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Bridger Ski Foundation Seeks Comp Team/U16 Coach

FasterSkierApril 24, 2023
  Bridger Ski Foundation (BSF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit ski community organization that is Gold Certified through U.S. Ski and Snowboard and seeking passionate coaches for the 2023-24 season. Located in the ideal outdoor adventure town of Bozeman, Montana, BSF offers educational and competitive programs in Alpine, Nordic, Freestyle, and Freeskiing. BSF works with over 800 nordic ski athletes of all ages each year, focusing on inspiring a lifelong love of skiing, athletic excellence, and...

Harvard University Seeks New Head Coach

FasterSkierApril 18, 2023
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,...

FasterSkier is at the Movies—Again!

Ken RothApril 2, 2023
Ski season is rapidly coming to an end in much of North America. For those who find going cold turkey into non-ski season difficult to manage, a Nordic cinematic experience might be just the salve to heal the wounds of snow’s departure. The film up for review in this episode of FasterSkier at the Movies is The Last King. It’s a 2016 Norwegian film based on of the tale of the Birkebeiner rescue of Prince...

Join Team Birkie in 2023-24

FasterSkierMarch 30, 2023
Team Birkie is made up of individuals who are committed to reaching their potential as cross-country skiers. The goal of the program is to support each athlete’s pursuit of domestic and international excellence by providing necessary infrastructure for success in the sport. This infrastructure includes a full-time coaching staff and individualized year-round training program, experienced race service, equipment sponsors and suppliers, physical therapy, access to training facilities, sports performance testing and a rollerski treadmill, a...

Tallinn Men’s Sprint: New Script, Same Ending

John TeafordMarch 21, 2023
This World Cup 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.  All things being equal—including the wax—it appears that the fastest skier is still the fastest skier. Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo’s (NOR) performance in today’s FIS World Cup Freestyle Sprint certainly proved that any...

Drammen Sprints: Redemption for Skistad, Business as Usual for Klaebo

John TeafordMarch 14, 2023
This World Cup 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.  The International Ski Federation (FIS) is not in the business of making things easy: this season’s World Cup scoring system rewards those skiers who ski every event, those who excel consistently. Gone...

Reflections from 2023 Nordic World Championships in Planica, Slovenia

Lumi ExperiencesMarch 8, 2023
A lot has changed since the first time I skied in Planica at an OPA Cup event in 2007. For US skiing, it’s a special venue. Tazlina Mannix won that 2007 event: an indication for many US skiers that winning in Europe is possible. In 2019, Julia Kern scored her first World Cup podium in Planica. At World Championships this week, a bronze in the Team Sprint for Kern and Jessie Diggins, and a gold...

Williams College Seeks Head Coach

FasterSkierFebruary 2, 2023
Williams College invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Physical Education and Head Coach of Men’s and Women’s Nordic Skiing. This is a full-time faculty position with an initial appointment of three-years.  Reappointments are granted following regularly scheduled reviews.  The appointment will begin on July1, 2023. Responsibilities include implementing coaching strategies and teaching methods to develop a diverse group of student athletes’ skill and teamwork in Nordic skiing, recruiting qualified and broadly diverse...

Another Norwegian Heard From: Amundsen Earns First World Cup Victory in Les Rousses

John TeafordJanuary 27, 2023
This World Cup 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. Fans have become accustomed to Norwegian men occupying the World Cup podium, but it’s getting pretty crowded there on the top step. Team Norway has delivered World Cup wins this...

A Multi-Day Nordic Wonderland: How to Make the Most of Your Time in Whistler

Tourism WhistlerJanuary 23, 2023
Just a two-hour drive from Vancouver along the awe-inspiring Sea to Sky Highway and immersed in the depths of the west coast temperate rainforests, you’ll find a Nordic mecca. Offering an extensive network of over 160km of Nordic cross-country ski trails, there’s no shortage of pristine mountain wilderness in Whistler. But that’s not all you’ll find. Whistler attracts adventurous travellers from around the world with its unparalleled access to world-class recreation and outdoor experiences. From...

