. ONE WAY Sport OY, the Authentic Nordic Sports company with headquarters in Helsinki, has signed an exclusive 4 year contract with the French Nordic Ski Team becoming the supplier of garments and technical footwear. ONE WAY will supply all technical products like racing suit, under wear, warm up dresses, hats, running and training textiles. From May 2010 the French Nordic Ski teams will use new ONE WAY Nordic Sports footwear products like Trail...
Jan. 30, 2010 Registration still open! $5,000 in total purse money for 30km Skate Races for adults, kids & BBQ make this a day for racers and spectators Participate or spectate – the 23rd Annual Governor’s Cup returns to Devil’s Thumb Ranch on Sat., Jan. 30, 2010, for an action-packed and fun-filled day of competitive ski racing, kids ski races, awards post-race activities including a BBQ and live music in the historic Broad Axe Barn....
Sign up by Sunday and save $5 The cross-country skiing has been great in West Yellowstone and we are looking forward to the second half of our season. The highlight is always the Yellowstone Rendezvous Race. There is still plenty of time to register and train for this marathon event held on March 6, 2010 at the Rendezvous Ski Trails. Challenge yourself against the clock and hundreds of other Nordic enthusiasts on the fifty and...
The West Yellowstone Ski Education Foundation (WYSEF) has coordinated with the Hebgen Lake Forest Service District to offer a FREE ski day at the Rendezvous Ski Trails on Saturday, January 30th. Local Nordic shops, Freeheel & Wheel 406-646-7744 and Bud Lilly’s 406-646-7801, will offer ski rentals at no charge on a first come, first served basis this day. WYSEF Board Members and other community experts will offer complimentary ski lessons at 11am. Meet at the...