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Cross-Country Ski Rentals

January 11, 2010
Looking for cross-country ski rentals? We've put together a collection of links, both in the Twin Cities and around the region.

NewPioneer Midwest: Ski Lineups and Updates

April 18, 2024
Pioneer Midwest highlights the ski line-ups for next season from the major manufacturers and is offering their ski picking service to find that perfect race pair.

Untapped: New Varieties Announced

April 10, 2024
Just in time for warmer days ahead, UnTapped all natural athletic fuel company has released two new varieties of their Mapleaid drink mix: Lime and Maple.

Fischer: Another Successful Nordic World Cup Season

March 26, 2024
This year's World Cup season has come to an end, with Fischer athletes awarded four Overall globes and eight discipline World Cup globes. Fischer athletes also recorded 129 World Cup victories, 104 second place finishes and 99 third place finishes, accounting for 55% of all podium places during the season.

Finn Sisu: Winter Arrival Sale, Finnish Coach Clinic

March 23, 2024
Finn Sisu is note the arrival of winter with 30% off all ski equipment and clothing through March 31st. Plus, join Olli Ohtonen, coach of Finnish superstar Iivo Niskanen, in a two-day series of seminars designed to educate US coaches and skiers in the latest scientific methods of ski training.

Out There: Summer Storage Wax Party

March 8, 2024
Out There Ski Shop is offering a Summer Storage Wax Party, where you can come in and learn how to prep your skis for summer storage. Or simply set up a drop-off and have them do the job! Plus Spring stonegrinding service available til March 30th.

New Moon: Birkie Week Sale

February 20, 2024
New Moon is celebrating Birkie Week with end-of-season storewide sales on clothing and accessories, with large discounts on previous year's model skis, boots and poles (in stock only). See the full breakdown on discounts and stop by the shop this week!

Rossignol: Youth Ski Day and Poster Signing Monday

February 17, 2024
Come out Monday, Feb 19th, for the Loppet's big Playday event and get a Rossignol poster signed and ski with US Ski team members Gus Schumacher, Scott Patterson and Zak Ketterson! Posters will be provided and athletes will be available for a meet and greet as well as to join kids on snow skiing and games.

Madshus: Redline Collection 2024 is Innovation Redefined

February 16, 2024
Madshus is introducing their all-new-for-2024 Redline collection. Redline is Madshus’ Race Engineered Development designed and built in Norway and tested by the world’s best for the next generation of racing. Madshus Redline skis and boots are set to launch globally in Fall 2024.

New Moon: Birkie Race Wax and Stonegrinding

February 13, 2024
New Moon is offering a discount on Birkie race wax service, and a final call on Birkie stonegrinding -- act quickly, window closes on Sunday, Feb 18th.

Madshus: Introduction SkateX

February 9, 2024
Madshus and Rottefella are introducing a revolutionary new system designed specifically for skating, called SkateX. The system features a connection point between the binding and boot that is moved further under the foot, to provide more energy transfer through the leg and foot into the snow.

Untapped: Birkie Fueling Guide with Ben Ogden

February 3, 2024
Top World Cup skier Ben Ogden shares his fueling strategies for the upcoming 50th Annual American Birkebeiner in this feature from Untapped.

Ski Hut: Nordic Deals

January 31, 2024
Ski Hut is offer up to 20% Nordic hard goods and up to 30% off on apparel - stop in and score your deal now.

Out There: Open House Weekend Feb 2-4

January 27, 2024
Out There ski shop is hosting their second Open House of the season, Friday Feb 2nd thru Sunday, Feb 4th. Plus, check out in-store specials this week with 15% off kick wax and klisters.

New Moon: Boot Sale, Birkie Wax Service

January 26, 2024
New Moon is offering up to 35% off select race boots, plus a discount code on their Birkie wax service.

Out There: Birkie Week Race Service Filling Fast

January 18, 2024
Out There ski shop is reporting their openings for Birkie/Korte race wax service are already over 50% full. They offer two levels and cover all the major Birkie week skiing events.

Skiplukkern: Birkie Champ David Norris partners with Skiplukkern of Norway

January 17, 2024
Skiplukkern is the leading cross-country ski picking and fleet analysis company in Norway. This year the company has expanded to the USA, with two time Birkie champ and World Cup skier David Norris joining their team.

nordist Brand Launch

January 15, 2024
Minnesota based designer and devoted Nordic skier, Andy Powell recently launched his nordist brand featuring lifestyle products for cross country skiers and winter lovers. Check out the wide range of items on the nordist website.

UnTapped: UnTapped Welcomes Ben Ogden

January 9, 2024
Top World Cup skier Ben Odgen joins the UnTapped roster of athletes for the 2024 season! Odgen and UnTapped are both Vermont natives, making it a perfect team-up for the all natural Maple fueling brand.

