2010-02-08: Maine Huts and Trails 40K and 20K Point to Point This Sunday
Carrabassett Valley, Maine - It's not too late!!! Snow conditions may be tough in other parts of New England, but the skiing is great in the Sugarloaf region. Consider a trip this Sunday to the Maine Huts and Trail point-to-point 40 and 20K tour and race.
2010-02-07: Caitlin Patterson and Patrick Johnson Win Day 2 of TD Bank Eastern Cup at Trapp Family Lodge
Patrick Caldwell and Heather Mooney are repeat winners for J2s.
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2010-02-06: Ida Sargent and Franz Bernstein Win 5/10K Classic TD Bank Eastern Cup and UVM Carnival at Trapp Family Lodge
Patrick Caldwell and Heather Mooney take J2 victories.
2010-02-06: Start lists for Sunday's TD Bank Eastern Cup/UVM Carnival now online
Link to Sunday's start lists and general information
2010-02-05: TD Bank Eastern Cup combined with UVM Winter Carnival Cross Country Races to create a fantastic weekend in Stowe, Vermont
Trapp Family Lodge, Stowe, VT—The TD Bank Eastern Cup Series arrives this weekend for two races at Trapp Touring Center. The center has been blessed with good snow despite a challenging winter in parts of New England and the snow cover has been enhanced with their expansive snowmaking system.
Update: Noon Friday... a few photos to whet your appetite added. Toko wax recommendations and seed lists now posted to Sibilia's Scoop, the Virtual Team Captain's Meeting. A total of 455 pre-registered athletes per day -- please be sure to read all pre-race information to help the event run smoothly!
2010-02-05: Toko Wax Tips for events in New England and NY this weekend
Be sure to have great skis for the weekend... Toko's recommendation was the choice of the day for a huge number of the top finishers at the TD Bank Rumford Eastern Cups... Recommendations include the TD Bank Eastern Cups, the Prospect Olympics, and the Lake Placid Loppet.
2010-02-05: Notes from TD Bank Eastern Cup Coaches meeting posted
Notes from coaches meeting can be found here. Please note the schedule changes ( mens race and podium ceremonies start time for Saturday and Sunday). Start lists will be posted later this evening.
2010-02-05: NENSA Forum Post: Housing for the Olympics
From Dale and Peggy Rodgers: Share a rental house near the Olympic venue. Link.
2010-02-05: TD Bank Eastern Cup / UVM Carnival start list for Saturday's Classic race is now online
Link here for start lists and general race information.
2010-02-04:
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2010-02-04: Area Masters Named To 2010 U.S. AXCS Masters Ski Team!
Several master skiers from the New Yorka nd New England regions were named to the team based on their performances at Masters Nationals in Craftsbury, VT. Link to Fasterskier article for full story!
2010-02-04: Race Support available at this weekend's Eastern Cup Races
NENSA will again be offering race support to athletes who are traveling to Stowe without a coach. Contact Janice@nensa.net by Thursday to sign up. There is no charge for this service.
2010-02-04: Update on Close to the Coast freestyle race
Although Pinelands is closed for skiing, the Close to the Coast freestyle race (TD Bank Citizen Series) is looking at alternative venues as we will make every effort to have this race! Remember, pre-registration is free at http://www.coastalnordic.org/coastalrace.html. Please pre-register to avoid race-morning chaos. And check back at the race website for up-to-date information. Thanks! Coastal Nordic Ski Club.
2010-02-04: Bethel Biathlon a Great Success!
See photos and story from the Biathlon race held in Bethel Maine on January 24, 2010.
2010-02-03:
2010-02-03: TD Bank Eastern Cup / UVM Carnival weekend heads to Stowe, Vermont!
Updated...This will be the third weekend where racers can earn JOQ points and Eastern Cup points, as well as watch the east's best college skiers competing head to head!
2010-02-03: 9th Annual New England Women's Ski Day
Our ninth annual New England Women’s XC Ski Day was held at Waterville Valley, New Hampshire on January 31st. See stories and photos of the amazing day below!
2010-02-03: 3rd Annual Valentine's Day Paintball Biathlon
The 3rd Annual Valentine's Day Paintball Biathlon will be held on February 14th at Gunstock in Gilford, NH.
2010-02-03: Stowe Derby -- Time to Sign Up
Stowe Derby 2010 Sunday, February 28th The Time is NOW...Sign up! Go to www.stowederby.com to register.
2010-02-03: Toko Eblast: Kick Double-Pole is your friend by Andrew Johnson
Once our lead pack settled into a relaxed and consistent pace, I noticed that I could kick-double pole many of the flatter sections much easier than I could double-pole.
2010-02-02:
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2010-02-02: Pat Cushman Memorial Race Cancelled
Due to lack of snow and an unfavorable forecase, the race scheduled for Feb 13 at Deering Oaks Park in Portland, Maine has been cancelled.
2010-02-02: Virtual Coaches Meeting for TD Bank Eastern Cup at Trapp Family Lodge
Course and stadium maps, notes on seeding, lodging update, podium ceremony details and more posted on Sibilia's Scoop, the virtual coaches meeting page for this weekend's races. Remember, online registration deadline is 5PM on Thursday. After online registration closes, day of race on each race morning is the only way to register. Link to Sibilia's Scoop.
