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2013 drift Sept 26 2012 N
CROSS COUNTRY SKI HEADQUARTERS Index on Back Page DRIFTING TIMES Hours: 9 to 6 Fri & Sat 2012-2013 Edition $1 Shop online: www.CrossCountrySki.com 1.800.832.2663 Email: [email protected] 9 to 5 Sunday 10 to 5:30 Mon - Thurs Website Makeover, Facebook Photo Sharing, and Testimonials We were hard at work this off-season designing a new website, and we’re happy to say that it is now easier than ever to stay posted of what’s going on at XC Ski HQ! The new layout is very inviting and easy to navigate, and offers some cool new features. One of them is that you can add your own testimonial (continued on page 2) Evolutions in XC Technique make for Faster, More Efficient Skiing The sport of cross country skiing is changing. Technique in both the classic and skating disciplines is evolving to make more efficient use Introducing PATAGONIA! of the human body. The result is faster skiing for When the weather cools and the days grow sprinting and distance skiing. (cont. on page 16) short and gray, here at XC Ski HQ, we start to get Skiers learn new poling technique from Eli Brown excited about being able to wear jackets! The way we look at it, when you live in Michigan, you typically need to wear a jacket at least 10 months out of the year; maybe even more. Lightweight insulated jackets are coming on really strong right now and the PATAGONIA Down Sweater (continued on page 17) Connect Online or By Phone We are incredibly grateful for the loyalty of our customers who continue to rely on Cross Country Ski Headquarters for X-C ski equipment, clothing, and other all-purpose winter gear. It is easier than ever to access our products and services by phone or through our online store, which can be found at www.CrossCountrySki.com. Here you can purchase our best selling ski packages and some of our favorite outdoor winter clothing. We encourage you to call us if you have any questions about sizing, performance or comparable choices. Feel free to browse our website’s product catalog or online store, and when you’d like to talk to an XC expert or order over the phone, call 1.800.832.2663. Vote 4 the Best Contest Thank you Michigan winter outdoor lovers for voting for Cross Country Ski Headquarters in the: (http://4thebest.clickondetroit.com/)Click on Detroit Vote 4 the Best Contest! We ended up in 3rd place in the Winter Gear: (continued on pg 2) What’s New for 2013 Development in XC skis, boots, poles and bindings continues to evolve. The wedge under the binding for skate skiers is getting more popular. The Fischer Carbonlite Skate boot now comes in a womens model. The Atomic Skintec Classic ski revisits mohair but with amazing performance. (pg 16) Trails and HQ Upgrades 2012-2013 Event Calendar Whether it be Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall, year round we are looking to make the HQ a better Nov 3 - 21, 2012 – Pre Season Sale - Grand destination for your next visit. While you’re out Opening and Cider Press Party Sat & Sun Cross Country Ski Headquarters is open on our trails this winter, you'll find picnic tables daily starting Saturday, November 3rd, with hours on the Rolling Hills and (continued on back page) from 9am-6pm Fri-Sat, 9am-5pm Sun, and 10amOne of our upgrades 5:30pm Mon-Thurs. We’re welcoming in the this year is our new 2012-13 season with the largest selection of ski Sun Deck Fire Pit! equipment and winter clothing that you’ll see all Relax outdoors and year… and almost ALL of it is 20-50% off! Come see us and find fantastic savings on take in the scenery, or roast your own hot closeouts from Fischer, Rossignol, Salomon, Atomic, Alpina, and Swix. All these items are at dogs or s’mores! least 40% OFF! Get your wardrobe ready for winter weather Bring a Friend Skiing & Win a without breaking the bank! Stop in and save up to destination Ski Vacation! 50% on last season’s clothing from The North Face, Almost as easy as the title states. Bring a Columbia, Under Armour, Brooks, and more. Also cross country skiing newbie to XC Ski HQ, get him check out our huge selection of this year’s clothing or her signed up for a lesson, and you both get a from all your favorite brands, including Patagonia! FREE cup of hot cocoa or (continued on page 2) 1We’ll also host a cider (continued on page 28) Bring A Friend (continued from page 1) coffee, plus you are eligible to win a trip for two to one of three amazing ski destinations: Park City (Utah), Sun Valley (Idaho), or Smugglers' Notch (Vermont). All destinations include 5 nights stay in premier lodging, 4 days' rental equipment, plus trail passes. The Rockies' trips include airfare from any major airport. How do you win? Bring that friend or family member who hasn't yet experienced the joys of cross country skiing with you on your next trip to XC Ski HQ. Help him or her take a ski lesson from one of our instructors; this includes our FREE one-hour group lesson every Saturday at 4pm, or our "basicsonly" lesson included with any equipment rental, or a private lesson. Just mention "Bring a Friend" and we will give you a coupon for two FREE hot cocoas or coffees, and a lesson receipt. Then just go to www.bringafriend.org and enter to win your destination ski vacation for two (you will need the lesson receipt). Bring as many friends as you can! You can enter to win as many times as you bring a different newbie. Just don't drink too many free hot cocoas all at once right before you hit the trails!! Prizes will be awarded March 17, 2013. Vacations will be for the 2013-2014 ski season. Contestants must be at least 21 years old. Even if you don't win a destination ski vacation, you can always pat yourself on the back for introducing a friend to cross country skiing. Who’s Hungry? The Stone Turtle Day Lodge kitchen crew has been hard at work this summer coming up with a bunch of mouth-watering dishes to serve our hungry skiers this winter. Our Veggie Chili and Rocky Mountain Chipotle Veggie sandwiches were huge hits last year, and you will continue to see them and other vegetarian specials on the menu (don’t worry, Classic Chili and Bosco Sticks aren’t going anywhere!). Our Spanish Paella, a hearty dish of saffron rice, chicken, shrimp and vegetables cooked over an open fire, was such a crowd pleaser last year that we’re bringing it back for multiple weekends. Check the Events Calendar to find out when. For those of you who remember the glory days of Bob’s Bean Bomb, and even for those who don’t, you are in luck. On select weekends, we will be serving the legendary Bean Bomb Nachos – a big plate piled high with heavy tortilla chips, sharp cheddar cheese, tomatoes, black olives, and of course Bob’s Bean Bomb. We’d recommend getting your ski in before embarking on this masterpiece. New this year, and inspired by Chef Luis Contreres, is the Wood Fired Flatbread Pizza, another grill pit specialty. Our kitchen crew will layer pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, and your choice of toppings onto delicious flatbread, and grill it over open flame. Super fun and very tasty! And because we think our skiers should be able to do some of their own bonfire cooking, we’ll also be offering s’more kits and roasting skewers to use on the new outdoor fire pit, as well as at Trappers Cabin on weekends! tab on the menu bar, and then click “Testimonials” from the drop down menu. Scroll to the bottom of the page to add your own comment! Also, you can now quickly and easily sign up to receive our ski reports, event updates, and special promotions by entering your email address on the right column of the new site. It is a totally secure, spam-free system. If you are already on our email list, be aware that over time we will be transferring you over to the new website’s distribution system. So if you haven’t been receiving our email updates lately, be sure to check your spam folder or just sign up again on the new site. If you want to do some shopping, just click the “SHOP” tab on the menu bar to visit our online store, where you’ll find all your favorite ski equipment and winter clothing brands. Do you have photos from your last trip to XC Ski HQ? Share them on our Facebook page! Find us on Facebook, or simply click on the Facebook icon in the upper right corner of our new website. We want to be as interactive with our customers as possible, and that includes digitally. So whether it’s a cool link, a picture, or a comment, please share it with us on Facebook! If you “like” us, you’ll also get to see our stream of updates, events, cool photos and the like. We think sharing great skiing experiences is what Facebook was made for! Free Lessons!! Would you like to learn how to skate ski? Maybe you’re looking for a little refresher course on the classic basics? Or maybe you just want to learn how to