Pioneer Midwest: Team Gregg Training Classes

January 8, 2024
Pioneer Midwest has partnered with Team Gregg to offer an eight week ski technique and training class, meeting Tuesday mornings down at Theodore Wirth. Workouts alternate between skate and classic, all abilities welcome.

Ski Hut: Wax Clinic Schedule

December 27, 2023
Ski Hut has published their wax clinic schedule for the season, with a wide range of topics -- from beginner clinics to discussion on specific race waxing. Their first event is this Thursday, Dec 28th, featuring everyday waxing Q&A. RSVP is required to ensure there is an audience for each clinic.

Gear West: Eight Days of Deals

December 12, 2023
Gear West is helping out with that Christmas list, offering eight days of deals -- check out their website for the full selection of gift ideas.

Untapped: Birkie Fuel, Ben Odgen

December 4, 2023
UnTapped has partnered with the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation (ABSF) as the official fuel and hydration sponsor. Top US skier (and also from Vermont), Ben Odgen, gives a shoutout for Untapped and the Birkie 2024!

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Video from Untapped: Ben Ogden Excited for 2024 Birkie

Gear West: JNQ Wax Service

November 27, 2023
Gear west is again offering race wax service for the Junior National Qualifier events. The first event is coming up fast, Dec 9-10th in Duluth, so get your skis in the queue!

New Moon: Trail Rewards Program

November 17, 2023
Trail Rewards is New Moon's free loyalty program. Members get rewards for every $1 spent which can redeem rewards for product discounts. Plus, they receive first access to New Moon's newest products and much more.

Untapped: Biggest Sale of the Year

November 10, 2023
Kickoff your holiday shopping with Untapped products during their biggest sale of the year, running Nov 12th and 13th. Save on everything from waffles to Maple-aid to organic maple syrup, along with all kinds of Untapped gear.

New Moon: Customer Appreciation Sale and Ladies Night

November 9, 2023
New Moon is hosting their Customer Appreciation Sale Thursday-Sunday, and a special Ladies Night event on Saturday evening. Storewide savings on most items of 15% (use code THEBEST15) and even better savings on some items in store!

Pioneer Midwest: Ski Swap Weekend

November 7, 2023
Pioneer Midwest is running their Ski Swap event is this weekend, Nov 11-12th. This year, the format on Saturday is based on a time slot reservation, while Sunday is first come, first serve.

Gear West: Ski Swap this Saturday

November 7, 2023
The Gear West Ski Swap is this Saturday morning, Nov 11th. A portion of the swap sales goes toward supporting local teams.

Ski Hut: World Cup Fit Night Wednesday

November 4, 2023
Join Ski Hut this Wednesday evening (Nov 8th) for World Cup Fit Night with the experts from Salomon Nordic! Hear from Team USA World Cup Jason Cork (Jessie Diggins' personal coach), Salomon Race Director Andre Watt, World Cup Service team member and head "Rex-pert" Chris Hecker, and Drew Holbrook our Salomon Nordic regional representative!

Pioneer Midwest: CXC SuperFit this Weekend

October 31, 2023
CXC and Team Birkie athletes will be at Pioneer Midwest this weekend, Nov 3-5, to help fit skis, lead a rollerski training session, and discuss strategies with club leaders and coaches. And receive 20% off all clothing and 10% off all hard goods like skis, bindings, boots and poles.

Finn Sisu: Pre-Season Nordic Tune Up Sunday

October 31, 2023
Finn Sisu is hosting a pre-season Nordic tuneup clinic this Sunday, Nov 5th. Come find out about the importance of ski fit and stonegrinding for conditions, plus some tips for your ski marathons. And Endurance Adventures Brian Gregg and Kim Rudd will be on hand to discuss their winter ski vacations.

Gear West: Ski Fit and Wax Clinic Nov 2nd

October 30, 2023
Come out Thursday evening to Gear West for the latest info on wax products and ski fit by David Chamberlain, then stick around for a presentation on Endurance Adventures ski trips this winter.

Riverbrook: Early Snowy Winter Sale, Nov 2-12

October 29, 2023
Riverbrook Bike and Ski in downtown Hayward is running an Early Snowy Winter Sale, starting Thursday, Nov 2nd. Save 15% on all new equipment, clothing, plus 40% off last year's ski boots, closeouts on Salomon shoes, and more.

Pioneer Midwest: Fall Tune Up Clinic Oct 30th

October 28, 2023
On Monday evening, Oct 30th, join Matt Liebsch for a ski fit/grind seminar and personal fitting of your current ski equipment. Kim Rudd and Brian Gregg will provide a short presentation of the upcoming Endurance Adventure ski trips to Canada, Washington and Alaska!

New Moon: 2023-24 Catalog is Out

October 26, 2023
The 2022-23 edition of the New Moon Catalog is out and is on its way to skiers! Sign up to receive a catalog if you don't already get one.