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Mar 23: Cockney & McMurtry Defend Team Sprint...

Cockney [P] Jim...

March 23, 2013 (Whistler Olympic Park, BC) – Crowds of spectators turned out on a bluebird day to watch the 2013 Haywood Ski Nationals’ first race, the team sprint, at Whistler Olympic Park … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 23: Roenning Triumphs in Men’s 15km CL...

Eldar Roenning (NOR) wins men’s 15...

March 23, 2013 (Falun, Sweden) – Veteran classic aficionado, Eldar Roenning of Norway, timed his final lunge perfectly besting Russia’s Maxim Vylegzhanin at the line for the victory in the men’s 15km CL at … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 23: Bjoergen in Charge in Women’s 10km...

Marit Bjoergen (NOR) celebrates another victory...

March 23, 2013 (Falun, Sweden) – Marit Bjoergen lead another Norwegian podium sweep in the women’s 10km CL at Falun but Kikkan Randall’s strong 19th place today solidifies the American’s 3rd place in … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 23: XC Ski Nationals Update on Conditions...

Dirk Van...

March 23, 2013 (Whistler, BC) – The weather at WOP (Whistler Olympic Park) was clear and cold yesterday evening and grooming commenced at 6pm until about midnight according to Dirk Van Wijk, chief … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 22: Interview with Kikkan Randall on her...

March 22, 2013 (Falun, Sweden) – Kikkan Randall is one busy woman. The US XC Ski squad’s team leader is also the FIS Athlete’s Rep and she spent most of Thursday talking with … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 22: 2013 Haywood Cross Country Ski Nationals...

March 22, 2013 (Whistler Olympic Park, BC) – With over 800 participants signed up, the 2013 Haywood Cross Country Ski Nationals are sure to be an exhilarating week of races full of up-and-coming … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 22: Northug Leads Norge Sweep at Falun...

March 22, 2013 (Falun, Sweden) – Norway’s Petter Northug Jr. edged closer to his final goal this season – to take home the men’s overall FIS World Cup Series crown – as he … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 22: USA’s Randall Podiums at Falun 2.5km...

March 22, 2013 (Falun, Sweden) – USA’s Kikkan Randall is storming strong, even as the end of the World Cup season quickly approaches. Only days ago, she successfully defended her World Cup Sprint … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 22: Falun World Cup Finale Courses –...

March 22, 2013 (Falun, Sweden) – As the FIS XC World Cup Series Finale wraps up this weekend in Falun, Sweden concerns and protests regarding the final courses have led to a flurry … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 22: Salomon International Nordic Survey – Win...

March 22, 2013 – Salomon Nordic wants your input on Classical skis, boots, and bindings. Complete this survey today and you’ll be entered to win a number of great prizes including some S-Lab … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 21: IOC Applies Modern Drug Testing Standards...

March 21, 2013 – IOC medical commission chairman Arne Ljungqvist knows time is running out but according to a CBC.ca interview he’s vigilantly retesting samples for banned substances from the Torino 2006 Winter … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 21: Canada’s Harvey and USA’s Randall on...

March 21, 2013 (Norway) – Alex Harvey and Kikkan Randall were recent guests on Norwegian late night talk show Senkveld (Late Night) with Thomas & Harald. Check out their great interview on YouTube … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 21: Canada’s Arendz Wins Overall IPC World...

March 21, 2013 (Sochi, Russia) – Mark Arendz put the finishing touches to a memorable season by locking up the overall IPC World Cup biathlon title after winning the bronze medal in the … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 21: CCC Launches National Marketing Campaign to...

March 21, 2013 (Canmore, AB) – Cross Country Canada will ski into communities across the country with a one-of-a-kind marketing campaign that showcases the universal appeal of the sport to Canadians of all … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 20: The USA’s Kikkan Randall on Defending...

March 20, 2013 (Stockholm, Sweden) – The USA’s Kikkan Randall came to Stockholm knowing she had successfully defended her Sprint Cup title and looked forward to receiving the Crystal Globe from the King … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 20: Northug in Charge at Stockholm CL...

March 20, 2013 (Stockholm, Sweden) – Petter Northug (NOR) was all business today as he took over the overall World Cup leader’s bib with his victory in the men’s 1.1km CL Sprint on … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 20: Kowalczyk Reigns at Women’s Stockholm CL...

March 20, 2013 (Stockholm, Sweden) – The final World Cup sprint of the season unfolded on a sunny and cold but windy day as Poland’s Justyna Kowalczyk delivered a majestic performance in front … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 20: Stockholm WCup CL Sprint Qualifications –...

March 20, 2013 (Stockholm, Sweden) – Canada’s Dasha Gaiazova placed fourth in the Stockholm classic sprint qualifications led by Finland’s Anne Kylloenen. Fellow Finn Kerttu Niskanen qualified second, with Slovenia’s Katja Visnar in … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 20: Mt. Borah Adds Neon to Custom...