get back up after falling. On Saturdays at 4pm, beginning December 8, 2012 (snow permitting), we will be offering free cross country ski lessons. These lessons (continued on page 27) Vote 4 the Best Contest (continued from pg 1) Outdoor Apparel category in the Winter 2012 competition. This is quite an honor and is all due to our chief apparel buyer Lynne Frye and her staff Fran Upton and Mariah Frye. Way to go ladies! Last Winter's Snowfall: The Glass Half Full Last winter's snowfall wasn't just lackluster. It was the weakest snow fall most ski areas of North Website Makeover, Facebook Photo America saw in the last one hundred years. So what Sharing, and Testimonials (continued from pg 1) could possibly be good about that for all us skiers? about your experience at Cross Country Ski Answer: We are leaving the 2011-2012 ski season Headquarters; just hover over the “About Us” in the rear view mirror (continued on page 27) 2 No Wax Recreation Packages The Fun Starts Here! 2013 Salomon Elite 5 G2 Nowax Ski / 2013 Salomon Escape 5 TR or Siam 5 TR Boot Package $239.99 -- 2013 Salomon Elite 5 G2 Nowax. Ski weight = 1370 grams for a 190 cm length. Side cut = (51-48-4649)mm. Sizes 174cm = (skier weight 78 to 121 lbs) 182cm = (110 to 143 lbs) 190cm = (133 - 165 lbs) 198cm = (154 - 198 lbs) 206cm = (176 to 248 lbs) Smooth and steady, the "S Cut" configuration ensures control and maneuverability in all skiing phases. The extra tough G2 base has 3.5% carbon in it and it is a little downsized from a traditional length ski for easy turning and control. This ski is down sized about 9 centimeters from a full length ski and has very good stability and good glide. Use on and off trail (65-35). Demo rating **** List: $164.95 -- Match with the 2013 Salomon Escape 5 TR (sizes 7 to 15 men) boot or Salomon Siam 5 TR (sizes 5 to 11 women). Use on and off trail (60-40). This warm boot has the Salomon Touring fit, a lace cover with central zip, profil grip mono-material outsole, (over the ankle upper) and internal heel reinforcement. The Women's Siam 5 adds women’s fit and Fleece lining. Demo Rating **** List: $114.95 -- Add the 2013 Salomon Profil Universal Binding. A great all around auto step-in binding. A very popular choice for the recreational no-wax skier. Use on and off trail (50-50). XCSKIHQ Demo Rating: ****. List price: $59.99 -- Plus the 2013 Swix ST102 Trail pole with universal basket, Sizes: 120 cm to 160 cm. Use on and off trail (60-40). List price: $22 A great 2013 full length ski package that is a great value and works well: $239.99 List: $386.89 Includes: skis ($164.95), boots ($114.95), bindings ($59.99), poles ($22), binding installation & prep ($20), and Ski Bones ($5). Last year's package (same ski, just different graphics - not all sizes available) is only $229.95 2013 Alpina Highland NoWax / 2013 Salomon Escape 5 or Siam 5 Boot Package $269.99 -- 2013 Alpina Highland NoWax : Side Cut = (60-5055)mm. Sizes 170 cm (skier weight 80 to 125 lbs), 180 cm (120 to 155 lbs), 190cm (150 to 185lbs), 200cm (180 to 230lbs). On and off trail (50-50). Great stability in and out of track. With the best ever Alpina Posi Grip Base, the Highland has positive kick and exceptional glide. The Air Channel Wood Core is very durable and responsive. This ski compares favorably to the Rossignol Evo Tour. Our demo crew especially likes how well this ski glides! XCSKIHQ Demo Rating **** List:$149 -- Match with the 2013 Salomon Escape 5 TR (sizes 7 to 15 men) boot or Salomon Siam 5 TR (sizes 5 to 11 women). Use on and off trail (60-40). This warm boot has the Salomon Touring fit, a lace cover with.central zip, profil grip mono-material 3 outsole, over the ankle upper, and internal heel reinforcement. The Women's Siam 5 adds women’s fit and Fleece lining. Demo Rating **** List: $114.95 -- Add the 2013 Salomon Profil Auto Men or Auto Lady binding. One of the easiest in and out all around auto step in bindings out there. Flexor hardness rating 95 for ladies 105 for men weighing over 150 lbs. Use on and off trail (50-50). XCSKIHQ Demo Rating: ****. List price: $59.95 -- Plus the 2013 Swix ST102 Trail pole with universal basket, Sizes: 120 cm to 160 cm. Use on and off trail (60-40). List price: $22 A great performing 2013 package that works so well it is our most used ski in our ski school. Everything for only $269.99 List: $370.94. Includes: skis ($149), boots ($114.95), bindings ($59.99), poles ($22), binding installation & prep ($20), and Ski Bones ($5). Last years package (same ski & boot, just different graphics - not all sizes available) is only $259.99. Substitute the 2012 Rossignol X1 Ultra Boot for a package price of $254.99 2013 Rossignol Evo Action Positrack / 2013 Alpina T5 Plus or T5 Plus Eve Boot Package $299 -- 2013 Rossignol Evo Action, Positrack Base. Ski weight = 1340 grams for size 176 cm. Side cut = (51-47-49)mm. Sizes 166cm = (skier weight 80 to 125 lbs), 176cm = (120 to 155 lbs), 186cm = (150 to 186 lbs), 196cm = (180 to 230 lbs). Great Positrack base on a fast, mostly in track ski. The glide is exceptional and so is the traction. Active Cap and wood core construction with Mid-length design makes this a stable speedy ski. When seasoned skiers try them out, they are not only very impressed, they often buy them! Use on and off trail (80-20) XCSKIHQ Demo Rating ****1/2 List $210 --Match with the 2013 Alpina NNN T 5 Plus or T5 Plus Eve Boot . Euro size 36 (4.5 US lady) to Euro 48 (14 US men). This Sport Touring boot looks great and has features found on boots costing much more, such as: A reinforced heel counter, Thinsulate insulation, zippered lace cover and Internal Looped Lacing System. Use in and out of trail:(60-40) XCSKIHQ Demo Rating: ***7/8 List: $99 -Add the 2013 NIS Rossignol Rottefella NNN T4 touring binding that fits the current generation of the NNN / Rottefella soled X-C boots. Demo rating: **** . On and off trail (50-50). List Price: $65 -- Plus the 2013 Swix ST102 Trail pole with universal basket, Sizes: 120 cm to 160 cm. Use on and off trail (60-40). List price: $22 A great 2013 package that performs so well it is also in the "High Performance Nowax" category: $299 List: $421.90 Includes: skis ($210), boots ($99), bindings($65), poles($22), binding installation & prep ($20), & Ski Bones ($5). No Wax Recreation Packages Continued from page 3 2013 Rossignol Evo Tour Positrack / 2013 Alpina T5 Plus or T5 Plus Eve Boot Package $319 --2013 Rossignol Evo Tour Positrack. Ski weight 1360 grams for size 176cm. Side cut = (60-50-55)mm. Sizes 166cm = (skier weight 80 lbs to 125 lbs), 176cm = (120 to 155 lbs), 186cm = (150 to 186 lbs), 196cm = (180 to 230lbs). Tremendous performance for all around skiing. If there was a ski to change the mindset of "X-C Skiing is too much work" this is it! Lightweight and extremely easy to ski on with half the effort of lesser skis. The Evo Tour is also an ideal ski for downhill cross over skiers. You get easy kick and real glide because of the positive no wax base. The air channel wood core is both durable and responsive. Put them on and go X-C skiing just about anywhere. Use in and out of trail: (50-50) XCSKIHQ Demo Rating: ****3/4 List: $235. --Match with the 2013 Alpina NNN T 5 Plus or T5 Plus Eve Boot . Euro size 36 (4.5 US lady) to Euro 48 (14 US men). This Sport Touring boot looks great and has features found on boots costing much more. Such as: A reinforced heel counter, Thinsulate insulation, zippered lace cover and Internal Looped Lacing System. Use in and out of trail:(60-40) XCSKIHQ Demo Rating: ***7/8 List: $99 --Add the 2013 NIS Rossignol Rottefella NNN T4 touring binding that fits the current generation of the NNN / Rottefella soled X-C boots. Demo rating: **** . On and off trail (50-50).List Price: $65 -- Plus the 2013 Swix ST102 Trail pole with universal basket, Sizes: 120 cm to 160 cm. Use on and off trail (60-40). List price: $22 A very popular 2013 package that performs so well we also put it in the "High Performance" category! $319 List: $446.00 Includes: skis ($235), boots ($99), bindings ($65), poles ($22), binding installation & prep ($20), and Ski Bones ($5). High Performance No Wax Packages Too Much Fun! 2013 Rossignol Evo Action Positrack / 2013 Salomon Escape 5 or Siam 5 Boot Package $312 -- 2013 Rossignol Evo Action, Positrack Base. Ski weight = 1340 grams for size 176 cm. Side cut = (51-47-49)mm. Sizes 166cm = (skier weight 80 to 125 lbs), 176cm = (120 to 155 lbs), 186cm = (150 to 186 lbs), 196cm = (180 to 230 lbs). Great Positrack base on a fast mostly in track ski. The glide is exceptional and so is the traction. Active Cap and wood core construction with Mid-length design makes this a stable speedy ski. When seasoned skiers try them out, they are not only very impressed, they often buy them! Use on and off trail (80-20) XCSKIHQ Demo Rating ****1/2 List $210 - Match with the 2013 Salomon Escape 5 TR (sizes 7 to 15 men) boot or Salomon Siam 5 TR (sizes 5 to 11 women). Use on and off trail (60-40). This warm 4 boot has the Salomon Touring fit, a lace cover with central zip, profil grip mono-material outsole, (over the ankle upper) and internal heel reinforcement. The Women's Siam 5 adds women’s fit and Fleece lining. Demo Rating **** List: $114.95 -- Add the 2013 Salomon Profil Universal Binding. A great all around auto step in binding. A very popular choice for the recreational no-wax skier. Use on and off trail (50-50). XCSKIHQ Demo Rating: ****. List price: $59.99 -- Complete the package with the Salomon 2013 Escape or Siam (women’s) pole. This pole features an easy adjustment wider strap and tapered composite shaft. Demo Rating ****. Use on and off trail (80-20) List price: $39.95 One of the best fitting and easy to ski on packed trail nowax packages you can find. All for just $312 List: $449.85 Includes: skis ($210), boots ($114.95), bindings ($59.95), poles ($39.95), binding installation & prep ($20), and Ski Bones ($5). Substitute last year's boots (same boot, just different graphics - not all sizes available) for only $299. 