Cross Country Skier articles from November 2003

Cross Country Skier archives from November 2003

Advocate!(fresh Snow)
November 1, 2003... The dictionary defines advocate as: "to support or speak in favor of something (verb); supporter, backer, campaigner, activist, promoter, believer, sponsor (noun). I'd like to start our 2003 publishing season by urging everyone who enjoys the...

Stokely Creek.(Letters to the Editor)(Letter to the Editor)
November 1, 2003... This letter comes to you as a belated thank you for several things: First--for making such a drastic improvement in the content and appearance of Cross Country Skier magazine. I now look forward to its arrival each time. It is so much more...

Alcho-tourism.(Letters to the Editor)(Letter to the Editor)
November 1, 2003... I applaud you for your article in Fresh Snow in the December 2002 issue. I live in Pennsylvania where x-c skiing has been trying to catch on for several decades. Needless to say, we have few areas that actually groom and track. So, most of the...

Nordic art.(Letters to the Editor)(Letter to the Editor)
November 1, 2003... Just wanted to let you know I think the magazine is getting better and better. I'm most appreciative of December's article about art. I have been looking for art with a Nordic theme, but haven't been able to... wonderful article! M....

Yoga book.(Letters to the Editor)(Letter to the Editor)
November 1, 2003... I'm a subscriber and noticed the reference in Vol 22, Issue 4, to a book, Mental Toughness Training for XC Skiers in the yoga article. Called my local Barnes and Noble and cannot locate the book. Perhaps you can send me the ISBN # and/or...

More than racing.(Letters to the Editor)(Letter to the Editor)
November 1, 2003... I got back from Florida and read the last issue of your magazine. I just have to tell you that was probably the most enjoyment I have gotten out of any xc publication at any time. I don't know if you read the article I put on the Wisconsin...

Noquemenon participant.(Letters to the Editor)(Letter to the Editor)
November 1, 2003... It certainly was a pleasant surprise to find a complimentary one-year subscription to Cross Country Skier in my participant packet. I was even more thrilled after 1 read the complimentary copy that was also included. The magazine contained...

Kind words.(Letters to the Editor)(Letter to the Editor)
November 1, 2003... It is always a happy day in my home when your magazine comes to tell me more about my favorite sport. Indeed, I am writing this note to you from our Vermont home just having spent a grand day on the trails in West Dover. What more can I ask...

Global warming.(Letters to the Editor)(Letter to the Editor)
November 1, 2003... Within 15 years, snow will likely be scarce and unreliable in the lower 48 states due to accelerated global warming. Our sport's days appear numbered and our children will be the biggest losers in all this. Why does no one, including our...

Hold the fluff.(Letters to the Editor)(Letter to the Editor)
November 1, 2003... I recently subscribed and received my first issue in December. I'm wondering if you could send me the October and November back issues, and start my subscription from then? I noticed in the December issue some references to training tips in...

Ski video correction.(Letters to the Editor)(Letter to the Editor)
November 1, 2003... Thank you for reviewing my son, Andy Newell's, video, "Generation X Ski." However, the e-mail address you put in the review for further information is incorrect. It should be xskifilms@hotmail.com. I would appreciate it if you could...

XCZONE video.(Letters to the Editor)(Letter to the Editor)
November 1, 2003... It's been so much fun to have this magazine back again. Your group is doing a fine job. I ordered your magazine for two years before and received the XCZONE video. I thought it would be fun to see snow before it actually started falling...

Skiing with dogs.(Letters to the Editor)(Letter to the Editor)
November 1, 2003... I have been a subscriber for many years and I am pleased with the magazine under its new and latest publisher. I am writing because of the recent article on x-c skiing with your dog which I enjoyed very much. The picture of the Golden...

New recommendations make water a slippery subject.(balanced Life)
November 1, 2003... WATER IS THE SOURCE OF LIFE. It's also the source of controversy and confusion ever since new recommendations on the quantity athletes should be sipping started to stream forth last spring. For years, advice to those who exercise has been...

Keeping it fun with ski walking.(technique & Training)
November 1, 2003... IT'S TIME TO GET SERIOUS ABOUT SKIING if you want to make the most of the upcoming winter. To increase your success and enjoyment when the snow flies, you need to get outside now. Make friends with the rain and the dusk of fall. Get used to...

Caring for waxless skis.(kicks & Glide)
November 1, 2003... Most people own waxless skis, also known as fish scale or step skis, for two reasons: They do not want to deal with kick waxing their skis, nor do they want to clean kick wax off their skis. For this reason, care of waxless skis needs to be...