Pacific Northwest Loppet Series

Sovereign 2 SilverStarJanuary 22, 2023
Editor’s note: FasterSkier is fortunate to have the partnership support of The Sovereign 2 SilverStar Ski Marathon. The Sovereign 2 SilverStar Ski Marathon is proud to announce the forming of the Pacific Northwest Loppet Series combining 4 events into one amazing event series. The events are located in Washington State and British Columbia and are structured in a manner that any age can win the series.  The various event organizers are intending to join forces to...

Twins Atop Tour de Ski Sprint Podium, Brennan 10th

John TeafordJanuary 6, 2023
This World Cup 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. Stage 5 of the 2023 Tour de Ski was a sprint, but not a “normal” sprint. Typically, sprint races are won by pure sprinters, those who control the pace of...

Cross-Country Skiing in Whistler: Everything You Need to Know

Tourism WhistlerJanuary 5, 2023
Uncover a Nordic mecca in Whistler, British Columbia. Just a two-hour drive from Vancouver along the awe-inspiring Sea to Sky Highway. Featuring over 160km of trails sweeping across pristine mountain wilderness, Whistler’s extensive cross-country ski trail network means plenty of variety for all ability levels. So, what are you waiting for? Let’s dive in and explore Whistler’s three world-class Nordic locations all easily accessible from the vibrant Whistler Village. Lost Lake – Winter Wonderland in...

New Year, Same You: Nutrition Resolutions that Last

Liz Fusco MS, RDN, CSSDDecember 27, 2022
This article was possible through the generous support of The Memory Clinic, in Bennington, VT.  Since, 1987, clinicians at The Memory Clinic have been providing diagnosis and treatment of memory loss and are excited to work with FasterSkier to support physical and mental health through exercise, rest and nutrition. Are you prepping your list of resolutions for the New Year? Do you, like many people, incorporate a weight loss goal? According to Business Wire, the...

What are the most famous snow sports in Michigan?

FasterSkierDecember 1, 2022
When it comes to winter, Michigan is a state that knows how to make the most of it. From downhill skiing and snowboarding to cross-country skiing and ice skating, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the cold weather. And with dozens of ski resorts and hundreds of miles of trails, there’s no shortage of places to enjoy these activities. So whether you’re a seasoned winter athlete or just looking for a way to enjoy...

Jessie Diggins Looks Ahead

FasterSkierNovember 21, 2022
American cross country skiers continue to climb the international ladder, and any number of them are likely to find their names in the headlines this winter, but it’s Jessie Diggins who continues to be the skier, the competitor, and the leader through which this team is recognized. It’s a distinction she’s earned time and time again. On the morning of November 21, Jessie (who is in Ruka, Finland in preparation for the season’s first World...

The best cross-country ski slopes for advanced skiers

FasterSkierNovember 11, 2022
This is the time of year when Europe’s top ski resorts begin to open their slopes and the best cross-country skiers begin their preparations for the World Cup season. For fans who want to follow the action, there is plenty of coverage, and even opportunities to wager on your favorite competitor at sites like BestOdds. Unlike many sports, cross-country skiing gives amateurs and leisure skiers the chance to try their abilities in the same setting...

NENSA is On a Roll

John TeafordOctober 21, 2022
There’s a chill in the air, but winter is still months away. With New England’s weather forecasts predicting a sunny autumn weekend with temperatures in the mid-60’s (high teens Celsius), the coast of Maine looks like the ideal event destination this weekend. The New England Nordic Ski Association (NENSA) is ready to oblige with the staging of The Maine Event: XCX Sprints on Sunday, October 23. This is one of the many events hosted by...

Things to Keep in Mind Before Booking a Family Ski Holiday

FasterSkierSeptember 5, 2022
With the winter season just around the corner, you need to start thinking of how you can utilize your holiday time the right way. Most families plan trips and tours that allow them to come together and celebrate festivities and also experience new places and adventures that would add to their memories. Choosing a family ski holiday is a great way to have fun and adventure where everyone gets to enjoy and spend quality time....