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Top Nordic Gifts This Holiday Season

Anyone who loves a Nordic skier knows they’re hard to shop for—they’ve got wax preferences and fit issues and high arches and brand loyalty and some run hot and others need layers… Good luck... Read More
Tips & Ideas December 08, 2017

Finding the Right Fit

First things first is getting fitted properly for your boots, skis and poles. Having the right fit and gear will help you progress faster.

Getting Started, Video December 01, 2017

Classic Nordic Ski Lesson

Want to start with the basics? This video will teach you the best way to stand up (in case you fall or when you fall), provide tips on turning and most importantly teach you how to stop! Get inspired to get on the snow and try something new.

Getting Started, Video December 01, 2017

7 Habits That Give You a Jump on the Nordic Season

Early season is a flurry of iffy conditions, unpredictable trails and bodies that may have forgotten a thing or two since we left them in fine spring form. Here’s how to get on track for a killer winter. On the... Read More
Tips & Ideas November 08, 2017

CCCSA Opening Days

Opening Days:  Breckenridge Nordic Fri., Nov. 10: Opening Day (snow dependent) Frisco Nordic Center  Sat., Nov. 18: Opening Day (snow dependent) Aspen Cross Country Center Thurs., Nov 23: Opening Day (snow dependent) ... Read More
News November 08, 2017

Vote Latigo Ranch & Devil's Thumb Ranch for Top 10 XC Areas!

Latigo Ranch and Devil's Thumb Ranch are both nominees (and well-deserved ones) for selection as Top10 XC areas in North America by USA Today! USA Today asked a panel of Nordic ski experts to nominate their 20 top... Read More
News November 01, 2017

Q&A: Buying Nordic Equipment

Don Hinsvark, Nordic equipment specialist, is referred to as “The Nordic Guy” by his co-workers. We sat down to discuss equipment, different cross country ski styles, and the cost of cross country skiing for... Read More
Tips & Ideas September 05, 2017
University of Denver ski team member Jasmi Joensuu cross trains on roller skis for the Nordic season back home in Tuusula, Finland.

Guide to Roller Skiing in Colorado

Roller skiing is a preferred dryland method of training for beginner, expert, and professional Nordic skiers. Unlike an elliptical, treadmill, or rowing machine, roller skis are designed to mimic the motion of cross... Read More
Tips & Ideas July 27, 2017
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