December 18, 2006 – The Salomon Marathon Cup Series (MCS) is back for another tour of the Great White North with a revised event roster, more demo opportunities and a whack of cash and prizes. The 2007 edition promises to be a challenging and fun-filled circuit offering something for everyone.

Marathon Cup Series: From the picturesque rolling hills of Quebec to the dense forests of central Canada and the snowy slopes of British Columbia’s interior, Nordic skiers will get their chance to participate in some of the most exciting ski events our country has to offer. With over 10 events nation-wide, ranging in distance from 30kms to 55kms, everyone has a chance to collect points and win!

Cash and Prizes: With a prize pot totaling $30,000 in cash and prizes courtesy of Salomon Canada, the 10-event MCS tour offers skiers a chance to not only test their endurance but vie for a chance to pad their pockets and score some swag in a number of categories. To be eligible, participants must register in at least 3 MCS qualifying events.

Salomon Nordic Demo Tour: Above all, the MCS encompasses the Salomon Nordic Demo Tour, providing Nordic skiing enthusiasts with a chance to try out Salomon’s slick new full lineup of recreational, sport and racing Nordic skis, SNS Profil and Pilot boot and binding system. Thinking of upgrading your old Nordic equipment? Come see why Salomon is leading the charge with their Salomon Nordic System (SNS)!

Skiing is Family Fun! Every MCS host event will offer loads of family-friendly activities and events of varying distances with something for the recreational dabbler to the grizzled ski loppet veteran. Whether you are there to test your metal, to browse and test Salomon’s new Nordic lineup, chat with Team X-C.com members or just to enjoy a quiet afternoon on the ski trails, the 2007 Salomon Marathon Cup Series has something for you!

2007 Salomon Marathon Cup Series Calendar:

January 20: Reino Keski-Salmi – Salmon Arm, BC – 36 km Classic

January 28: Overlander Ski Marathon – Kamloops, BC – 50 km Skate

February 10: BlackJack Ski Loppet – Rossland, BC – 30 km Skate

February 10: Canadian Birkebeiner – Edmonton, AB – 55 km Classic

February 11: Loppet du Mont Orford – Mont Orford, QC – 30 km Classic

February 17: Keskinada Loppet – Gatineau, QC – 50 km Classic

February 18: Keskinada Loppet – Gatineau, QC – 50 km Skate

February 24: Loppet du Mont Ste-Anne – Parc du Mont Ste-Anne – 42 km Classic

March 3: Sibley Ski Tour – Thunder Bay, ON – 50 km Skate

March 10: Fischer Loppet – Hardwood Hills, ON – 40 km Skate

March 17: Tour du Mont Valin – Mont Valin, QC – 50 km Classic

For more information on the 2007 Salomon Marathon Cup Series please visit www.x-c.com