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Getting Unstuck: Go from “Just Okay” to “Better!” This Season

Already gotten plenty of early season trail time? Time to plan a trip with an itinerary that lets you ski AND play. Make Your Pace Pay Off DU ski coach, Dave Stewart, recommends spending most of your time skiing... Read More

Tips & Ideas November 16, 2015

Ski Season’s On—And There’s More Than Just Skiing

Already gotten plenty of early season trail time? Time to plan a trip with an itinerary that lets you ski AND play. Situation: Reviving some romance. Solution: Ice Skating He wobbles, you steady him, she slips,... Read More

Tips & Ideas November 16, 2015

Surprising Do’s and Dont's for Early-Season Skiing

The snow’s flying in the high country and the diehard among us are ready to get back on the trails, even though it’s early. Here’s how to avoid the mistakes most skiers make: Don't: ... Read More

Tips & Ideas November 16, 2015

Colorado Nordic Centers: Your Snow Adventure Headquarters

Your favorite Colorado Nordic center is more than just a place to stop in to grab a trail pass or some Klister—guest ranches and Nordic centers across the state have ever-increasing offerings to get you out in the... Read More

Tips & Ideas November 16, 2015

Easy-Access Nordic Day Trips

Where to head for a cross-country ski when you don’t have lots of time? The snow in the Rockies is finally falling (and falling, and falling) and skiers are itching to get back on the trails. Of course, there are... Read More

Travel Tips November 16, 2015

Nordic Ski Getaways

Settle into a cozy lodge for an off-the-beaten-path trip that let’s you stay where you play. Sure, lots of us work our Nordic skiing into our free time and weekends, but when was the last time you took a break... Read More

Travel Tips November 16, 2015

Hey, Santa! 6 Expert Gift Picks for Nordic Skiers?

Forget wandering around REI for last-minute gear gifts. The ski pros at our Colorado Nordic Centers recommend these new, cool, tried and tested picks. You can find most of these through the shops at your local Nordic... Read More

Tips & Ideas November 16, 2015

Nordic Nutrition: What to Eat for XC Skiing

Bonking during a 30K race? Huge bummer. With the right nutrition, you can up your performance or just plain have more fun. All Carbs Are Not Equal Most of us get the basics—carb up before a big event, pack... Read More

Tips & Ideas November 12, 2015