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NENSA Presents High Peaks Cyclery Rollerski Series AppGap Challenge on August 3

July 20, 2019 (Fayston, VT) – On August 3rd in Fayston, Vermont: NENSA, High Peaks Cyclery, and the Central Vermont Co-Op are happy to host the tenth addition of the App Gap Challenge, … READ MORE → 0 comments

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2019 NENSA’s High Peaks Cyclery Rollerski Series p/b SkiTrax – Aug. 3-Nov. 2 Register TODAY

July 11, 2019 (New Gloucester, ME) – NENSA is proud to announce High Peaks Cyclery as our series title sponsor. High Peaks Cyclery was established in 1983 as one of the first original … READ MORE → 0 comments

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USA’s Reid Takes Stellar 10th in Career-first Mass Start at 2019 IBU Biathlon Worlds – Weier and Windisch Win

March 17, 2019 (Ostersund, Sweden) – The USA’s Joanne Reid saved the best for last. claiming a stellar 10th-place finish in the first 12.5km Mass Start race of her career on Sunday, the … READ MORE → 0 comments

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More Arrests, Stunning Images and Controversy in Austrian Doping Affair at 2019 Nordic Worlds

March 05, 2019 (Seefeld, Austria) – Stunning images, more arrests, and new information has been released in wake of the five elite athletes and four others that were arrested during doping raids at … READ MORE → 0 comments

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Biathlon Canada’s Brendan Green Retires on a High Note

February 09, 2019 (Canmore, Alberta) – As the dust settled on day two of the 2019 BMW IBU World Cup in Canmore, the spotlight focused on Canadian veteran, Brendan Green, who retired after … READ MORE → 0 comments

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Minneapolis 2020 FIS COOP Cross Country World Cup Announces New Title Sponsor and 4-Day Festival

January 25, 2019 (Minneapolis, Minnesota) — This historic sporting event coming to Minneapolis in March of 2020 has a brand new style. Now with support from Winona, MN-based Fastenal, the Loppet Foundation and … READ MORE → 0 comments

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FIS World Cup Finals Return to Quebec City in March 2019

January 09, 2019 (Quebec City, QC) – Over in Europe, the world’s top cross-country skiers have already made a flying start on the FIS World Cup season at the first four events in … READ MORE → 0 comments

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Interviews with Canada’s Locke and USA’s Saxton at 2019 L.L.Bean U.S Cross Country Championships

January 05, 2019 (Craftsbury, Vt.) – SkiTrax’s Peter Graves caught up with men’s Classic Sprint winner Julien Locke (Black Jack Ski Team / Canadian National Ski Team) and Ben Saxton (SMST2 / Stratton … READ MORE → 0 comments

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13th Annual Tour de Ski Kicks Off in Italy Dec. 29-Jan. 6

December 27, 2018 – The 13th edition of the Tour de Ski will take place from Dec. 29 to Jan. 6 starting in Toblach (ITA), then transfering to Switzerland’s Val Müstair, next to … READ MORE → 0 comments

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Pokljuka Fog Forces Postponement of Men’s 20K Individual Until Dec. 6

December 05, 2018 (Pokljuka, Slovenia) – The men’s 20K individual scheduled for 14:15 CET this afternoon has been postponed until Thursday morning due to foggy conditions. Heavy fog dominated Pokljuka all day with … READ MORE → 0 comments

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Canada 6th in Season-Opening Single Mixed Relay at Pokljuka – Norway Tops Field

December 04, 2018 (Pokljuka, Slovenia) – Canada’s Megan Bankes and Christian Gow raced to a strong 6th-place finish using 10 spare rounds at the season-opening Single Mixed Relay as 25 teams were on … READ MORE → 0 comments

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FIS Family Supports Kikkan Randall in the Fight Against Breast Cancer

November 29, 2018 – At the FIS Cross-Country World Cup opener at Ruka (FIN) the athletes wore a pink ribbon on their starting BIB’s on Sunday’s distant races. With this decent but powerful … READ MORE → 0 comments