2013 Atomic XCRUISE 53 or Alea 53 Posigrip 3D / 2013 Salomon Escape 7 or Siam 7 Boot Package $339 -- 2013 Atomic XCRUISE 53/Alea 53 (Womens version) Posigrip 3D. Ski weight = 1240 grams for size 163cm. Side cut = (53-48-51)mm. Sizes 163cm (skier weight 80 lbs to 125 lbs), 173cm = (115 to 155 lbs), 183cm = 149 to 185 lbs, 193cm = (179 to 230lbs). Lightweight Helium Tube Ultra High Densolight Core, Profil 3D Nordic Cap Construction, and the fantastic new Atomic Posigrip base make this ski one of the best mostly in-track skis around! This no wax base has excellent grip and great glide. Being narrower than its close relative, the XCRUISE 59, it glides easier in tracked trails. Use in and out of track 70 - 30. Demo rating ****3/4 List price: $249.95 -- For Women and Men we will match with the 2013 Salomon Siam 7 boot and the Escape 7 boot. Use on and off trail (50-50). The Salomon Touring fit blends comfort with performance. Features include fleece lining, thermo fit, exterior ergonomic flexible cuff (for great ankle support), a lace cover with central zip and a gaiter hook, and SNS Profil Active outsole. External and internal heel reinforcement provides efficient energy transfer to skis. Demo Rating ****1/2 List: $139.95 -- Add the 2013 Salomon Profil Auto Men or Auto Lady binding. One of the easiest in and out all around auto step-in bindings out there. Use on and off trail (50-50). XCSKIHQ Demo Rating: ****. List price: $59.95 -- Complete the package with the Salomon 2013 Escape or Siam (women’s) pole. This pole features an easy adjustment wider strap and tapered composite shaft. Demo Rating ****. Use on and off trail (80-20) List price: $39.95 A wonderful 2013 nowax package that glides like a gazelle on tracked trails, all for only: $339 List: $514.80 Includes: skis ($249.95), boots ($139.95), bindings ($59.95),poles ($39.95), installation & base prep ($20) and Ski Bones ($5). High Performance No Wax (continued from page 4) 2013 Atomic XCRUISE 59 Posigrip 3D / 2013 Salomon Escape 5 or Siam 5 Boot Package $334.99 -- 2013 Atomic XCRUISE 59 Posigrip 3D. Ski weight = 1250 grams for size 163 cm. Side cut = (59-50-54)mm. Sizes 163cm (skier weight 80 lbs to 125 lbs), 173cm = (115 to 155 lbs), 183cm = (149 to 185 lbs) and 193cm = (179 to 230 lbs). Lightweight Helium Tube Ultra High Densolight Core, Profil 3D Nordic Cap Construction, and the fantastic new Atomic Posigrip base make this ski one of the best skis we have skied on in years! This no wax thoroughbred not only has excellent grip and hard-tobelieve glide, it turns so easily it is amazing. Use in and out of track 50-50. Demo rating ****3/4 List price: $274.95 -- Match with the 2013 Salomon Escape 5 TR (sizes 7 to 15 men) boot or Salomon Siam 5 TR (sizes 5 to 11 women). Use on and off trail (60-40). This warm boot has the Salomon Touring fit, a lace cover with central zip, profil grip mono-material outsole, over the ankle upper and internal heel reinforcement. The Women's Siam 5 adds women’s fit and Fleece lining. Demo Rating **** List: $114.95 -- Add the 2013 Salomon Profil Auto Men or Auto Lady binding. One of the easiest in and out all around auto step in binding out there. Flexor hardness rating 95 for ladies 105 for men weighing over 150 lbs. Use on and off trail (50-50). XCSKIHQ Demo Rating: ****. List price: $59.95 -- Complete the package with the Salomon 2013 Escape or Siam (women’s) pole. This pole features an easy adjustment wider strap and tapered composite shaft. Demo Rating ****. Use on and off trail (80-20) List price: $39.95 Work”, this is it! Lightweight and extremely easy to ski on with half the effort of lesser skis. The Evo Tour is also an ideal ski for downhill cross over skiers. You get easy kick and real glide because of the positive no wax base. The air channel wood core is both durable and responsive. Put them on and go X-C skiing just about anywhere. Use in and out of trail: (50-50) XCSKIHQ Demo Rating: ****3/4 List: $235 .-- For Women and Men we will match with the 2013 Salomon Siam 7 boot and the Escape 7 boot , Use on and off trail (50-50). The Salomon Touring fit blends comfort with performance. Features include fleece lining, thermo fit, exterior ergonomic flexible cuff (for great ankle support), a lace cover with central zip and a gaiter hook and SNS Profil Active outsole. External and internal heel reinforcement provides efficient energy transfer to skis. Demo Rating ****1/2 List: $139.95 -- Add the 2013 Salomon Profil Auto Men or Auto Lady binding. One of the easiest in and out all around auto stepin bindings out there. Use on and off trail (50-50). XCSKIHQ Demo Rating: ****. List price: $59.95 -- Plus the 2013 Swix ST102 Trail pole with universal basket, Sizes: 120 cm to 160 cm. Use on and off trail (60-40). List price: $22 One of the most fun and versatile all around nowax packages you can get. All for just $349 List: $481.95 Includes: skis ($235), boots ($139.95), bindings ($59.95), poles ($22), binding installation & prep ($20), and Ski Bones ($5) . Substitute last year's boots (same boots, just different graphics - not all sizes available) for only $339. 2013 Salomon Elite 9 Aero Grip / 2013 Salomon Escape 7 or Vitane 7 Boot Package $369 -- 2013 Salomon Elite 9 Aero Grip. Ski weight = 1280 grams for size 196cm. Side cut = (48-46-4446)mm. Sizes 182cm = (weight range 88 to 133 lbs), 190cm = (121 to 154 lbs), 198cm = (143 to 176lbs) and 206cm = (165 to 220lbs). Lightweight high performance nowax with heel to toe camber. The Elite 9 climbs a little easier than the Fischer Put it all together for a great performing all around Superlight Crown because of the very efficient G2 nowax package. All for just $334.99 Syncro nowax pattern. The G5 Zeolit base with a universal grind List: $521.85 Includes: skis ($274.95), boots ($139.95), bindings ($59.95), assures great glide. Demo poles ($22), binding installation & prep ($20), and Ski Bones ($5). rating**** List price: $299.95 For a higher performance and more stable boot, consider .-- For Women and Men we will upgrading to the Salomon Pro Combi Pilot boot and SNS match with the 2013 Salomon Siam Pilot Sport binding for a package price of just $409.99. 7 boot and the Escape 7 boot , Use Or upgrade to the Salomon Escape 7 or Siam 7 boot on and off trail (50-50). The Salomon Touring fit blends comfort for a package price of $359.99 with performance. Features include Substitute last years boots (same boot, just different fleece lining, thermo fit, exterior graphics - not all sizes available) for only $324.99 ergonomic flexible cuff (for great ankle support), a lace cover with central zip and a gaiter hook and SNS 2013 Rossignol Evo Tour Positrack / 2013 Profil Active outsole. External and internal heel Salomon Escape 7 or Siam 7 Boot Package $349 reinforcement provides efficient energy transfer to --2013 Rossignol Evo Tour Positrack. Ski weight skis. Demo Rating ****1/2 List: $139.95 1360 grams for size 176cm. Side cut = (60-50- -- Add the 2013 Salomon Profil Auto Men or Auto Lady 55)mm. Sizes 166cm = (skier weight 80 lbs to 125 binding. One of the easiest in and out all around auto steplbs), 176cm = (120 to 155 lbs), 186cm = (150 to 186 in bindings out there. Use on and off trail (50-50). lbs), 196cm = (180 to 230lbs). Tremendous XCSKIHQ Demo Rating: ****. List price: $59.95 performance for all around skiing. If there was a ski -- Complete the package with the Salomon 2013 to change the mindset of "X-C Skiing is too much 5 Escape (men's) or Siam (women's) pole. This pole features an easy adjustment wider strap and tapered 2013 Atomic Team Classic Posigrip 3D / 2013 composite shaft. Demo Rating ****. Use on and off Salomon Escape 7 Pilot or Siam 7 Pilot Boot Package $399 trail (80-20) List price: $39.95 --2013 Atomic Team Classic PosiGrip 3D Ski weight = 1160 grams for size 191cm. Side cut = (44.5-42A fast, fun package at a very low price: $369 44)mm. Sizes 191cm = (weight range of 110-154 lbs), List: $564.80 Includes: skis ($299.95), boots ($139.95), bindings ($59.95), 196cm = (132-165 lbs), 201cm = (143-198 lbs) & poles ($39.95), binding installation & prep ($20), and Ski Bones ($5). 