Winter Wildlands continues advocacy efforts.
November 1, 2003... In a first for skiers and snowshoers, the human-powered winter recreation community last summer began negotiations with national federal land management agencies to protect the rights of non-motorized backcountry users against encroaching...

Beech trees demystified.(frozen World)
November 1, 2003... ROUNDING A CORNER IN FULL STRIDE, KICK AND GLIDING ON SOME SUBLIME LATE-WINTER KLISTER MIX--and suddenly the tracks ahead are tan instead of white, half an inch deep in leaves. I screech to a halt and jump out of the tracks, anything to keep...

Finland: from border to border.
November 1, 2003... "ONE LAST ANNOUNCEMENT," THE TOUR LEADER SAID DURING THE EVENING BRIEFING SHE WOULD REPEAT IN THREE LANGUAGES. "We've had to change tomorrow's route. Instead of 74 kilometers, you get to ski 84 kilometers. But there will be no extra charge" ...

For women only.
November 1, 2003... To Christal McDougall, heaven means skiing the perfectly groomed trails of Waterville Valley, gliding through birch and beech trees just after sunset, as the pink light on New Hampshire's White Mountains casts a glow on the valley. She feels at...

Alaska Ski for women: getting women out to ski.
November 1, 2003... On Super Bowl Sunday 2003, while much of the western world turned its eyes on San Diego to watch the Buccaneers and Raiders, 1,574 women skied together in Alaska. In its seventh year, the Alaska Ski for Women kicked off its event in Anchorage...

2002/2003 race season recap the International XC "Hangover".(competitive Edge)
November 1, 2003... BACK IN MY RACING DAYS, there was a running joke among the collegiate and elite crowd: if you couldn't win the race, at least try to win the party. As you can imagine, following such a philosophy led to rather ugly ski performances as hangovers...

Birds of a feather flock together.
November 1, 2003... When both arms and legs work in sync, the wax is right and the sun is shining, the effort of climbing out of bed and walking out the front door is rewarded. When a morning on the snow is that good, you can't possibly keep it to yourself. ...

Going to camp.
November 1, 2003... LOOKING TO IMPROVE YOUR TECHNIQUE, GET A LITTLE EXTRA KICK AND GLIDE or get a jump on getting in shape for the season? Or maybe you are thinking about entering a race. A specialized Nordic training camp may be just the ticket. What better way...

New equipment preview.
November 1, 2003... It's that time of year again, when we parade the newest, latest and greatest cross country ski equipment on the market. In an ongoing effort to keep you informed about what's out there, we present this equipment without subjective...

Glacier National Park: skiing roads into its heart.
November 1, 2003... Bears hibernate. Lakes freeze. Roads close. In a Montana winter, Glacier National Park's one million square acre wilderness is entombed in snow. The park transfigures into a wild bastion of ice, but miles of gently climbing portals carve...

2003-2004 directory of Nordic Centers: trails & destinations.
November 1, 2003... EAST/NORTHEAST Connecticut Maplewood Farm 129 Grantville Road Norfolk, CT 06058 860/542-5882 * Pine Mountain Ski Touring 378 South Road, Hartland, CT 06027 860/653-4279 pinemtn@snet.net * Winding Trails...

Destination guide.(Advertisement)
November 1, 2003... Craftsbury Outdoor Center ... . CRAFBBURY, VERMONT VERMONT'S UNSPOILED NORTHEAST KINGDOM! Craftsbury Outdoor Center, the renowned four-season destination for cross-country skiing, biking and rowing, has accommodations for 90 guests....

Skitowns: Jackson, Wy.
November 1, 2003... Groom It and They Will Come. Jackson, Wyoming, is called a skier's paradise. Mix snowfall that comes early and stays late with world class accommodations aud natural beauty. This simple formula makes Jackson Hole live up to its reputation....

Skitown's: Jackson, NH.
November 1, 2003... It's a mid-January Saturday afternoon in the New Hampshire White Mountain village of Jackson. Scotsman Rod MacKenzie is just warming up for apres ski at the local watering hole. After a day out on the tracks of Jackson Ski Touring Foundation's...

Acadia National Park.(Ski Touring)
November 1, 2003... Eerie calm and cheery cold. Two winter trademarks of Acadia National Park accompanied our virtually private ski tour of Mount Desert Island. Recently, my wife and I experienced the snowy white peaks of Maine's mountains illuminated by pink...