March 20, 2013 (Coon Valley, WI) – As the sublimation market booms, Mt. Borah has been discovering new ways to advance their custom team apparel offering. Neon, a color known for its pizazz … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 20: All Proceeds from Sale of U.S....

March 20, 2013 (Fairbanks, Alaska) – Bert Boyer, Ph.D., who is a Professor of Molecular Biology, a Director at the Center for Alaska Native Health Research and Associate Director of Human Health, Institute … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 19: Vaillancourt and Smith Win Mass Start...

March 19, 2013 (Whistler, B.C.) – National Team athletes, Audrey Vaillancourt and Nathan Smith, stole the show for the third straight day at the North American and Canadian Biathlon Championships, winning the women’s … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 19: The Way I See It –...

March 19, 2013 – For you Master Skiers – If you’re a master skier and a serious trainer and need to maximize your training time during the snow months because of your job, … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 19: Canada’s McKeever and Carleton Win Back-to-Back...

March 18, 2013 (Sochi, Russia) – Canada’s Brian McKeever and Erik Carleton made a statement to the world they will be the team to beat at the 2014 Paralympic Winter Games, winning their second straight … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 18: Interview with Matt Whitcomb at the...

March 18, 2013 (Oslo, Norway) – The US women continue to turn heads this season as a fired-up Liz Stephen earned a career-best 9th in the women’s 30km FR on Sunday at the … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 18: Val di Fiemme Shout-out From US...

March 18, 2013 (Fairbanks, Alaska) – The 2013 U.S. Cross Country Junior Nationals just ended in Fairbanks, Alaska and this great inspirational video was put together by the US XC Ski Team from … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 18: 2013 Oregon Spring Camp Dates...

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March 18, 2013 (Bend/Mt Bachelor, Oregon) – The annual Oregon Spring Camp event in Bend/Mt Bachelor, Oregon has finalized dates for the 2013 Camp with Mt Bachelor grooming staff. Two sessions are currently … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 17: Vaillancourt and Wenzel Win Pursuit Titles...

March 17, 2013 (Whistler, B.C.) – It was a day of familiar faces making their way to the podium at the North American and Canadian Biathlon Championships on Sunday in Whistler, B.C. Quebec’s … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 17: USA’s Hendrickson Scores Historic Large Hill...

March 17, 2013 (Oslo, Norway) – Sarah Hendrickson (Park City, UT) flew 133.5 meters to her fourth World Cup win for a historic victory at the women’s large hill debut and season finale … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 17: USA’s Burke Strong 4th at IBU...

March 17, 2013 (Khanty-Mansiysk, RUS) – The USA’s Tim Burke narrowly missed his third podium of the 2012/13 season as he battled with Norwegian star, Emil Hegle Svendsen, on Sunday in the men’s … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 17: USA’s Stephen Career-Best 9th as Johaug...

March 17, 2013 (Oslo, Norway) – The USA’s Liz Stephen dug deep for a spectacular day in the famed Holmenkollen placing 9th in women’s 30km FR for her first top-10 result at this … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 17: Canada’s Brian McKeever and Erik Carleton...

Brian Mckeever Vuokatti March 24...

March 17, 2013 (Sochi, Russia) – The Irish eyes were smiling on Brian McKeever and Erik Carleton as the Canadian duo skied to the gold medal in the first para-Nordic event on the … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 17: U.S. XC Junior Nationals Final Day...

MOJ …Saxton (r) takes Hanneman [P]...

March 17, 2013 (Fairbanks, Alaska) – Here’s a recap of the final day of racing at the 2013 U.S. Cross Country Junior Nationals where the 10/15km Classic OJ and J1 races plus the … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 17: Norway’s Bjoergen OUT of Women’s 30km...

Marit Bjoergen (NOR) [P] Nordic...

March 17, 2013 (Oslo, Norway) – Norway’s queen skier, Marit Bjoergen, is not on the start line for the women’s 30km FR at the Holmenkollen this morning where surely fans are disappointed at her … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 16: USA’s Sadie Bjornsen Podiums at OPA...

Sadie Bjornsen.2 2013-03-09 at 12.44.00...

March 16, 2013 (Toblach, Italy) – Check out these results from the OPA Cup Finals in Toblach, Italy where the USA’s Sadie Bjornsen is swarming the podium with great skiing finishing third in … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 16: North American and Canadian Biathlon Championships...

Senior men’s podium [P] Jim...

March 16, 2013 (Whistler, B.C.) – Nathan Smith and Audrey Vaillancourt were first to strike gold in the opening day of competition at the North American and Canadian Biathlon Championships in Whistler, B.C. … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 16: USA’s Bailey Scores Another Top Ten...