2010-02-02: Mountain Top / Tippmann Paintball Biathlon Results and Photos
Chittenden, VT - The annual paintball biathlon this year had to be expanded to two days because of overwhelming registration numbers. High school athletes and adults raced on Saturday with the Bill Koch League event on Sunday.
2010-02-02: Jon Sassi Memorial Report, Photos, and Results
Skiers in grades 12 and under from across the State of Maine come together every year at the end of January in one great event with a course and venue prepared to a national level. Hosted by the Chisholm Ski Club (one of the nation's oldest and most active ski clubs), at Black Mountain of Maine, this is the premier event of the State of Maine high school racing season and a great preparation for the State Nordic meet. In addition, the Sassi Memorial serves as qualifier for the State of Maine J2 team, selected based on the top 20 male and female J2 finishers.
2010-02-02: Be Sure to Scroll Down
With so much happening on the regional level, our news is filtering through the front page of NENSA.net very quickly. Please be sure to scroll down a bit to find the News Archives link and scroll down a bit more to find our feed from SkiTrax.com for all of your national and international news; and our Twitter feed for all of the up-to-the-minute stuff directly from the source.
2010-02-02: 2010 Junior / U23 Worlds Update
The show in Hinterzarten is over and the US ski team is headed to their respective destinations...
2010-02-01: Vermont Safe Passing Bill
This bill, (like the roller ski bill in Maine) certainly deserves the attention of those of us who enjoy rollerskiing on the roads of Vermont. Please take a moment to read the bill and consider contacting your local representatives to support it. Link to Bill.
2010-01-31: Uhl and Dunklee Win TD Bank Craftsbury Marathon - Results, Photos, and Recap
Craftsbury, VT -- It was cold for the start of this morning's TD Bank Craftsbury Marathon. Most athletes covered their faces, wore mittens instead of gloves, and added an extra layer under their spandex racing suits.(updated 1/31 with complete results by age group.)
2010-01-31: Chummy Broomhall Cup - Maine Collegiate Championship
Rumford, ME - Led by Lucy Garrec's first place finish in the women's 10K freestyle and Wyatt Fereday and Sam Mathes' one-two finish in the men's 10K Colby College outdistance runner up Bates College to win the 2010 Chummy Broomhall Cup.
2010-01-30: Sponsor News: Toko Eblast
Toko's Wax Coach has been updated. With this system you input the conditions and it makes a wax recommendation for you. What a great way to get great skis in any condition!
2010-01-30: Biathlon World Junior / Youth Championships: USA's Nordgren 6th
Ethan Dreissigacker (Craftsbury/Dartmouth) moves on to pursuit final with 45th in today's World Youth Championship sprint.
2010-01-30: Dash for Cash!
On a frigid Friday evening, under the light of a full moon, the Craftsbury Outdoor Center held the Onion River Sports Dash For Cash. See stories and photos below!
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2010-01-28: The 5th Annual Mountain Top/Tippmann Paintball Biathlon is ON!!
Thanks to the early December snowmaking efforts of Roger Hill and his Mountain Top staff, the Paintball Biathlon race course is in great shape. There is plenty of snow and the races are ON!! See you at Mountain Top Saturday and Sunday, January 30 & 31, 2010! Full Event Info Here!
2010-01-28: New snow adds element to the classic race today in Hinterzarten.
Today was the U23 classic race - USA showed more solid results with consistent finishes in the twenties.
2010-01-28: Andy Newell (Shaftsbury, VT) Featured in NY Times Fashion and Stlye Section
Make tracks like an Olympian. DOWNHILL skiing may get all the glory, but when it comes to authenticity, Andrew Newell says, nothing compares to cross-country. Link to the Article.
2010-01-28: First Race of the U.S. Masters National Championships at Craftsbury
On Thursday, January 28th, the first race of U.S. Masters National Championships was held at the Craftsbury Outdoor Center in Craftsbury Common, Vermont. See story & photos below!
2010-01-27: Updated 1/27 11:30AM: Great Week of Racing at Craftsbury starts Thursday
Now with 11:30AM January 27 Update: There is a great week of racing coming up at the Craftsbury Outdoor Center in Craftsbury, Vermont. Starting on Thursday with the National Masters 10k Freestyle, continuing Friday night with the Onion River Sports Dash for Cash and finishing up with the legendary Craftsbury Marathon and 25k on Saturday. Fun to race or just watch the action!
2010-01-27: Opening Up New Doors Into Backcountry Skiing With the CTA
As alpine lift ticket and equipment prices continue to rise, more and more skiers are looking to the backcountry to satisfy their sense of adventure while gaining positive health benefits. The Catamount Trail Association offers opportunities for those new to the backcountry to try new equipment, practice new techniques, and learn about other strategies and accessories that help set the stage for positive and safe excursions
2010-01-27:
2010-01-27: Junior / U23 World's update from first two days of racing
Two races under their belts and Team USA juniors and U23's are showing some very solid results.
2010-01-27: Women's Day is ON!
Despite the weather we received on Monday (unmentionable precipitation), Waterville Vally is ready to host this year's New England Women's Day! There are a few changes though, so please read below to see the update.
2010-01-27:
2010-01-27: Prospect Olympics Taking Place February 6th!
Join the crew at Prospect for a great day of Olympic fun! Registration starts at 9:00 and the Opening Ceremonies are at 10:00. The events include: Lollipop Race, Classic Sprint Races, Obstacle Course, Olympic Ring Challenge, Memory Course, and Cross-Country Giant Slalom! See Full Event Details Here!
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