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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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Concept2 Offers Web-Based SkiErg Performance Series

FasterSkierSeptember 7, 2010
SkiErg Performance Series offers coaches and athletes a new tool for evaluating the effectiveness of their training. The SkiErg, with its accurate Performance Monitor (PM), offers a testing tool that is ski-specific, controlled and comparable. The Performance Monitor allows scores to be compared from one machine to another, at any altitude, in any conditions, because it self-calibrates. Training on the SkiErg is not exactly like skiing on snow, but it is a good approximation; it...
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WebSkis Offers Large Discount on Pro-Skis Until December 1st

FasterSkierNovember 21, 2008
Now that most of rollerski season is behind, we hope, it would be a good idea to take stock of your equipment and see if you need to replace or maybe upgrade for next year. Webskis.com is the United States distributor for Pro-Ski Rollerski products and is offering a Thanksgiving/Pre-Christmas rollerski special sale. Pro-Ski has been in the rollerski business for many years and produces models for both skating and classic skiing. Skate specific models...
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Jackson Ski Touring Foundation Offers Instructional Program

FasterSkierOctober 23, 2008
Jackson, N.H. (Oct. 3) — The Jackson Ski Touring Foundation (JSTF) invites current and prospective junior skiers to learn more about Nordic training opportunities in the Mount Washington Valley. JSTF, in cooperation with the Mount Washington Valley Nordic Club and Great Glen Trails, offers an eight-session instructional program for middle and high school skiers (age 12 — 18) that includes pre-season training, classic and freestyle coaching and race tactics. Coaches Steve Vosburgh and Pete Brockett...
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Atomic Offers Elite Race Boot in Widths

FasterSkierSeptember 9, 2008
Nordic manufacturers have traditionally offered their top of the line race boots in just one width. To make sure the boots provided a good secure fit for the lateral demands of skating, race boots have only been available in different variations of narrow. Athletes with feet slightly wider than average found themselves buying the number 2 boot in a line in order to have a comfortable fit. Atomic is changing all of that for this...
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Webskis.com Offers Discounted Rollerski Packages

FasterSkierAugust 25, 2008
At the height of the roller ski season, Webskis.com is offering a special discounted rollerski package, including the amazing Alpina rollerski specific boots, your choice of ski model, bindings and mounting. The classic package includes Alpina classic rollerski boots, Pro-ski classic roller skis, NNN R3 classic bindings and free binding mounting. This $697 value is being offered for $550. The skate ski package includes Alpina skate rollerski boots, Pro-Ski skate skis, NNN R3 skate binding...
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Kristoffersen and Sœdergren won Tour de Trœndelag

FasterSkierJuly 2, 2007
Two Swedes competed in Tour de Trœndelag last week. Petter Northug and his teammates were beaten by both Anders Sœdergren and Mathias Fredriksson in the three stage long tour. The Swedish skiers were too tough for the Norwegian national team during Tour de Trœndelag. The Swedes dominated the last leg of the Tour, the 15 kilometer freestyle rollerski race. In a class by themselves – The Swedes were in a class by themselves in the...
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New England Nordic Ski Association Offers Historical Bill Koch Film on DVD

FasterSkierJanuary 26, 2007
NENSA is selling the XC classic Bill Koch: The Cross Country Experience reformatted on DVD. All proceeds will go to support NENSA's youth programming and the New England BKL Festival. For more info: http://www.nensa.net/videos/2006/bk.html Buy the full film reformatted for DVD in 2006. $15. Mail check to: NENSA 49 Pinelands Dr , Suite 301A New Gloucester, ME 04260 or call 207-688-6503 to pay by credit card.
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Pettersen And Kristoffersen Best In Norwegian Junior Rollerski Time-Trial

FasterSkierSeptember 28, 2006
Some of these skiers might be your competitors if you are planning on racing at junior Worlds this season. Here are results from the Norwegian junior national team’s rollerski time-trial at Sjusjoen Tuesday this week. Participants also included students at the ski high school at Lillehammer. Results: Nr Etternavn Fornavn One lap Rang. Time Diff 1 Kristoffersen Marthe 07:05 1 14:57 0:00 2 Bjerkrem Nilsen Inger Liv07:27 3 15:27 0:30 3 Johaug Therese 07:25 2...
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FIS Offers Intensive 6-day Management Program In England