206cm = (154-209 lbs). Atomic has put a positive base on a lightweight, very high performance, in-track ski, For higher performance, consider upgrading to the AND BY DOING SO HIT A HOME RUN!. Made Salomon Pro Combi Pilot boot and SNS Sport Pilot for machined groomed tracks, this speedster will not binding for a package price of $434. disappoint. The greatest attribute is that you will not have to pound them to get grip. Use on and off trail Substitute last year's boots (same boots, just different 90 - 10. Demo rating ****3/4 List: $269.95 graphics - not all sizes available) for only $359 -- For men, match with the 2013 Salomon Escape 7 Pilot CF boot, Sizes 8 to 15 men. For women, match Substitute last years Salomon Vitane 9 Areo Grip the 2013 Siam 7 Pilot CF boot, Sizes 5 to 10 women. same ski with feminine graphics for only $359. The Pilot Classic sole attaches the boot to 2 places on 2013 Fischer SL Superlight Crown NIS / 2012 the binding for enhanced control! Use on and off trail Rossignol X1 Ultra Boot Package $357 (50-50). These boots are a great blend of comfort and -- 2013 Fischer SL Superlight Crown Short Cut. Ski performance, with Thinsulate insulation, exterior weight = 1290 grams for size 192cm. Side cut = ergonomic flexible cuff (for great ankle support), a (48-44-46)mm. Sizes 172cm = (skier weight under lace cover with central zip and a gaiter hook and SNS 104 lbs), 182cm = (101-130lbs), 187cm = (121-153 Pilot Active outsole. External and internal heel lbs, 192cm = (132-164 lbs), 197cm = (154 -185 lbs), reinforcement provides for efficient energy transfer to 202cm = (165-198 lbs), 202cm extra stiff = (187-220 skis. The Siam 7 Pilot is a women's specific design that lbs), 207cm = (187-220+ lbs), When cross country includes the above plus Salomon Women's fit, Autofit skiing is easier, it's more fun. This is the basis behind the Short Cut concept. The Short Cut construction insole and Fleece lining Rating ****1/2 List: $159.95 brings a distinct separation between the kick and -- Add the 2013 Salomon/Atomic Pilot Sport Classic glide phase. The entire no wax pattern makes contact Men's OR Women's binding: 2 times the control = 2 with the snow at once, and when unweighted, the times the fun. With 2 axes, a rigid steel link with pocket is designed to have no contact with the snow. classic amplitude and bumperless freedom, the Pilot Combine Short cut performance with a light weight classic technology is ideal for maximum control and Air Core, Race Finish base and good side cut, and power transmission, with easy step-in and useryou have the ever popular Superlight Crown! Use in friendly "push pull" step out. Demo Rating: ****1/2. track 80%. Demo rating **** List price: $289 Use: Mostly classic in-track List price: $84.99 -- Add the 2012 Rossignol X1 NNN Ultra Boot. -- Complete the package with the Salomon 2013 Sizes: Women's 4.5 to 10 and Men's 7 to 15. With Escape or Siam (women’s) pole. This pole features added heel support you get better control and the Free an easy adjustment wider Flex sole enables maximum kick amplitude for strap and tapered classic efficiency. Full zipper lace cover and over the composite shaft. Demo ankle cuff ensures warmth and support. Use in and Rating ****. Use on and out of trail:(60-40) XCSKIHQ Demo Rating: ***7/8 off trail (80-20) List price: List: $100 -Add the 2013 NIS Rossignol Rottefella NNN T4 $39.95 touring binding that fits the current generation of the NNN / Rottefella soled X-C boots. Demo rating: Most skiers who try this ski end up buying it! 2013 **** . On and off trail (50-50).List Price: $65 -- Plus the 2013 Swix ST102 Trail pole with universal Package price: $399 basket, Sizes: 120 cm to 160 cm. Use on and off trail List: $579.80 Includes: skis (60-40). List price: $22 A great gliding in-track 2013 package. You'll feel like you're going downhill on the flats!: $357 List: $501 Includes: skis ($289), boots ($100), bindings ($65), poles ($22), binding installation & prep ($20), and Ski Bones ($5). Upgrade to the 2013 Rossignol X3 or 2013 Rossignol 2013 X3 FW boot for a package price of $389 ($269.95), boots ($159.95), bindings ($84.95), poles ($39.95), installation & base prep ($20) and Ski Bones ($5). Get last year's Escape 7 Pilot or Siam 7 Pilot boots (same boot, just different graphics) for only $389.99 . For a race-ready package, upgrade to the Salomon RC Carbon boot for a package price of $489 Upgrade to the 2013 Salomon Escape 7 Pilot or 2013 Siam 7 Pilot (womens) boot and 2013 SNS Pilot bindings & Escape or Siam pole for a package price of $424 If you're thinking of racing, upgrade to the Salomon Pro Combi Pilot boot and SNS Sport Pilot binding& Escape or Siam pole for a package price of $469 6 Our motto since the beginning: Come Ski With Us! 2013 Atomic Skintec Nowax / 2013 Salomon Escape 7 Pilot or Siam 7 Pilot Boot Package $679 -- 2013 Atomic Skintec. Ski weight = 1260 grams for size 184cm. Side Cut = (41-44-41)mm. Sizes, 184cm (skier weight 95 to 131 lbs), 191cm = (124 - 155), 198cm = (149 to 185lbs), and 205cm = (179 to 225 lbs). These skis come in a medium flex and a stiff flex. Based on last season's feedback and demos they have so much grip that the stiff flex is preferred. The Skintecs have better traction than a well waxed classic ski in many conditions! The really big deal is the glide. They glide exceedingly well. If you classic ski mostly on machined groomed trails and enjoy fantastically performing skis, this is the one. On off trail 95 -05. Demo rating ***** List price: $566 -- If you order a men's boot you'll receive the 2013 Salomon Escape 7 Pilot CF boot, Sizes 8 to 15 men, or if you order a women's boot you'll get the 2013 Siam 7 Pilot CF boot, Sizes: 5 to 10 women. The Pilot Classic sole attaches the boot to 2 places on the binding for enhanced control! Use on and off trail (50-50). It's the perfect blend of comfort and performance, combining Thinsulate insulation, exterior ergonomic flexible cuff (for great ankle support), a lace cover with central zip and a gaiter hook and SNS Pilot Active outsole. External and internal heel reinforcement allows for efficient energy transfer to skis. The Siam 7 Pilot is a women's specific design that includes the above plus Salomon Women's fit, Autofit insole and Fleece lining. Rating ****1/2 (***** is highest) List: $159.95 -- Add the 2013 Salomon/Atomic Pilot Sport Classic Men's OR Women's binding: 2 times the control = 2 times the fun. With 2 axes, a rigid steel link with classic amplitude and bumperless freedom, the Pilot classic technology is ideal for maximum control and power transmission, with easy step-in and user-friendly "push pull" step out. Demo Rating: ****1/2. Use: Mostly classic in-track List price: $84.99 -Complete the package with the 2013 Swix RC130 / Carbon pole. This carbon pole has been reinforced to withstand ski edges and impact. It comes with the famous Swix Profit Strap and cork grip zone. Very very stiff and very very light. Demo Rating ****7/8. Use on and off trail (80-20) List price: $170 A revolutionary ski package at a very low price of $679 List: $975.90 Includes: skis ($566), boots ($159.95), bindings ($84.95), poles ($140), installation & base prep ($20) and Ski Bones ($5). To make this package race-ready, upgrade to the Salomon RC Carbon boot for a package price of $769 7 2013 Waxable Skis 2013 Atomic Motion 52 Waxable / 2013 Atomic Motion 15 or Ashera 15 Boot Package $239.99 -- 2013 Atomic Motion 52 Wax: Side Cut = (52-47-49)mm. Sizes 177cm (skier weight 91 to 128lbs), 184 cm (skier weight 121 to 154lbs), 191 cm (132 to 165lbs), 198cm (154 to 209lbs), 205cm (165 to 220lbs). On and off trail (60-40). Very light and stable light touring waxable ski. Good amount of side cut for easy turning. The rotation sintered high density polyethelene base is easy to wax for grip and glide. XCSKIHQ Demo Rating **** List:$159.95 --Match with the 2013 Atomic Motion 15 (Men’s) or Ashera 15 (Women’s) boot. A very comfortable over the ankle, lace up boot with the SNS Profile Touring Sport Outsole. Also featuring an Internal Heel Counter and a comfort last. This Leisure Touring boot looks great and is a perfect match for the Motion 52 Ski. Use in and out of trail:(60-40) XCSKIHQ Demo Rating: ***7/8 List: $104.95 -- Add the 2013 Atomic SNS Profil Auto Men or Auto Lady binding. One of the easiest in