With the wind at your back.
November 1, 2003... Dan Clausen has been sailing for several years. After hours and hours of practice, he's learned to judge the direction and speed of the wind and adjust his sails accordingly In the best conditions he can reach 40 miles per hour. No need to flip...

Fireside.
November 1, 2003... For 43-year-old Kathy Strahan, learning how to cross country ski meant more than just overcoming the normal frustration beginners experience. In her quest to ski, the California native tackled chronic knee problems, complete blindness and her...

Club feature: Sovereign Lake Nordic Ski Club.
November 1, 2003... The Okanagan Valley in southern British Columbia has more days of sunshine than any other region in all of Canada. With over 23 feet of dry Okanagan powder snow dumped annually and ample blue sky, you know the skiing there has to be good. ...

Off road roller skis.
November 1, 2003... Roller skiing has long been recognized as one of the best ways to get in shape for skiing or stay in shape during the off season. Muscle memory and ski specific strength are best maintained or developed by using techniques and equipment that...

Riverside Ski Carriers.(New stuff: a collection of the newest gear and apparel for winter enthusiasts)
November 1, 2003... Riverside Ski Carriers are made from high density foam. Packed in a mesh storage bag, the Ski Carrier Kit includes non-skid blocks, winter block straps and heavy duty utility straps. The blocks feature a special cut-out design for easy...

Bula Base Layer and Headwear.(New stuff: a collection of the newest gear and apparel for winter enthusiasts)
November 1, 2003... Bula has introduced a line of base layers for men and women that features seamless knitting technology Knit with micro denier nylon and Lycra, Bula reduces the number of seams to increase comfort and function. A vented knit texture transfers...

Slidesystems.(New stuff: a collection of the newest gear and apparel for winter enthusiasts)
November 1, 2003... A pick-up is standard equipment in snow country but taking your skis along can be a challenge. Slidesystems has partnered with RV-INNO to offer a way to transport skis above the truck bed. Slidesystems uses a pair of rails mounted on the...

Aqua Glycolic Face Cream.(New stuff: a collection of the newest gear and apparel for winter enthusiasts)
November 1, 2003... Let's face it. A day of skiing in the bright sun and cold wind can be hard on your cheeks. Aqua Glycolic Face Cream is formulated to treat sun-damaged aging skin. Using advanced ingredients, the cream reduces irritation and hydrates the skin....

Vancouver-Whistler selected as host city for 2010 Winter Olympics.(Nordic News November 2003)
November 1, 2003... In July, the International Olympic Committee announced the selection of Vancouver-Whistler as host city for the 2010 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games, scheduled for February 12-28, 2010 and March 12-21, 2010 respectively Alpine and...

Second edition of collegiate skiing book released.(Nordic News November 2003)
November 1, 2003... The second edition of One Week in March: A Manual For Prospective Collegiate Nordic Skiers by Corey Coogan and published by Rockmine Press is now available. Designed to meet the needs of a variety of skiers, from recreational to U.S. Ski...

Cross country and snowshoe resorts get a North American Web site of their own.(Nordic News November 2003)
November 1, 2003... Nordic skiers can now plan their vacations on the web. The recently launched xcskiresorts.com describes North America's top cross country skiing and snowshoeing destinations. It is the only web site with such an extensive coverage of Nordic ski...

Army biathlon team reunion held in Alaska.(Nordic News November 2003)
November 1, 2003... During a biathlon World Cup event almost three years ago, many of the volunteers were former members of the U.S. Biathlon Team. Between 1958 and 1973, the biathlon team was sponsored by the U.S. Army and was based at Fort Richardson, Alaska....

USSA announces 2004 team.(US Ski Team News)
November 1, 2003... Olympians Kris Freeman, Carl Swenson and Justin Freeman are among six skiers named to the U.S. Cross Country Ski Team for the coming season. "Kris and Carl had great results last season and we look for them to keep that momentum going....

Swenson honored by USSA.(US Ski Team News)
November 1, 2003... New Hampshire native, Carl Swenson, collected the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association's highest athletic honor at the final banquet for USSA's 2003 Congress. Swenson, a two-time Olympic competitor, received the Buddy Werner Award, given annually...

USSA to cut $2 million from budget.(US Ski Team News)
November 1, 2003... The U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association will trim $2 million from its budget for the coining fiscal year due to predicted revenue shortfalls. The cutbacks, $1 million in athletic programs and $1 million elsewhere, will leave USSA with a budget...