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Frozen Thunder 2018 Interviews with Valjas, Beatty, Nishikawa and Kennedy

November 02, 2018 (Canmore, AB) – SkiTrax caught up with Kings Court winners Dahria Beatty and Len Valjas along with Distance Race winners Emily Nishikawa and Russell Kennedy at Frozen Thunder at the Canmore Nordic … READ MORE → 0 comments

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4,200 Sign Athletes’ Rights and Responsibilities Declaration Officially Endorsed by the IOC Session

October 11, 2018 (Buenos Aires, ARG) – The International Olympic Committee (IOC) adopted the Athletes’ Rights and Responsibilities Declaration (Athletes’ Declaration) during the second day of the Session in Buenos Aires on 9 … READ MORE → 0 comments

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Ski with Ivan Babikov at CXC Masters Camp Oct. 19-21

October 10, 2018 (Cable, Wisconsin) – Join Ivan Babikov and Steve Myrland at the CXC Masters Camp in Cable, Wisconsin on October 19-21. All master skier levels are welcome! Register here.

In addition to … READ MORE → 0 comments

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Germany’s ARD Reveals Major Security Gaps in Olympic Doping Controls at Pyeongchang 2018

October 08, 2018 – Shocking video by a whistle-blower reveals major security gaps in the Olympic Doping Controls at Pyeongchang 2018. Doping samples and confidential documents were apparently openly accessible in the control … READ MORE → 0 comments

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Marty Hall Headlines Class of 2017 Enshrinement Banquet at U.S. Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame + VIDEO

October 06, 2018 (Ishpeming, MI) – The U.S. Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame Class of 2017 were honoured Sept. 13-15 at the official enshrinement ceremonies that included many activities highlighted by a … READ MORE → 0 comments

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12th Annual NYSEF Climb to the Castle 2018 Rollerski VIDEO

September 17, 2018 (Wilmington, New York) – Check out this great video courtesy of NENSA of the 12th Annual NYSEF Climb to the Castle freestyle rollerski race to the summit of Whiteface Mountain, New … READ MORE → 0 comments

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Olympian Andy Newell Launches Nordic Team Solutions

September 10, 2018 – Andy Newell, 4x Olympian and professional skier, now brings his experiences from international racing to the world of coaching, consulting, and online training materials. Newell, 34, has raced at … READ MORE → 0 comments

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Alliansloppet 2018 Soemskar and Taugbøl Win – Full Length Video

August 28, 2018 (Trollhättan, Sweden) – Sweden’s Linn Soemskar and Norway’s Håvard Solås Taugbøl were the overall winners of the 2018 Alliansloppet this past weekend. Soemskar won the race in the time of … READ MORE → 0 comments

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NENSA Rollerski Celebrity Duel VIDEO

August 16, 2018 (Lake Placid, NY) – Check out this great video of the “Celebrity Duel” Super-Sprint between the fastest rollerskier in the world, Ludvig Sognen Jensen from Norway, and US sprint king … READ MORE → 0 comments

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2018 App Gap Challenge Rollerski Race a Big Success – Patterson and Bratrud Win + Interviews

August 15, 2018 (Fayston, Vermont) – NENSA’s 2018 Bag Balm App Gap Challenge held on on Aug. 11 was an absolute success with almost 120 finishers – doubling the 2017 field. Held in … READ MORE → 0 comments

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NENSA Rollerski Tour Celebrity Deathmatch – Jensen vs Newell

August 14, 2018 (Lake Placid, NY) – A celebrity match-up between the fastest rollerskier in the world, Ludvig Sognen Jensen from Norway, and former US national cross-country sprint champion, Andy Newell, was part … READ MORE → 0 comments

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Amazing Roller-ski Agility Training Videos at Central Regional Elite Group (REG) Camp

July 09, 2018 (Wisconsin) – Check out these very cool videos of roller-ski agility training at that Central Regional Elite Group (REG) camp taking place in northern Wisconsin that USSA Development Coach Bryan … READ MORE → 0 comments