and out all around auto step-in bindings out there. Use on and off trail (50-50). XCSKIHQ Demo Rating: ****. List price: $59.95 -- Plus the 2013 Swix ST102 Trail pole with universal basket, Sizes: 120 cm to 160 cm. Use on and off trail (60-40). List price: $22 One of the best waxable ski package values: $239.99 List: $371.85 skis ($159.95), boots ($104.95), bindings ($59.99), poles ($22), binding installation & prep ($20), and Ski Bones ($5). Upgrade to the Salomon Escape 5 TR (Men's) or Siam 5 TR (Women's) boots (with zipper lace covers) for a package price of only $249.99 2013 Fischer SL Superlight Wax NIS / 2012 Rossignol X1 Ultra Boot Package $357 -- 2013 Fischer SL Superlight Wax Short Cut. Ski weight = 1290 grams for size 192cm. Side cut = (48-44-46)mm. Sizes 172cm = (skier weight under 104 lbs), 182cm = (101-130lbs), 187cm = (121-153 lbs, 192cm = (132-164 lbs), 197cm = (154 -185 lbs), 202cm = (165-198 lbs), 207cm = (187-220+ lbs), When cross country skiing is easier, it's more fun. This is the basis behind the Short Cut concept. The Short Cut construction brings a distinct separation between the kick and glide phase, the entire wax pocket makes contact with the snow at once and when unweighted the pocket is designed to have no contact with the snow. Combine Short cut Performance with a light weight Air Core, Race Finish base, Computer Flex Control, and narrow side cut and you have the ever popular Superlight Wax! Use in track 80%. Demo rating **** List price: $289 -- Add the 2012 Rossignol X1 NNN Ultra Boot. Sizes: Women's 4.5 to 10 and Men's 7 to 15. With added heel support you get better control and the Free Flex sole enables maximum kick amplitude for classic efficiency. Full zipper lace cover and over the ankle cuff ensures warmth and support. Use in and out of trail:(60-40) XCSKIHQ Demo Rating: ***7/8 List: $100 -Add the 2013 NIS Rossignol Rottefella NNN T4 touring binding that fits the current generation of the NNN / Rottefella soled X-C boots. Demo rating: **** . On and off trail (50-50).List Price: $65 -- Plus the 2013 Swix ST102 Trail pole with universal basket, Sizes: 120 cm to 160 cm. Use on and off trail (60-40). List price: $22 Once you have skied on a pair of properly waxed Superlights you just might have too much fun! All for $357 List: $501 Includes: skis ($289), boots ($100), bindings ($65), poles ($22), binding installation & prep ($20), and Ski Bones ($5). that includes the above plus Salomon Women's fit, Autofit insole and Fleece lining Rating ****1/2 (***** is highest) List: $159.95 -- Add the 2013 Salomon/Atomic Pilot Sport Classic Men's OR Women's binding: 2 times the control = 2 times the fun. With 2 axes, a rigid steel link with classic amplitude and bumperless freedom, the Pilot classic technology is ideal for maximum control and power transmission, with easy step-in and user-friendly "push pull" step out. Demo Rating: ****1/2. Use: Mostly classic in-track. List price: $84.99 -- Complete the package with the Swix 2013 RC 151 Pro Performance composit Pole. Includes the famous Pro Fit Strap with a light weight composite shaft. Demo Rating: ****1/2 Use mainly on trail. List Price: $50 A very fun and very fast 2013 Package for only: $414 List: $579.80 Includes: skis ($269.95), boots ($159.95), bindings ($84.95), poles ($50), installation & base prep ($20) and Ski Bones ($5). Get last years Escape 7 Pilot or Siam 7 Pilot boots (same boot, just different graphics) for only $389.99 For a race-ready package, upgrade to the Salomon Upgrade to the 2013 Rossignol X3 or 2013 Rossignol RC Carbon boot for a package price of $504 2013 X3 FW (womens) boot for a package price of $389 Skating Packages Upgrade to the 2013 Salomon Escape 7 Pilot or 2013 Siam 7 Pilot (womens) boot and 2013 SNS Pilot bindings for a package price of $419 or upgrade to 2013 Fischer SC Skate Cut / 2013 Fischer RC3 the 2013 Salomon Pro Combi Pilot boot and SNS Skate or My Style Skate Boot Package $388 – 2013 Fischer SC Skate Cut. Ski weight = 1380 Pilot bindings for a package price of $469 grams for size 187cm. Sizes 172cm = (skier weight 2013 Atomic Team Classic Wax / 2013 Salomon 77-110 lbs), 177cm = (100-140 lbs), 182cm = Escape 7 Pilot or Siam 7 Pilot Boot Package $414 (130-155 lbs), 187cm = (150-175 lbs), 192cm =(175--2013 Atomic Team Classic Ski weight = 1160 230 lbs). The Air Core construction using Air Tec grams for size 191cm. Side cut = (44.5-42-44)mm. Basalight technologies has made the SC Skate Cut Sizes 191cm = (weight range of 110-154 lbs), 196cm lighter. Add Speed Grinding, Power Edge, World = (132-165 lbs), 201cm = (143-198 lbs) & 206cm = Cup Pro base and Skate Cut side cut that makes (154-209 lbs).This is a very uphills a lot easier. You a lot of ski for the price. high performance in track Demo Rating: ***7/8 List: $179 waxable ski and it comes in -- Match with the 2013 Fischer RC3 Skate for men a medium and hard camber. or My Style Skate Boot for women. The Fischer RC3 Based on your weight and Skate fits sizes 8 to 13.5 men. The My Style fits experience level we will women size 6 to 11 and is great looking and custom fit the length and engineered with the Ladies Fit Concept for a ideal stiffness for you and even fit. Both boots have Thinsulate insulation for mark the wax pocket! Easy excellent warmth, thermo fit foot molding, Heel Fit to wax. We prep the base strap and articulating Flex Cuff for secure stability which includes hot waxing enhance this boots appeal. The RC 3 Skate is the the tips and tails. This is an men's version, and like the RC My style is perfect extremely popular ski for for recreational skate and sport high school racers, team skate skiers. Demo Rating: racers and fast sport skiers ****. List: $209 alike. We nicknamed this -- Add the 2013 Fischer NNN ski the F-18. Made for NIS Exercise Skate Binding. machined groomed tracks. These bindings have an Use on and off trail 90 - 10. Demo rating ****3/4 adjustment for different snow List: $269.95 conditions. Demo Rating: ****. -- If you order a men's boot you'll receive the 2013 Use: Skating only. List price: $60 Salomon Escape 7 Pilot CF boot, Sizes 8 to 15 men, -- Plus the Swix Alulite Pole. or if you order a women's boot you'll get the 2013 Easy to get into extra wide Swix Siam 7 Pilot CF boot, Sizes 5 to 10 women. The Pilot strap, very stiff. Use on trail for Classic sole attaches the boot to 2 places on the classic or skate. Demo Rating binding for enhanced control! Use on and off trail ***3/4. List: $50 (50-50). These boots are a great blend of comfort and performance, with Thinsulate insulation, exterior A great 2013 skating package for ergonomic flexible cuff (for great ankle support), a only: $388 lace cover with central zip and a gaiter hook and SNS Pilot Active outsole. External and internal heel List: $523 skis ($179), boots ($209), bindings reinforcement provides for efficient energy transfer ($60), poles ($50), binding installation & to skis. The Siam 7 Pilot is a women's specific design 8 base prep ($20) & Ski Bones ($5). 2013 Rossignol Zymax NIS Skating / 2013 Rossignol X6 Combi boot pkg $359.99 --2013 Rossignol Zymax NIS Skating. Ski weight = 1270 grams for size 180 cm. Sidecut = (40/44/43/43)mm. Sizes 170cm = (skier weight 90-135 lbs), 180cm = (130-170 lbs) & 190cm = (165-225 lbs). A ski designed for the recreational skate skier. Easy to learn on, light weight, stable and high-end features like the Activ'cap, K7000 tuned base and stiff skating camber make this ski a great value. XCSKIHQ Demo Rating: **** List $270 -- Match with the 2013 Rossignol X6 Combi NNN boot. Fits size 7 Women to size 13.5 Men. Comes with a supportive articulated cuff for skating stability, fast lacing and zippered lace cover. The NNN Sole is a perfect match to the NNN NIS Exercise Skate Binding. Demo Rating: ****. List: $160 -- Add the 2013 NNN NIS Exercise Skate Binding. These bindings have an adjustment for different snow conditions. Demo Rating: ****. Use: Skating only. List price: $60 -- Plus the Swix Alulite Pole. Extra wide Swix strap, very stiff. Use on trail for classic or skate. Demo Rating ***3/4. List: $50 A great 2013 skate package for only: $359.95 List: $565 skis ($270), boots ($160), bindings ($60), poles ($50), binding installation & prep ($20) & Ski Bones ($5). *Upgrade to the Swix RC151 RC Race Pro pole for a package price of $369.95. value. Demo Rating ****. List: $60 A close-out 2012 skate package for only: $389.95 List: $599.89 skis ($214.95), boots ($214.95), bindings ($84.99), poles ($60), binding installation & prep ($20) & Ski Bones ($5) Future All American 2013 Salomon Equipe 8 Skate / 2013 Salomon Pro Combi Pilot Boot Package $447 --2013 Salomon Equipe 8 Skate. Side cut = (42-4443-45)mm. Ski weight = 1270 grams for size 186cm. Sizes 174cm = (skier weight (78-121 lbs), 179cm (110 to 143 lbs), 186cm (133 to 165 