November 14, 2011 (Toronto, ON) – We are excited to announce that over 200 teams have registered so far for the annual SkiTraxFIS Fantasy World Cup 2011/12 Contest. Nordic ski fans around the world are anticipating the season launch this weekend and the contest deadline is fast approaching.

The final day to register your team for a chance to win fabulous prizes is November 18, the day before the first FIS World Cup race in Sjusjoen, Norway. The SkiTrax Fantasy Contests are the only contests of their kind worldwide, so don’t miss your chance to enjoy top level xc ski racing and win great prizes –  good luck to all contestants.

To register click HERE.

SkiTrax Fantasy FIS World Cup 2011/12 Contest Prizes
* 1st Prize – Fischer 11/12 Carbonlite Hole Skis, Xcelerator Bindings, Carbonlite Poles (value $1,100)
* 2nd Prize – SkiGo Carbon 780 Roller Skis (value $580)
* 3rd Prize – Alpina ESK Ski Boots (value $449)
* 4th Prize – Bjorn Daehlie Exclusive US XC Ski Suit (value $300)
* 5th Prize – Sporthill XC Pants/Tights and Glacier Top (value $220)
* 6th Prize – Fresh Air Experience or High Peaks Cyclery Gift Certificate (value $150)
* 7th Prize – Rottefella Xcelerator Skate/Classic Bindings (value $130)
* 8th Prize – Bliz Proflip Visor (value $129)
* 9th Prize – Concept2 Goodie Duffle Bag (value $100)
* 10th Prize – Auclair Micro Mountain Olympic Gloves + Earbags (value $65)
* WCup Breaks – Buff Headware (value $22) to top 3 contest leaders before the Tour de Ski

Thanks to all of our great sponsors, including Fischer, SkiGo, Alpina, Bjorn Daehlie Clothing, Sporthill, Fresh Air Experience, High Peaks Cyclery, Rottefella, Bliz, Concept 2, Auclair, and Buff.

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).

October 25, 2011 – Cross Country Canada’s National Ski Team and Track Attack skiers across the country will hit the tracks this year with custom designed Buff® Headwear thanks to the ongoing support and sponsorship from Buff® Canada.

This is Buff’s® fifth year supporting the National Ski Team. Track Attack programs across the country will also receive a custom Buff created by Buff’s® design team in Spain, making these pieces fun and unique for Canada’s young skiers. The ski community can also purchase a unique selection of Buff’s through CCC’s online Web Store.

“Our team has been using this multifunctional headwear for years. Whether it is in the summer with a bandana under a bike helmet, a neckerchief while training in the hills, or a funky après race piece to warm the ears in the winter, Buff is thrilled to be supporting both the National Ski Team and Track Attack,” said Peter Collins, CEO of Buff® Canada.

Cross Country Canada’s Track Attack program is the second level of the sport’s skill development program and is designed for skiers in the ‘Learning to Train’ stage of development (aged nine to 12). For more information on Track Attack, go to: www.cccski.com > Programs > Athlete Development > Skill Development Programs.

For more information on Buff® Headwear or on custom programs, please visit www.buffcanada.com. Buff® is designed and manufactured in Igulada Spain and is a hip and fun manufacturing company that pushes boundaries in performance just like Canadian Nordic skiers racing to reach their goals. Buff® looks for optimal performance in all products; in business and in the mountains.