February 25, 2011   (Toronto, ON) – We are pleased to announce that a total of 250 contestants from 19 countries have registered for the SkiTrax FIS Fantasy Oslo Nordic Worlds 2011 Contest as the championships are now underway at the Holmenkollen in Norway – the biggest event on the Nordic ski calendar this year.

Contestants are eligible to win lots of great prizes, including the Grand Prize – an Alpina package featuring Peltonen Infra or Supra skis, Alpina ESK Boots, Rottefella Xcelerator Bindings, and Yoko 81100 Carbon Poles valued at $1,350.

Team 1808m is in first place with 65 points followed by SpandyAndy in second with 60 points. Two teams are tied for third – BYRAMSKICOUK and peta each have 55 points.

For the complete REVISED standings after the Freestyle Sprint click HERE.

Nordic Worlds 2011 Contest Prizes
*1st Prize – Alpina package – Peltonen Infra or Supra skis, Alpina ESK Boots, Rottefella Xcelerator Bindings, and Yoko 81100 Carbon Poles. (value $1,350)
*2nd Prize – Nipika Package – 2-nights for up to 6 people in luxurious cabin, including Trail Fees (value up to $1,220)
*3rd Prize – Fischer RCS Skate or Classic Boots (value $469)
*4th Prize – One Way Diamond Storm Premio Poles (value $360)
*5th Prize – Swix Digital T72 Iron (value $350)
*6th Prize – Fresh Air Experience or High Peaks Cyclery Gift Certificate (value $150)
*7th Prize – Rottefella Xcelerator Skate/Classic Bindings (value $130)
*8th Prize – Sporthill Men’s XC Pants (value $120)
*9th Prize – Auclair Micro Mountain Olympic Gloves + Earbags (value $65)
*10th Prize – Buff Headwear (value $40)

Good luck to all contestants and thanks to FIS, Oslo 2011 and all of our great sponsors including Alpina, Peltonen, Yoko, Nipika Mountain Resort, Fischer, One Way, Swix, Fresh Air Experience, High Peaks Cyclery, Rottefella, Auclair, and Buff Canada.

SkiTrax is North America’s leading Nordic skiing publication and the official magazine of the United States Ski and Snowboard Association (USSA) and Cross Country Canada (CCC).