February 20, 2015 (Toronto, ON) – We are pleased to announce the leaders of the SkiTrax FIS Fantasy World Cup Contest after round seven of the 2014/15 Viessmann XC FIS World Cup in Ostersund, Sweden.

Canada’s Alex Harvey (CAN) proved good form leading into the World Championships with a silver medal in the 1.2 CL men’s Sprint in Ostersund, won by Finn Hagen Krogh (NOR) (read our coverage here). Meanwhile, Marit Bjoergen (NOR) made history in the women’s ranks as she won her 90th World Cup race. The USA’s Sadie Bjornsen was the top North American, finishing 20th (read our coverage here).

In the contest standings, team ShoSho IL Skrim 3000 has jumped up two spots and into the lead with 993 points. As a result, team Heckioda, VT has fallen one spot to second with 988 points. Team Sockeye earned a podium spot with 971 points.

View the full contest standings after Ostersund HERE.

These are the only FIS Fantasy Nordic contests of their kind worldwide so don’t miss your chance to enjoy fabulous top level XC ski racing and the chance to win fabulous prizes.

Thanks to all of our great sponsors, including Fischer, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Rudy Project, High Peaks Cyclery, Bjorn Daehlie, Yoko, One Way, Madshus, Concept2 and Buff.

SkiTrax Fantasy FIS World Cup 2014/15 Contest Prizes

* 1st Prize – Fischer Carbonlite Package Skis, Boots, Poles and Xcelerator Bindings (value $1,550)
* 2nd Prize – Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise – 2-night luxury package w/breakfast & Spa (value $850)
* 3rd Prize – Rudy Project Sunglasses For Sport Agon + For Life Spinhawk (value $450)
* 4th Prize – High Peaks Cyclery Backcountry Day Trip for 2 people incl. Pro guides, equipment (value $400)
* 5th Prize – Bjorn Daehlie XC Ski Suit (value $300)
* 6th Prize – Yoko 9100 Poles (value $299)
* 7th Prize – One Way Cata Pro Jacket (value $260)
* 8th Prize –Madshus Kit w/Ski Bag, Waist Belt Bag, Headware (value $130)
* 9th Prize – Concept2 Goodie Duffle Bag (value $100)
* 10th Prize – Buff Merino Wool China Blue Dye (value $42)
* WCup Breaks – SkiTrax 1-yr Subscription

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).