"Unbelievable" snow for New Zealand training camp.(US Ski Team News)
November 1, 2003... Members of the United States Ski Team experienced midwinter snow conditions when they participated in a three-week training camp at the Snow Farm on New Zealand's South Island this summer. The terrain had a little of everything--some...

$20 million in capital improvements at New Hampshire ski areas.(New Hampshire)
November 1, 2003... Following the state's second best ski season, New Hampshire's ski areas have invested an estimated $20 million in capital improvements ranging from a ski area reopening to purchasing new rental equipment. Skiers will notice improvements at...

Maplelag selected as best cross country ski area.(Minnesota)
November 1, 2003... Maplelag Resort in Callaway, Minnesota has claimed the title of North America's best cross country ski resort based on the results of the 2002/03 Best XC Ski Resort Poll presented by Fischer Cross Country Skis and SportHill Performance...

New Trail Association formed on Minnesota's north shore.(Minnesota)
November 1, 2003... The Sugarbush Trail Association (STA) was formed as a non-profit corporation to manage, maintain and improve the non-motorized trails of the Sugarbush Trail system near Torte, MN. Tofte is located in Cook County in the tip of the Arrowhead area...

In April, a proposal to build a 12-room inn with a helipad, restaurant and stable, was stopped by the efforts of the Snowlands Network and the Reno-based Coalition for Safe and Appropriate Winter Sports (CSAWS) and other skiers.(California)
November 1, 2003... In April, a proposal to build a 12-room inn with a helipad, restaurant and stable, was stopped by the efforts of the Snowlands Network and the Reno-based Coalition for Safe and Appropriate Winter Sports (CSAWS) and other skiers. The proposed...

Tahoe Meadows, on the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest southwest of Reno, has been a popular area for cross-country and backcountry skiing and snowshoeing for over 20 years.(Nevada)
November 1, 2003... Tahoe Meadows, Oil the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest southwest of Reno, has been a popular area for cross-country and backcountry skiing and snowshoeing for over 20 years. In 2000, the Coalition for Safe and Appropriate Winter Sports (CSAWS)...

In March, the Wasatch-Cache National Forest Revised Plan was released after a four year planning process.(Utah)
November 1, 2003... In March, the Wasatch-Cache National Forest Revised Plan was released after a four year planning process. In the Revised Plan, 7,500 acres have been newly designated non-motorized area, while 540,000 acres remain open to winter motorized use....

Alaska Winter Olympians foundation to be formed.(Alaska)
November 1, 2003... Nine Alaskan athletes, all of whom participated in the 2002 Winter Olympics, have come together to promote education, sportsmanship and enthusiasm for sports in Alaska. Their goal is to create an organization that will ensure the future success...

Toko US reorganized.(Ski Biz News)
November 1, 2003... The Swiss company Toko is part of the Mammut Sports Group, which markets the Mammut, Raichle and Ajungilak brands. Climb High, Inc. in Shelburne, VT is also owned by the Mammut Sports Group and has distributed those brands to specialty stores....

Doc DesRoches, former head of Ski Industries America, dies at age 86.(Ski Biz News)
November 1, 2003... Ralph A. "Doc" DesRoches, 86, died on June 30, 2003, at his home on Clearwater Lake in Industry, ME. During World War II, Desroches served in the 10th Mountain Division, training ski troops at Camp Hale, Colorado and Lake Placid, New York. ...

SIA launches "Winter Feels Good", national public awareness campaign.(Ski Biz News)
November 1, 2003... In response to numerous government reports citing the lack of physical activity in the United States, SnowSports Industries America (SIA) launched Winter Feels Good this past summer, a nationwide public awareness campaign that promotes the...

New General Manager for Silver Star.(Ski Biz News)
November 1, 2003... Michael Sherwood, CGA, has been appointed to the position of General Manager, Silver Star Ski Resort Ltd. Mr. Sherwood takes on the role of General Manager after spending the last 18 months as Company Controller. Sherwood can be reached by...

Tracks to try.(Advertisement)
November 1, 2003... CALIFORNIA Bear Valley Cross Country Nestled in the super scenic High Sierra and surrounded by two wilderness areas, Bear Valley Cross Country offers some of the finest striding and skating anywhere! With impeccable grooming, expansive...

Not for everyone.(off Track)
November 1, 2003... NOW AND THEN, WHEN I'M LOOKING FOR SOMETHING TO WORRY ABOUT (not that, with three sons and a husband, I don't have enough already), I wonder if the resorts where I like to ski are really pulling in enough customers to sustain themselves....