Lowell Bailey scores another strong top-ten...

March 16, 2013 (Khanty-Mansiysk, RUS) – With packed powder ski conditions, relatively mild temperatures around -5.6 °C and bountiful snow falling, American Lowell Bailey captured his third top-ten finish of the 2012/13 season … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 16: Soukalova Wins Women’s IBU World Cup...

IBU world cup biathlon, sprint women,...

March 16, 2013 (Khanty-Mansiysk, RUS) – Gabriela Soukalova of the Czech Republic continued her wining ways on Saturday in Khanty-Mansiysk by taking her second consecutive victory in Russia, and her third of the … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 16: Legkov Triumphs in Men’s 50km FR...

Legkov 2013-01-06 at 9.30.23...

March 16, 2013 (Oslo, Norway) – With the Sochi Games around the corner, Alexander Legkov gave Russia one of its most prestigious wins as he powered to victory on the final climb into … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 16: Seraina Boner and Anders Aukland Win...

Anders...

March 16, 2013 (Norway) – Seraina Boner (Team Coop) and Anders Aukland (Team Xtra Personell) won Birkebeinerrennet today. Birkebeinerrennet is the fifth out of six events in Swix Ski Classics and it is … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 15: USA’s Taylor Fletcher 5th with Fastest...

Taylor Fletcher [P] U.S. Ski Team/Sarah...

March 15, 2013 (Oslo, Norway) – Taylor Fletcher (Steamboat Springs, CO) skied an impressive race, moving up to fifth from 23rd and finishing 25 seconds back from his initial 1:31 deficit after the … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 15: USA’s Hendrickson Scores Third World Cup...

Sarah Hendrickson [P] Pierre Teyssot/AFP/Getty...

March 15, 2013 (Trondheim, Norway) – Sarah Hendrickson (Park City, UT) jumped to win her third World Cup of the season Friday, using her superior telemark style to beat out Japanese rival Sara … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 15: USA’s Burke 9th and Bailey 11th...

IBU world championships biathlon, individual men,...

March 15, 2013 (Khanty-Mansiysk, Russia) – American Tim Burke was on form for a 9th-place finish in the men’s 10km Sprint today at the final round of the IBU World Cup in Khanty-Mansiysk. Burke … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 15: U.S. XC Junior Nationals Day 3...

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March 15, 2013 (Fairbanks, Alaska) – Logan Hanneman has been skiing the Birch Hill Recreation Area trails as long as he can remember. On a chilly Thursday night at the U.S. Cross Country … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 15: FIS Fantasy Marathon Cup 2012/13 Contest...

1st Prize – Nipika Lodge –...

March 15, 2013 (Toronto, ON) – We are pleased to announce the standings for the second annual SkiTrax FIS Fantasy Marathon Cup 2012/13 Contest after the American Birkebeiner 50km free technique race held in … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 15: 29th Annual Pepsi Challenge Results, Photos...

Happy skiers… [P] Pepsi...

March 15, 2013 (Biwabik, MN) – Adam Swank of Duluth, MN won the men’s 48km free technique race at 29th Annual Pepsi Challenge Cross Country Ski Race held at Giants Ridge on March … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 14: U.S. XC Junior Nationals Day 3...

Junior Nats...

March 14, 2013 (Fairbanks, Alaska) – The U.S. and Alaska flags flapped steadily in the Birch Hill stadium as the qualifying round of the freestyle sprint began late Thursday morning amid brisk conditions.
The … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 14: Soukalova Takes Sprint Victory at IBU...

Gabriela Soukalova (CZE) [P] Nordic Focus...

March 14, 2013 (Khanty-Mansiysk, RUS) – Sunny skies, a light wind, and cold temperatures greeted athletes for the final round of the IBU World Cup series. Taking her second victory of the season … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 14: The Way I See It –...

Marty Hall...

March 14, 2013 – Petter Northug – Say or think what you want about this guy, he is one hell of a racer and he is totally focused on maximizing his effort in … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 14: SkiTrax FIS Fantasy World Cup 2012/13...

1st Prize – Fischer 12/13 Carbonlite...

March 14, 2013 (Toronto, ON) – We are pleased to announce the 2012/13 SkiTrax FIS Fantasy World Cup Contest standings after round 9 of the Viessmann XC FIS World Cup in Lahti, Finland, … READ MORE → 0 comments

Mar 14: Northug Takes Aim at Overall WCup...

Northug bests Poltoranin (l) for the...

March 13, 2013 (Drammen, Norway) – Petter Northug Jr. delivered a knock-out punch in the men’s 1.3km CL sprint as he claimed his first victory in Drammen to the delight of the partisan crowd. Northug … READ MORE → 0 comments