FasterSkierApril 15, 2006
FIS Academy Intensive 6-day Program in Manchester following the FIS Congress The end of the season provides an ideal opportunity to develop a National Ski Association’s or an Organizing Committee’s processes, systems and structure. To find out about industry best practices, consider the FIS Academy Intensive 6-day Program that will be held in Manchester, UK, following the FIS Congress in Portugal from 30th May — 4th June. This modular program was created specifically for the...
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NYSEF Nordic Offers Residence J1/OJ-U-23 Training Program Based in Lake Placid

FasterSkierFebruary 25, 2006
The New York Ski Educational Foundation is raising the curtain on a program designed to give Junior and U-23 Cross-country skiers, whether in or out of school, a formal summer training program that works to build the training bases needed by high level competition. Post high school and college skiers often find themselves in a “black hole”…a place without organized programs to keep athletic efforts on track, and where the demands of work and/or school...
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GMVS Offers Nordic Ski Clinics

FasterSkierOctober 11, 2005
Green Mountain Valley School offers Nordic Ski Clinics For Skiers and Coaches at Weston, MA — November 4-5th Rollerski Race up Appalachian Gap — November 12th September 27 (Waitsfield, VT): Get a jump on the competition this winter. Before the snow flies, here’s a chance to be coached by one of the best nordic coaches in the United States. Learn how he makes skiers fast enough earn spots on the New England Junior and World...
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RMD Offers Ski Trip To New Zealand

FasterSkierApril 24, 2005
Dear Coaches and Athletes, As the summer encroaches and the temptation to leave Nordic skiing behind in favor Playstation and sun lotion grows heavy, the Rocky Mountain Division will again offer a summer training trip to the Snowfarm Nordic Centre in Wanaka, New Zealand. Scheduled to depart on July 5th and return on July 22nd, the program for the trip to Kiwi land will attempt to improve on last years trip. Who is elidgible? Any...
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The Engadin La Diagonela: A Preview of Switzerland’s Premier Skiing Competition

Press ReleaseSeptember 10, 2024
The Engadin La Diagonela, taking place on January 18-19, 2025, is one of the most prestigious events in the world of cross-country skiing. Set in the stunning Engadin Valley in Switzerland, this event is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, challenging course, and high-altitude conditions. It is part of the esteemed Ski Classics Pro Tour, attracting elite athletes and amateur skiers alike from across the globe. The 2025 edition of the event promises yet another spectacular...
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The Old Man and the Lake: A Skier’s Swim Across the Mackinac Straits. Part I

Ken RothSeptember 1, 2024
Bobbing around in the middle of Lakes Huron and Michigan like a cork in a bathtub while staring up at the intimidating mass of the Mackinac Bridge tends to put things into a different perspective. My perspective was one of incredible insignificance. Everything around me was huge: the lake, the bridge, the distance, the current, and especially the stomach churning, energy sapping swells. I felt incredibly small. How does a guy end up in this...
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National Team Development Center (NTDC) Assistant Coach and Cross Country Ski Ontario (XCSO) Development Coach 

FasterSkierAugust 28, 2024
We are excited to announce an opportunity for a passionate and experienced coach and/or former high-performance/varsity athlete to join our dynamic team. If you have a deep understanding of elite-level sports, a commitment to excellence, and a desire to develop and support top athletes, we encourage you to apply. This role offers the chance to work alongside leading professionals and contribute to the success of our athletes on the national and international stage. This dual...
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The Best Destinations for Cross-Country Skiing in England

Press ReleaseAugust 5, 2024
Thanks to England’s diverse landscapes, it boasts an impressive variety of cross-country skiing destinations, perfect for beginners and seasoned skiers. So, whether you seek the thrill of challenging routes or the serenity of gliding through snow-covered woodlands, there is a destination for you.  Here are the best destinations for cross-country skiing in England.   Bakewell  Bakewell is nestled in the heart of the Peak District National Park in Derbyshire, on the banks of the River...
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The Best Destinations for Cross-Country Skiing in Italy

Press ReleaseJuly 31, 2024
Italy is one of the world’s most picturesque countries and a haven for winter sports enthusiasts. While most would come here for its well-known alpine ski resorts, a lesser-known but thrilling pursuit awaits those seeking a more exciting adventure – cross-country skiing. It’s a unique way to discover Italy’s diverse terrains, from the majestic Dolomites to the serene valleys of the Aosta region. Below, check out some of Italy’s best destinations for cross-country skiing. Selva...

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