lbs) & 191cm (154 to 209+lbs). The Equipe 8 Skate (the Mustang) is fast and easy to ski. This performance ski features a Javlin Sidecut for speed, yet with a little extra tail width it is easy to steer and very stable. The strong and lightweight Densolite core wraped up in the Salomon Skating Space Frame makes these skis very responsive. The G4 base with a universal grind makes this an ideal sport or citizen race ski. Fast and easy to control. Demo rating****1/4 List price: $299.95 -- Match with the 2013 Salomon Pro Combi Pilot. Unisex sizing, (sizes 4 to 10 women) and (sizes 7 to 13 men). Even though the sole is softer and a bit more comfortable than a pure skating sole, performance is not sacrificed. The Pilot 2 innovation more than makes up for the softer sole. There is better power transmission and more control! It is also a fantastic classic boot because of the softer sole! Use skating or classic and get high performance each way. Demo rating:****3/4 List: $249.95 -- Add the 2013 Salomon Pilot Sport Skate Binding: With 2 axes, a rigid steel link with skating amplitude and bumperless freedom. The Pilot skate technology for maximum control and power transmission with easy step-in and user friendly "push pull" step out Demo Rating: ****1/2. Use: Skating only. List price: $84.95 -- Plus the 2013 Swix RA102 Pro Light Click pole. This new lightweight special reinforced aluminum pole from Swix features the famous Profit Strap which ensures supurb power transfer. Click strap detaches easily from handle with just a click! A great feature with real value. Use on trail for classic or skate. Demo Rating ****. List: $70 2012 Atomic Pro Skate / 2012 Atomic Sport or Aina Skate Pilot boot package $389.95 -- 2012 Atomic Pro Skate, Ski weight 1070 grams for size 172cm. Side cut = (45/42/45)mm. Sizes 172cm = (skier weight 89 -133 lbs), 178cm = (110-154 lbs), 184cm = (143-176 lbs) and 190cm = (154-209+lbs). The wide side cut profil provides great support and stability. The High Densolite core makes them very light weight yet strong. The Carbon ptex-3000 base is easy to wax and very durable. XCSKIHQ Demo Rating: ***3/4 14.95 -- Match with the 2012 Atomic Sport Skate Pilot boot (men) or Aina Skate Pilot boot (women). Comes with a supportive articulated cuff for skating stability, fast lacing and an adjustable heel strap to lock down your heel. The Salomon SNS Pilot 2 sole ensures optimal flex, excellent ski control and very good walking properties. It also features a conformable foot bed that ensures very good fit & comfort. Demo Rating: ****. List: $214.95 -- Add the 2012 Salomon/Atomic Pilot Sport Skate Binding: 2 times the control = 2 times the fun. With 2 axes, a rigid steel link with skating amplitude and bumperless freedom. The Pilot skate technology for A great 2013 Skate maximum control and power transmission with easy package for only: $447 step-in and user friendly "push pull" step out Demo Rating: ****1/2. Use: Skating only. List price: $84.99 List $729.85: skis ($299.95), boots -- Plus the 2012 Swix Alulite RA800 CT 7 Profit ($249.95), bindings ($84.95), Strap Click Pole. Strap detaches easily from handle poles ($70), binding installation & with just a click! Very stiff. A great feature with true 9prep ($20) & Ski Bones ($5). 2013 Atomic Team Skate / 2012 Atomic Sport Skate or Aina Skate Pilot Boot Package $447 -- 2013 Atomic Team Skate. Side cut = (44-4243.5)mm. Ski weight = 1010 grams for size 172cm. Sizes 172cm = (skier weight 89 -133 lbs), 178cm = (110-154 lbs), 184cm = (143-176 lbs) and 190cm = (154 - 209+lbs). The Speed Cell Core combines with Ultra High Densolite and Diviny insert, an especially low density material. The result is significant weight reduction and superb performance. This is a very light ski for the money, it tracks well and is fast. The Carbon ptex-300 base is easy to wax and very durable. XCSKIHQ Demo Rating: **** 1/4 List $269.95 -- .Match with the 2012 Atomic Sport Skate Pilot boot (men) or Aina Skate Pilot boot (women). Fits size 5.5 Women to size 13.5 Men. Comes with a supportive articulated cuff for skating stability, fast lacing and an adjustable heel strap to lock down your heel. The Salomon SNS Pilot 2 sole ensures optimal flex, excellent ski control and very good walking properties. It also features a conformable foot bed that insures very good fit & comfort. Demo Rating: ****. List: $219.95 -- Add the 2013 Salomon/Atomic Pilot Sport Skate Binding: 2 times the control = 2 times the fun. With 2 axes, a rigid steel link with skating amplitude and bumperless freedom. The Pilot skate technology for maximum control and power transmission with easy step-in and user friendly "push pull" step out. Demo Rating: ****1/2. Use: Skating only. List price: $84.95 --Add the 2013 Atomic 100% Carbon Race Pole, Sizes 130cm - 170cm. This new race pole from Atomic features a cork grip, power strap, racing basket and tungsten tip. Made of pure carbon, this pole is very light, super stiff and super strong. List: $129.95 A fast, fun ski package for a great value: $447 List: $659.89 skis ($269.95), boots ($219.95), bindings ($84.99), poles ($60), binding installation & prep ($20) & Ski Bones ($5). ****1/4 List $300 -- Match with the 2013 Fischer RC3 Skate or My Style Skate Boot The RC My Style Skate boot fits sizes 6 to 11 Women. The Fischer RC3 Skate fits sizes 8 to 13.5 Men. The RC My Style is great looking and is engineered with the Ladies Fit Concept for an ideal fit. Thinsulate insulation for excellent warmth, thermo fit foot molding, Heel Fit strap and articulating Flex Cuff for secure stability enhance this boot’s appeal. The RC 3 Skate is the men's version, and like the RC My style is perfect for recreational skate and sport skate skiers. Features include the Race Fit Concept, thermo fit foot molding, Heel Fit strap and articulating Flex Cuff. Demo Rating: ****. List: $209 -- Add the 2013 Fischer NNN NIS Exercise Skate Binding. These secure, easy-to-use bindings have an adjustment for different snow conditions. Demo Rating: ****. Use: Skating only. List price: $69.95 -- Plus the 2013 Fischer RC3 pole. High quality aluminum shaft and hard metal tip provide optimal power transfer and make this a great choice for the occasional racer or demanding recreational skier. Features include cork grip, race strap and Racelite big basket. Demo Rating ****. List: $60 An easy to handle & fast 2013 Skate package: $479 List: $663.95 skis ($300), boots ($209), bindings ($69.95), poles ($60), binding installation & base prep ($20) & Ski Bones ($5). 2013 Salomon Equipe 9 Skate / 2013 Salomon Pro Combi Pilot Boot Package $539.99 --2013 Salomon Equipe 9 Skate. Ski weight = 1250 grams for size 186cm. Side cut = (42-44-43-45)mm. Sizes 174cm = (weight range 78-121 lbs), 179cm = (110 to 143 lbs), 186cm = (133 to 165 lbs) & 191cm = (154 to 209+lbs). The Equipe 9 Skate (the Corvette) is very fast and steers well. This high performance ski features a Javlin Sidecut for speed. The lightweight Densomex core is wrapped up in the Salomon Skating Space Frame, making the Equipe 9 Skate very fast yet easy to control. Add the G5 Zeolite universal base with a World Cup universal grind and you have a great racing ski. . Demo rating****3/4 List price: $399.95 -- Match with the 2013 Salomon Pro Combi Pilot. Unisex sizing, (sizes 4 to 10 women) and (sizes 7 to 13 men). Even though the sole is softer and a bit more comfortable than a pure skating sole, performance is not sacrificed. The Pilot 2 innovation more than makes up for the softer sole. There is better power transmission and more control! It is also a fantastic classic boot because of the softer sole! Use for skating or classic and get high performance each way. Demo rating:****3/4 List: $249.95 -- Add the 2013 Salomon Pilot Sport Skate Binding. With 2 axes, a rigid steel link with skating amplitude and bumperless freedom, the Pilot skate technology is ideal for super control and power transmission, 2013 Fischer SCS Skating NIS / 2013 Fischer RC3 Skating or RC My Style Boot Package $479 -- 2013 Fischer SCS Skating World Cup. Ski weight = (1270 grams for 187cm) World Cup Sidecut = (44-44-41)mm. Sizes 172cm = (skier weight 79 - 119 lbs), 177cm = (110 - 141 lbs), 182cm = (121 - 152 lbs), 187cm = (142 - 176 lbs) & 192cm = (171 - 211 lbs). Fischer's Air Core Basalite Pro construction, Ultra Finish World Cup Pro Universal Base for all temperature and snow conditions, Power Edge and computer flex control for perfectly matched skis, make this full length skate ski one of the best values in the whole skating world! They are fast and most enjoyable to ski. XCSKIHQ Demo Rating: 10 with easy step-in and user-friendly "push pull" step out. Demo Rating: ****1/2. Use: Skating only. List price: $84.95 -- Plus the 2013 Swix RA102 Pro Light Click pole. This new lightweight special reinforced aluminum pole from Swix features the famous Profit Strap which ensures superb power transfer. Click strap detaches easily from handle with just a click! A great feature with real value. Use on trail for classic or skate. Demo Rating ****. List: $70 A great 2013 Skate package for only: $539.99 List: $829.85 skis ($399.95), boots ($249.95), bindings ($84.95), poles ($70), binding installation & prep ($20) & Ski Bones ($5). *Upgrade to the Salomon RS Carbon Skate boot (list price $349.95) for a total package price of $616. 