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The Best Destinations for Cross-Country Skiing in Switzerland

Press ReleaseJuly 31, 2024
Switzerland is synonymous with breathtaking alpine scenery and world-class winter sports, so it doesn’t come as a surprise that it’s considered one of the world’s best destinations for cross-country skiing. While downhill skiing often steals the spotlight, the country’s extensive and meticulously maintained cross-country skiing trails are a more serene yet equally exhilarating way to explore its stunning landscapes.  Whether you’re an avid cross-country skier or a curious beginner, here are the best destinations for...

The Best Destinations for Cross-Country Skiing in Scotland

Press ReleaseJuly 31, 2024
Scotland is known for its rugged highlands, enchanting lochs, and rich history. It transforms into a winter wonderland during the colder months, luring winter sports enthusiasts into its dramatic landscapes. Cross-country skiing in Scotland takes you on a thrilling adventure of gliding through Scotland’s pristine snow-covered terrain, allowing you to soak up the country’s serene beauty. Here are the best destinations for cross-country skiing in Scotland. Ben Nevis Ben Nevis is the highest mountain in...

Cross-Country Skiers’ Guide to Après-ski Activities

Press ReleaseJune 8, 2024
Après-ski activities are the social events and festivities after a day on the slopes. Whether you’re an avid skier or snowboarder or just enjoy the winter atmosphere, there’s something for everyone to unwind and make lasting memories. Even if you don’t partake in winter sports, you can still join the post-skiing fun. This article rounded up the perfect après-ski activities tailored to every type of traveler, so you’re sure to find something that suits your...

Bates College Seeks Assistant Coach

FasterSkierJune 8, 2024
Job no: 492848 Work type: Staff Full Time – Full Year Location: Lewiston, ME Categories: Athletics: Sports Teams Apply Now Title: Assistant Men’s and Women’s Nordic Ski Coach   Position Purpose: The Assistant Coach is responsible for aiding the Head Nordic Ski Coach in administering a competitive NCAA Division III intercollegiate program.  This position supports the development of student-athletes through mentorship, guidance, leadership opportunities, community building, and a commitment to social justice. The Assistant Coach focuses primarily in the...

Harvard University Seeks Head Coach

FasterSkierMay 22, 2024
Job Summary This position serves as the leader of the men’s and women’s Nordic skiing and embraces the vision of principled leadership, academic integration, and competitive excellence. The Head Coach leads by developing a vision, setting team goals, and building a healthy and transformative culture. The Head Coach is responsible for all aspects of the program, including student-athlete development, planning and preparation for practices and contests, managing team staff, identifying and recruiting prospective student-athletes, budget,...

USSS Congress Highlights: Lake Placid to Host 2026 World Cup Final

Ben TheyerlMay 16, 2024
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. Skiing is an activity divided into seasons of the year: summer is when fast skiers are made; winter leaves us feeling like it went by all too fast; spring is for politics....

Boulder Nordic Junior Racing Team Seeks Head Competition Coach & Program Manager, and Head Development Coach

FasterSkierMay 9, 2024
Overview The Boulder Nordic Junior Racing Team (BNJRT) is a team based in Boulder, CO which has been training 8-19 year old athletes for more than 38 years as part of the USSS Rocky Mountain Division. With an average of 35 athletes per season, BNJRT is focused on providing an environment that fosters a lifelong love for the sport of Nordic skiing. Many athletes have the opportunity to compete at the national level while others...

Sugar Bowl Academy Invites Motivated U14-U20 Athletes for Gap/PG Program

FasterSkierMay 7, 2024
Sugar Bowl Academy invites motivated U14-U20 athletes to consider joining us for amazing training and racing in sunny California. Our program offers some of the best training in North America: more than 140km of trails at Royal Gorge XC, groomed through our campus, 300+ days of sun, 480 inches of snow annually, on campus strength and conditioning coach and facilities, thousands of miles of amazing single track for biking and running, biathlon, SkiMo, mountain biking...

Nordic Ski Club of Fairbanks Seeks Executive Director

FasterSkierMay 3, 2024
Founded in 1967, the Nordic Ski Club of Fairbanks (NSCF) has created and maintains a world-class trail system at the Birch Hill Recreation Area upon which it is currently devoted to providing the programs and facilities to grow and support cross-country skiers of all ages and skill levels, from beginners to world-class athletes. The NSCF desires to hire an Executive Director (ED). This position requires fulfilling four major functions: income generation, program leadership, staff supervision...

Bridger Ski Foundation Seeks Nordic Comp Team Head Coach

FasterSkierApril 24, 2024
  Position Title: Nordic Comp Team Head Coach (high school age athletes) Organization: Bridger Ski Foundation Location: Bozeman, Montana Bridger Ski Foundation (BSF) is a nonprofit community ski organization rooted in Bozeman, Montana. Committed to fostering a love for skiing and promoting athletic excellence, BSF offers educational and competitive programs across Nordic, Alpine, and Freestyle/Freeskiing disciplines for all age groups. Bridger Ski Foundation has a large, robust and invested Nordic ski community. BSF maintains and...