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New Yorker Becomes First to Roller Ski up Bear Mountain

June 08, 2018 (Rockland County, New York) – Enrique Cubillo, an endurance athlete, became the first man to roller ski up New York’s Bear Mountain on May 25 – all 1,289 feet of … READ MORE →2 comments

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CXC Nordic Rocks Receives National Honor

May 10, 2018 (Park City, Utah) – Central Cross Country Skiing was honored Thursday (May 3) by U.S. Ski & Snowboard for its work to introduce youth to the healthful outdoor sport of … READ MORE → 0 comments

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Fossavatn 2018 Short VIDEO – Warning You May get Inspired

May 06, 2018 (Iceland) – Looking for inspiration? Watch this video featuring great clips and scenery from the recent Fossavatn 2018 Iceland Loppet that’s sure to bring a smile and keep you motivated … READ MORE → 0 comments

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Legendary Marty Hall Inducted into U.S. Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame

April 22, 2018 (Squaw Valley, CA) – On April 14 legendary Marty Hall was inducted into the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame in the Class of 2017 at Squaw Valley, site … READ MORE → 0 comments

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Girls in Sport Campaign – Phase One Complete

March 29, 2018 – We would like to extend a huge thank-you to all the individuals and organizations who have made Phase One of our Girls in Sport campaign a success. Thank you … READ MORE → 0 comments

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Interview w/Erik Bjornsen at 2018 L.L. Bean U.S. Long Distance Nationals

March 28, 2018 (Craftsbury Common, VT) – SkiTrax’s Peter Graves caught with Erik Bjornsen (APU) winner of the Men’s 50km CL, the final race of the season and of the 2018 L.L. Bean … READ MORE → 0 comments

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Interviews with Diggins, Bjornsen and Randall at 2018 L.L. Bean U.S. Long Distance National Championships

March 27, 2018 (Craftsbury Common, VT) – Following today’s women’s 30km CL, the final race of the season, we caught up with winner Jessie Diggins (SMST2), silver medalist Sadie Bjornsen (APU) and legendary … READ MORE → 0 comments

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WATCH LIVE – Women’s 30km CL Mst at 2018 L.L. Bean U.S. Long Distance National Championships

March 27, 2018 (Craftsbury Common, Vt.) – Watch the Women’s 30km CL Mass Start LIVE including Olympic champions, Jessie Diggins and Kikkan Randall, and other top athletes from cross-country clubs across America compete … READ MORE → 0 comments

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Interview with Jessie Diggins @ 2018 USSA SuperTour Finals

March 26, 2018 (Craftsbury Common, VT) – SkiTrax caught with Jessie Diggins (SMST2) at the 2018 USSA SuperTour Finals following yesterday’s Mixed Relay competition which her team won defending their title. The final … READ MORE → 0 comments

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INSIDE THE FENCE – To Capture a Crystal Globe

March 21, 2018 – As each season draws to a close the focus shifts from World Cup wins or Tour de Ski victories to final World Cup standings. Whether it be the sprint, … READ MORE → 0 comments

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12th Annual FIS Tour de Ski 2018 – Dec. 30-Jan. 7 + Video Preview

December 26, 2017 – The countdown is on until the start of the 12th edition of the Viessmann FIS Cross-Country Tour de Ski presented by Le Gruyère. Seven legs in less than ten … READ MORE → 0 comments

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INSIDE THE FENCE – It’s Not the Size of the Truck

December 06, 2017 (Davos, SUI) – By far the most fun we have ever had making an Inside the Fence episode. Big thanks to the wax staff from the USA, Switzerland, France, Canada, … READ MORE → 0 comments

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IOC Suspends Russian NOC and Creates Path for Clean Athletes at PyeongChang 2018

December 05, 2017 – The IOC Executive Board today studied and discussed the findings of the Commission led by the former President of Switzerland, Samuel Schmid, addressing the systematic manipulation of the anti-doping … READ MORE → 0 comments

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Kowalczyk and Chernousov Win Fiemme Rollerski Cup on Alpe Cermi + Video of Course

