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Beginner’s Guide: The Season of Roller-Skiing

For decades, my summers were filled with roller skiing. First as a junior, then as a collegiate racer, followed by nearly 15 years as a coach: summers meant endless hours logged on New England roads on roller-skis. In recent years, I’ve shied away from the unique click and clack of pole tips on asphalt in favor of running, cycling, swimming and paddling. But this summer—with cooler autumn days approaching—I find my body longing for some...

A Boom for Bikes, Bullish on Cross-Country Skiing

When the country began shutting down in March, sporting good retailers initially shuddered. It appeared many if not all sectors of the economy would bottom out. “Everything was dicey in February and starting early March,” said Boulder Nordic Sport (BNS) founder Nathan Schultz about the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic. I was about to head off to Italy for the World Masters to wax there. Everybody in the Midwest was getting ready for the World...

Boulder Nordic Sport Closes Midwest Location

It is with great disappointment that Boulder Nordic Sport (BNS) announces today the permanent closing of its BNS Midwest location in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Boulder Nordic Sport’s other two locations in Boulder, Colorado (BNS HQ) and Portland, Maine (BNS East) remain open. The Midwest store is closing due to our inability to ensure a safe environment for employees and customers under the constraints of COVID-19. BNS has no immediate plans to open a new location in...

Boulder Nordic Sport Season Kickoff Party and Biergarten at Snow Mountain Ranch

snowmountainranch.org/lodging. Tell your friends, bring your family, and join BNS to welcome the 2017-2018 ski season! *** About BNS: Boulder Nordic Sport brings World Cup Service to everyone with full-service ski shops in Boulder, CO; Bloomington, MN, Portland, ME and online at bouldernordic.com. BNS specializes in professional ski service using Tazzari stone-grinding equipment as well as sales and advanced fit of cross-country skis, equipment, and technical apparel. BNS imports Holmenkol and SkiGo wax lines and carries...

Boulder Nordic Sport is Hiring

(Job postings) Boulder Nordic Sport is hiring! See below for open positions: Customer Service Representative(s) Location: Boulder, CO This part or full-time seasonal position at our Boulder location is in charge of: Answering Business Phones Directing calls to appropriate location/person/department Providing General Store Info Providing warranty information and completing warranty forms Handling Return Authorizations (RA’s) – Communicate with the Customer and Vendor if needed. Completing RA forms. Give return information and uphold return policies. Notify shipping...

(Press release) MINNEAPOLIS, MN—BNS Mobile will once again be performing professional race waxing service at the World Masters Cup (WMC), taking place in Minneapolis, Minnesota January 20-26, 2018. BNS Mobile service offers WMC racers World Cup-level ski service, providing athletes with the fastest skis possible. BNS’s wax service allows athletes to relax while skipping the hassle of waxing their own skis and transporting waxing gear to the races. After traveling to previous WMC races in British...

Have you been thinking of making the switch to New Nordic Norm (NNN)? Want more boot choices and a more flexible binding system? Switch to NNN at no cost to you. For those ready to change over from Salomon Nordic System (SNS) to NNN, BNS has a special promotion to provide one free NNN Nordic Integrated System (NIS) binding, up to eight free NIS adapter plates and free installation with the purchase of any qualifying...

Grind skis arriving at BNS Boulder by Nov 10th will be available for pickup in West Yellowstone Nov. 25-30 BOULDER, Colo. – Boulder Nordic Sport (BNS) is headed back to the West Yellowstone Ski Festival. Our staff will be on-site and focused on education; helping skiers with skis, wax and equipment. Though we will not have a stone grinder with us this year, we will be able to deliver ground skis directly to the trailhead as...

www.bouldernordic.com to have your free copy mailed directly to you. The 64-page publication has the latest information on new products and gear as well as articles from athletes, coaches, and more. Check out what our guest contributors have to say this season. Highlights include: Kikkan Randall discusses the road to her success; Lowell Bailey, U.S. Biathlon Team, explains the importance of balance in biathlon and U.S. Women’s coach, Matt Whitcomb, introduces the U.S. Ski Team...

(Press release) Boulder Nordic Sport (BNS) currently has openings for sales associates and service technicians at our Boulder location. We are looking for skiers who are excited to share their knowledge, experience and passion for skiing with our customers as part of the leading cross-country skiing source in the United States. BNS serves customers across the spectrum from absolute beginners to elite racers—applicants should be willing and able to provide a positive experience to any...

Holmenkol Files for Bankruptcy Protection

Holmenkol AG, the German manufacturer of Holmenkol ski wax and tools filed for insolvency protection in the German courts on June 22, 2012 after efforts to find financing to cover outstanding debts failed.  The German District Court of Ludwigsburg ordered measures to secure the assets of the company and an insolvency administrator was appointed to transition the company through the process. The US Holmenkol distributors Natron Nordic Enterprises (Nordic) and Sport Thoma (Alpine) are separate...

During a break in World Cup action this winter, service technician Randy Gibbs will join forces with Boulder Nordic Sport (BNS) for the City of Lakes Loppet and American Birkebeiner. Gibbs will add his extensive experience to the BNS Mobile Race Service Crew for their Race Waxing Services at both events.  To take advantage Randy’s seven years of unique experience waxing skis for top athletes like Kikkan Randall, Andy Newell and Kris Freeman, BNS will...

BNS Prize Giveaway Contest – Win Skis, Boots, Poles and More

Boulder Nordic Sport (BNS) is launching its annual prize giveaway contest with some serious gear up for grabs this year. Prizes are coming from Fischer, Rossignol, One Way, Ski*Go and Holmenkol—skis, boots, poles, fluorinated waxes, waxing accessories and more are all on the table. In addition, we’re excited to announce that we will be giving away an entry to the 2012 Berkie that will come with our Elite Waxing Service at the race! To get...

2011 Holiday Gift Guide: Over $200

2011 Holiday Gift Guide: Under $20 2011 Holiday Gift Guide: $50 – $100 SkiErg and the e-Rudy.com. 08: Dale of Norway Sweater. Price: starting from $299.00. If you want to feel like you just got back from Scandinavia, then a Dale of Norway Sweater is for you. That special someone on your shopping list that will appreciate one as well. Let’s face it, there aren’t many other items out there that scream Norway like this sweater....

2011 Holiday Gift Guide: $100 – $200

2011 Holiday Gift Guide: Under $20 2011 Holiday Gift Guide: $50 – $100 FasterSkier’s picks for the top ten gifts between $100 and $200: 10: Icebreaker Long Sleeve Top. Price: starting from $100. You don’t have to have an unlimited quantity of apparel if you have quality articles you can rely on. An Icebreaker long sleeve top will prove to be one of your favorites. Made of soft New Zealand Merino wool, it will surely keep...

2011 Holiday Gift Guide: $50 – $100

2011 Holiday Gift Guide: Under $20 Skinny Skis.   09: Cross Country Skier Pendant or Pin. Price: $60.00. Let the jewelry wearing skier on your list proudly publicize their love for our sport. Hand-carved and cast in sterling silver this one is sure to be a hit. Available online here.   05: Yurbuds Ironman Inspire Pro. Price: $59.99. If the person you’re shopping for likes to work out in all weather conditions and listen to music...