Exploring Cross-Country Skiing: The Best Places to Start

Press ReleaseApril 15, 2024
  Cross-country skiing offers a fantastic way to experience the beauty of winter landscapes while enjoying a full-body workout. For those looking to get into this exhilarating sport, choosing the right location can make all the difference. Here’s a guide to some of the best places for people to start their cross-country skiing journey, from beginner-friendly trails to renowned ski resorts. Nordic Centers and Resorts Nordic centers and resorts are excellent places for beginners to...

USCSA Celebrates Another Championship Season

FasterSkierApril 2, 2024
In 2024, the United States Collegiate Ski and Snowboard Association National Championships offered 621 Collegiate athletes (representing 71 colleges and universities) the chance to compete in the sports they love. That level of participation demonstrates that the USCSA is a far bigger league—and hosts a much bigger field—than what’s found at NCAA championships. USCSA also features competitions in an array of snowsports: Alpine Snowboard, Freestyle Snowboard, Nordic Skiing, Alpine Skiing, Freeski. FasterSkier has covered USCSA...

Want to Quit Smoking? Replace an Unhealthy Habit with One of the World’s Most Healthy Activities

Eloise WoodsMarch 28, 2024
If there’s one sport that’s like no other, it’s cross-country skiing. It’s not only a great workout—it’s a low-impact activity anyone can learn if they want to traverse serene, snowy hillside landscapes at their own pace. For the best experience possible, you need to remember a few things. Having the right gear and safety knowledge will prevent you from getting lost or injured on the trails. Eating and exercising well will help you build the...

Closed Michigan Ski Resort Contemplates Reopening With Incoming Spring Storm

Press ReleaseMarch 22, 2024
Unprecedented Early Closure: The Stats Behind the Shutdown Mount Bohemia set a record on March 3 by closing its doors to skiers earlier than ever in its history. This premature closure was a direct consequence of remarkably low snowfall levels that failed to sustain the resort’s operations. Typically bustling with activity, the resort found itself in a predicament that not only disappointed ski enthusiasts but also marked a significant deviation from its usual seasonal timeline....

World Cup Final Weekend: What Does Diggins Need to Do?

Ken RothMarch 13, 2024
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. It’s always exciting when the season of any professional sport comes down to the last weekend of competition. But for U.S. cross-country fans, and fans of Jessie Diggins, it’s definitely excitement they could...

Crystal Globe Chase: What Do Diggins and Brennan Need to Do?

Ken RothMarch 5, 2024
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. With only three weekends of racing and five races left, the 2024 World Cup Season is entering its home-stretch run, and fans of team USA are hoping that Jessie Diggins can hang on...

Combine Skiing and Gambling at Lee Canyon, Nevada

Press ReleaseMarch 1, 2024
People travel to Las Vegas for all sorts of reasons beside gambling. Weddings, honeymoons, bachelor parties, business conferences – and even skiing. Now, the Nevada desert might not be the first place that springs to mind as a ski destination, but Las Vegas is the place where anything is possible. Las Vegas Ski and Snowboard Resort is in Lee Canyon, which lies about 35 miles from The Strip, and definitely has a sprinkling of that...

Our Greenland Moment? Adaptations and Impacts of Virtual Racing: Part III

February is here, and Nordic skiers in the Upper Midwest are at a teetering point. Many of us are remaining cautiously optimistic that all we need is “one good snow” to salvage our ski season. The Canadian Birkie, American Vasa, Finlandia, and Vasaloppet USA have already cancelled their races. Many skiers are starting to wonder how races like the Birkie will look this year. What a stark contrast from last year’s record setting snowfall throughout...

Rossignol Introduces the new 2024 X-IUM Premium+ SX Skating

RossignolFebruary 22, 2024
Recently unveiled at the highest-level of competition, the new X-IUM Premium+ SX Skating ski is race proven by the best in the world. The Rossignol X-IUM Premium+ SX Skating ski is an ultralight balanced ski that offers maximum power transmission and glide, with fluid acceleration. The SX features a specialized flex and camber optimized to excel in a wide range of snow conditions while delivering a more forgiving and energy saving level of performance. New...

Cross-country skiing in North Carolina: Cataloochee Ski Area

Press ReleaseFebruary 19, 2024
Cross-country skiers get a rare opportunity to experience the rugged terrain and spectacular splendor of the Appalachian Mountains in North Carolina, especially at the Cataloochee Ski Area. Since its founding in 1961 as the first ski resort in North Carolina, Cataloochee has delighted and enthralled families and individuals with various winter sports activities, such as skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing. Though most famous for its runs, the area surrounding Cataloochee is also a great place...