September 20, 2017 (Val di Fiemme, ITA) – Today the beautiful Val di Fiemme (Italy) hosted a wonderful and rainy long distance rollerski race between Ziano and Alpe Cermis, the same final climb … READ MORE → 0 comments

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WATCH Blink Festival 2017 Races + Results – USA’s Stephen 6th in 7.5km FR, Newell 16th in Men’s 60km

July 31, 2017 (Sandnes, Norway) – Last weekend the roller skiing Blink Festival took place in Sandnes, Norway with Americans Liz Stephen and Andy Newell on the start line. Stephen led the charge … READ MORE → 0 comments

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APU’s Scott Patterson Triumphs at 2017 Mount Marathon Race

July 06, 2017 (Seward, Alaska) – Congratulations to APU Elite team member Scott Patterson on winning the 2017 Mount Marathon race in a time of 44:30. The 25-year-old from Anchorage destroyed the men’s … READ MORE → 0 comments

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Tomas Northug Ends his Skiing Career

May 15, 2017 – Norway’s Tomas Northug has decided to end professional skiing career. “It’s hard but but I made the decision and now I will see what the future holds,” he told … READ MORE → 0 comments

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Sweden’s Johan Olsson Retires from Elite Skiing

April 13, 2017 – Swedish top Cross-Country skier Johan Olsson has decided not to continue elite skiing career.
Johan Olsson became one of the most successful Swedish Cross-Country skiers of all times. He won … READ MORE → 0 comments

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Canadian Men WIN Historic Bronze in Men’s Relay – WATCH Video Highlights

January 24, 2017 – The Canadian men’s relay team of Devon Kershaw, Alex Harvey, Knute Johnsgaard and Len Valjas won a historic bronze medal after reaching the podium in the men’s 4×7.5km World … READ MORE → 0 comments

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Canada’s Harvey and Valjas Win Stunning Team Sprint GOLD at Toblach World Cup – USA 6th

January 15, 2017 (Toblach, ITA) – Canada’s Alex Harvey and Lenny Valjas won gold in their debut run in the men’s World Cup Team Sprint in Toblach, Italy on Sunday. The duo held … READ MORE → 0 comments

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Tour de Ski 2017 Preview – Snow Conditions, Contenders, Can Norway be Beaten ?

December 29, 2016 – The 11th edition of the Viessmann FIS Tour de Ski, Dec. 31-Jan. 8, will soon be underway and organizers are reporting good snow conditions at the four venues. The … READ MORE → 0 comments

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Jackson (NH) Ski Touring Center Unveils $500K Expansion

December 07, 2016 (Jackson, New Hampshire) – When it comes to cross-country skiing, too much groomed terrain is never enough. On November 14, officials of the Jackson Ski Touring Center and U.S. Forest … READ MORE → 0 comments

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Salomon Nordic interview with Canada’s Alex Harvey in Ruka, Finland

November 25, 2016 (Ruka, Finland) – Hear from Canada’s Alex Harvey now in Ruka, Finland as he speaks with Salomon Nordic about his off-season training and goals for the start of the season … READ MORE → 0 comments

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Frozen Thunder Interviews with Bob Thompson and Caitlin Gregg

November 05, 2016 (Canmore, AB) – SkiTrax caught up with Canada’s Bob Thompson (Team Hardwood) and American Caitlin Gregg (Team Gregg) following the final races at Frozen Thunder in Canmore where Thompson claimed the … READ MORE → 0 comments

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Frozen Thunder Interviews with Valjas, Babikov and Killick

November 02, 2016 (Canmore, AB) – SkiTrax caught up with Len Valjas, Ivan Babikov and Graeme Killick at Frozen Thunder in Canmore for their take on the start of the season, their first … READ MORE → 0 comments

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2016 Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame to Induct Olympian Sue Holloway

October 29, 2016 – Check out this great video of Sue Holloway, the first woman to represent Canada at both the Summer and Winter Olympic Games in the same year for xc skiing … READ MORE → 0 comments


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