2013 Fischer RCR Skating Vasa NIS / 2013 Fischer RC5 Skating Boot Package $569 -- 2013 Fischer RCR Skating Vasa NIS. Ski weight = 1190 grams for size 187cm. Side cut = (41/44/44)mm. Sizes 177cm = (skier weight 79 to 119 lbs, 182cm = (110 to 141 lbs), 187cm = (143 to 176 lbs), 192cm = (176 to 210 lbs), 197cm = (210 to 245+ lbs). Ultimate ski matching with Computer Flex Control, Air Core construction, World Cup pre waxed base, Race finish, Speed Tip and Speed Tail, and light weight make this a great racing ski at a very reasonable price! XCSKIHQ Demo Rating: ****1/2 List $379.95 -- Match 2013 Fischer RC5 Skating boot. Fits size 5 Women to size 14 Men. Top model for ambitious skaters. Easy to get on, very stable with a high flexing cuff, and really comfortable with the Thermo Fit. Includes a Speed Lock System and Canting for individual adjustment. Demo Rating: ****1/2. List: $239 -- Add the 2013 Fischer NNN NIS Exercise Skate Binding. These bindings have an adjustment for different snow conditions. Demo Rating: ****. Use: Skating only. List price: $69.95 -- Plus the 2013 Swix RC 151 RC Pro Pole. Famous Swix Profit Strap and performance composite handle ensure superb power transfer. Features a composite shaft and a large 97 racing basket. 135cm 175cm. Use on trail for classic or skate. A great value for a quality Swix pole. Demo Rating ****. List: $50 A fast, lightweight, high performance 2013 skate package for only: $569 List: $763.90 skis ($379.95), boots ($239), bindings ($69.95), poles ($50), binding installation & base prep ($20) & Ski Bones ($5). 2013 Salomon S-Lab Equipe 10 Skate Cold Hard / 2013 Salomon S-Lab Skate Pro Package $929 -- 2013 Salomon S-Lab Equipe 10 Skate Cold Hard 44/43/44 (1000 grams/192cm) 182cm 110154lbs, 187cm 133-176lbs and 192cm 154209lbs. A favorite among our race team last season, these Ferraris from Salomon are super fast and easy to maneuver. Power distribution camber provides high stability, great rebound energy and fast straight line acceleration. This stiff yet low carbon-powered camber provides phenomenally efficient energy transfer on all surfaces and terrain. The cold base is a more all around choice than the warm base. XCSKIHQ Demo Rating: *****. List: $649.95 -- Match with the 2013 Salomon S-Lab Skate Pro. Sizing 8 through 13. Salomon's best skating boot features a micro-adjustable buckle over the arch, ensuring a precise fit and unmatched support and power transmission. Features include: RS 17 Underfoot Technology that moves the pivot point 17mm behind the front of the boot for better power transmission, extended Carbon Fiber 3D Skate Chassis, Power hold system and Buttressing Wings Energyzer cuff which provide high lateral semi-rigid progressive support, Sensifit overlap construction, Quicklace Cable, welded (waterproof) diagonal zip lace cover with zipper lock, lower leg memo strap, adjustable heel strap and molded heel counter. This boot is worn by many Olympic XC racers around the world for good reason. Demo Rating *****. List: $499.95 -- Add the 2013 Salomon SNS Pilot Equipe Skate binding. The most advanced skating binding out there, the Salomon Pilot 2 Axis technology attaches to the boot at 2 places to provide the best control and power transmission. You can feel the increased stability the minute you start skiing! Demo Rating: *****. Use: Skating only. List price: $119.95 -- Add the 2013 Atomic 100% Carbon Race Pole, Sizes 130cm - 170cm. This new race pole from Atomic features a cork grip, power strap, racing basket and tungsten tip. Made of pure carbon, this pole is very light, super stiff and super strong. Demo Rating ****1/2. List: $129.95 A fantastic World Cup 2 0 1 3 package for only: $929 List: $1424.80 sk is ($649.95), boots ($499.95), b i n d i n g s ($119.95), poles ($129.95), b i n d i n g installation & prep ($20), and Ski Bones ($5) *Ski base also available in Warm *Upgrade to the 2013 Rossignol X10 skate boot (list Hard and price $280) and 2013 Atomic 100% carbon race pole Extra Hard (list price $129.95) for a package price of $616. 11 2013 Fischer RCS Carbonlite Skating Hole Ski NIS/ 2013 Fischer RCS Carbonlite Skating or WS RCS Carbonlite Skating Boot Package $1039 -- 2013 Fischer RCS Carbonlite Skating Hole Ski NIS Ski weight = 980 grams for 187cm. World Cup Side Cut. Sizes 187cm = (skier weight 143 186 lbs) 192cm = (165 - 220 lbs). We completely sold out of these Fischer hole skis before the end of the season last year, and had both elite racers and recreational skiers raving about them. The lightest ski on the market, the Carbonlite hole ski is not only lightning fast, but much more stable than one might expect. We are such believers in this ski that Cross Country Ski Headquarters is one of the few official Fischer RCS Carbonlite Skating Hole Ski Centers in the USA. The result of a properly engineered hole in the tip of a skating ski is quite noticeable. Not only do you have less weight, you have less inertia resulting in higher stride frequencies and faster speeds. This is the ski that continues to conquer in the Olympics. We sell mostly the Plus stiffs to the lower elevations with hard pack. Demo rating *****. List $625 -- Match with the 2013 Fischer RCS Carbonlite and WS RCS Carbonlite Skating Boot, Women sizes 6 -10, Mens sizes 7 -14. The best skating boot available from Fischer, the RCS Carbonlite is now available in Mens and Womens, with each boot specifically tuned to the special anatomy of the male and female foot. Fischer's advances in the Torsion Control system and Frame technology plus a lighter insole create a surprisingly comfortable fit for a stiff racing sole, and the boot includes many adjustment points to provide a customized feel. The WC Carbon Crosslink and WC Canting Carbon cuff, plus snake lacing enhance the value of this excellent Skating boot. This boot will no doubt be seen more and more on the race course this season. Demo rating *****. List $475 -- Add the 2013 very light Xcelerator Skate NIS binding. Not only is this NNN NIS binding light but the fit is more precise giving more stability and control. Demo rating *****. List $129.95 -- Add the 2013 Atomic 100% Carbon Race Pole, Sizes 130cm - 170cm. This new race pole from Atomic features a cork grip, power strap, racing basket and tungsten tip. Made of pure carbon, this pole is very light, super stiff and super strong. List: $129.95 Adventure, Backcountry & All Around Packages Closeout 2012 Alpina Red Tail / 2012 Salomon X-ADV 5 Boot Package $369 -- 2012 Alpina Red Tail. Side cut = (68-60-65) mm. Ski weight = 2057 grams for size 180cm. Sizes: 160 cm = (skier weight 80 lbs to 129 lbs), 170 cm = (120 to 155 lbs), 180cm = (150 to 185 lbs) & 190cm = (180 to 230 lbs). Use on and off trail (40-60). A really good looking backcountry ski that is not too wide for on the trail, yet wide enough for great flotation off trail. The Posi Grip base climbs like a mountain goat. Sufficient side cut and an ice stabilizing full steel edge the Red Tail create great platform-like security and provide ease of turning. Mid length sizing makes them super easy to control, and the bulletproof wood core cap construction means these skis will last a very long time. Feed back is very positive. Demo rating****1/2 List: $235 -- Match with the 2012 Salomon X-ADV 5 boot. One of the most rugged backcountry boots out there, the X-ADV 5 is designed for optimum support and protection. This boot is ideal for those who like spending most of their time skiing off the groomed track. The Ergonomic flexible cuff combined with Sensifit ensure stability and comfort. The internal thermo formed heel counter and the 5mm thermo insole guarantee a perfect fit. Thinsulate insulation plus a water repellent zippered lace cover will keep your feet dry and warm. The SNS X-AVD rubber outsole provides great stability for skiing, and excellent traction for walking and hiking. A great BC boot. Demo Rating ****. List price: $179.95 -- Add the 2012 Salomon X-ADV Access backcountry binding. A burly binding to match the rugged X-ADV 5 boot. Features include reinforced footprint holds and toe steering wedge. Demo rating ****. List price: $79.95 -- Plus 2013 ASC ST BC round basket pole. Pole Sizes: 120cm to 155cm. Aluminum tapered shaft with powder basket and standard strap. For use in and out of prepared trail. Demo Rating ****. Use on and off trail (40-60) List price: $30 A great backcountry package for just $369 List: $550.90 Includes: skis ($235), boots ($179.95), bindings ($79.95), poles ($30), binding installation & prep ($20), and Ski Bones ($5). *Substitute the 2013 Alpina Snowfield BC boot and the NNN Automatic BC binding for $364. One of the best skating packages money can buy: $1039 List: $1384.90 Includes: skis ($625), boots ($475), bindings ($129.95), poles ($129.95), binding installation & prep ($20), and Ski Bones ($5). 12 Ski the Marl Lake trail on Adventure Skis 2013 Alpina Discovery / 2013 Alpina Snowfield Boot Package $388.31 -- 2013 Alpina Discovery. Ski weight = 2057 grams for size 180cm. Side cut = (68-60-65)mm. Sizes 160 cm = (skier weight 80 lbs to 129 lbs), 170 cm (120 to 155 lbs), 180cm (150 to 185 lbs), 190cm (180 to 230 lbs). Use on and off trail (40-60). A full metal (not 3/4) backcountry ski that is not too wide for on the trail, yet wide enough for great flotation on and off trail. The Posi Grip base climbs like a mountain goat. With sufficient side cut, along with an ice stabilizing full steel edge, the Discovery gives great platform-like security besides letting you turn easily. Mid length sizing makes them super easy to control and the bulletproof wood core cap construction means these skis will last a very long time. Feedback is very positive. Demo rating****1/2 List: $225 -- Match with the 2013 Alpina Snowfield boot (sizes 7 to 14 men or 5 to 10 women). Use on and off trail (50-50). This medium-flex boot is comfortable and versatile. Features include Thinsulate insulation, NNN medium flex BC sole, traditional over the ankle lacing system and an anatomic footbed. This backcountry boot will satisfy the groomed trail skier's search for a lightweight but very stable boot. Demo Rating ***3/4. List price: $139 -- Add the 2013 NNN BC 3: Automatic Back Country Binding from Rottefella. Very stable and delivers the torque you need to turn the metal edged Backcountry skis. Use on and off trail (10-90) only with NNN BC soled boots. Demo Rating: ****3/4. List price: $89 -- Plus 2013 ASC ST BC round basket pole. Pole Sizes: 120cm to 155cm. Aluminum tapered shaft with powder basket and standard strap. For use in and out of prepared trail. Demo Rating ****. Use on and off trail (40-60) List price: $30 A very popular adventure pkg at a great price: $388.31 List: $508 Includes: skis ($225), boots ($139), bindings ($89), poles ($30), installation & prep ($20), and Ski Bones ($5). *Substitute the 2011 or 2012 Discovery (same exact ski, just different graphics) for only $349. *Upgrade to Alpina BC 1550 or BC 1550 Lady boot (sturdier and more rugged ) for $424.31. 2013 Rossignol BC 65 Positrack / 2013 Rossignol BC X6 or X6FW Boot Package $389 -- 2013 Rossignol BC 65 Positrack. Ski weight 1760 grams for size 185cm. Side cut = (65-53-60)mm. Sizes 165 cm = (skier weight 80 lbs to 129 lbs), 175 cm = (120 to 155 lbs), 185cm = (150 to 185 lbs), 195cm = (180 to 230+ lbs). Use on and off trail (40-60). The BC 65 is one of our best selling BC skis for its versatility on and off trail. The wood / air core and Positrack base climbs like a mountain goat. The full steel edges offer excellent control and stability. The double camber assures good glide. Mid length sizing makes them super easy to control and the DuraClear cap construction means these skis will last a long time. Demo rating:****1/2 List: $245 -- Match with the 2013 Rossignol BC X6 boot sizes (men 6 to 14) or 2013 BC X6 FW. (sizes women 5 to 10). Use on and off trail (40-60). Features include: full plastic wrap around free hinge tensioning cuff, heat moldable inner boot, Heel Lock Down System, Thinsulate Insulation, lace cover, built-in snow gaiter, and a women's last on the BC X6. The BC X6 fits and performs very well. Demo rating ****1/2. List price: $155 -- Plus the 2013 Rossignol NNN BC3 Auto: Automatic Back Country Binding from Rottefella. Use On and off trail (40-60) only with NNN BC soled boots. Demo Rating: ****1/2. List price: $90 -- Plus 2013 ASC ST BC round basket pole. Pole Sizes: 130cm to 155cm. Aluminum tapered shaft with powder basket and standard strap. For use in and out of prepared trail. Demo Rating ****. Use on and off trail (40-60) List price: $30 Put it all together for a great package price of $389 List: $545 Includes: skis ($245), boots ($155), bindings ($90), poles ($30), installation & prep ($20), and Ski Bones ($5). Substitute last year’s BC X5 or BC X5 FW boots (limited sizes) for a package price of only $369 2013 Fischer Spider 62 / 2013 Alpina Snowfield Boot Package $394.95 -- 2013 Fischer Spider 62. Ski weight = 1790 grams for 179cm. Side Cut = (62-52-60)mm Mid length Sizes 169cm (skier weight 90 lbs to 151 lbs), 179cm = (143 to 183 lbs) & 189cm = (181 to 220+ lbs). This ski is big news from Fischer, and was one of our best selling backcountry skis last season. This base climbs and glides better than any no-wax base that Fischer ever put on a metal edged no-wax ski. Use in and out of trail:(50-50) This ski is narrower than most midlength full metal edge adventure skis. Add the lighter Air Tec Core construction, generous side cut and ultra finished stone ground Sintec base, full length micro metal edges and you get stability and easy turning with very little effort! XCSKIHQ Demo Rating: ****1/2 List: $259 -- Match with the 2013 Alpina Snowfield boot (sizes 7 to 14 men or 5 to 10 women). Use on and off trail (50-50). This medium-flex boot pairs well with a lighter weight backcountry ski like the Spider. Features include Thinsulate insulation, NNN medium flex BC sole, traditional over the ankle lacing system and an anatomic footbed. This backcountry boot is a great choice for non-telemark applications off trail, and it will also satisfy the groomed trail skier's search for a lightweight but very stable boot. Demo Rating ***3/4. List price: $139 -- Add the 2013 NNN BC 3: Automatic Back Country Binding from Rottefella. Very stable and delivers the torque you need to turn the metal edged Backcountry skis. Use On and off trail (10-90) only with NNN BC soled boots. Demo Rating: ****3/4. List price: $89 -- Plus 2013 ASC ST BC round basket pole. Pole Sizes: 120cm to 155cm. Aluminum tapered shaft with powder basket and standard strap. For use in and out of prepared trail. Demo Rating ****. Use on and off trail (4060) List price: $30 Great performing adventure package. $394.95 List: $542 Includes: skis ($259), boots ($139), bindings ($89), 13 poles ($30), installation & prep ($20), and Ski Bones ($5). 2013 Alpina Tracker / 2013 Rossignol BC X6 or X6FW Boot Package $416 -- 2013 Alpina Tracker. Side Cut = (64-52-60)mm. Mid length Sizes 165 cm = (skier weight 80 lbs to 125 lbs), 175 cm = (120 to 155 lbs), 185cm = (150 to 185 lbs) & 195cm = (180 to 230 lbs). Even though this ski has a lot of technical features, it is really a fantastic adventure and recreational ski! In and out of trail: (4555). Deep side cut and full steel edges give this ski great stability and easy turning in any conditions. The positive base makes climbing a breeze and its computer matched flex pattern ensures the perfect mix of grip and glide. This light weight ski also fits nicely in the machined groomed tracks. The Tracker is just a little narrower than the Rossi BC 65 so it performs in the tracks (groomed or skied in) just a little better. XCSKIHQ Demo Rating: ****9/16 List: $239 -- Match with the 2013 Rossignol BC X6 boot sizes men 6 to 14) or 2013 BC X6 FW. (sizes women 5 to 10). Use on and off trail (40-60). With full plastic wrap around, free hinge tensioning cuff, Heat moldable inner boot, Heel Lock Down System, Thinsulate Insulation, lace cover, built in snow gaiter, and on the BC X6 FW a women's last. These boots fit and perform very well. Demo rating ****1/2. List price: $155 -- Plus the 2013 Rossignol NNN BC3 Auto: Automatic Back Country Binding from Rottefella. Use on and off trail (40-60) only with NNN BC soled boots. Demo Rating: ****1/2. List price: $90 -- Plus the 2013 Masters ASC XT Sizes: 120cm to 160cm. This traditional pole has a great new wide strap, tapered aluminum shaft and a good sized round powder basket for use in and out of prepared trail. Demo Rating ****. Use on and off trail (40-60) List price: $39 This fun and well-equipped package is a bargain that you can ski in on any snow condition, anywhere you want: $416 List: $548 Includes: skis ($239), boots ($155), bindings ($90), poles ($39), binding installation & prep ($20), and Ski Bones ($5). Substitute last years BC X5 (Men's) or BC X5 FW (Women's) boots (not all sizes available) for a package price of only $396 Upgrade to the heavy duty 2013 Alpina BC 1550 (Men's) or BC 1550 Eve (Women's) boot for a package price of only $432 2013 Alpina Red Bird / 2013 Alpina BC 1550 or BC 1550 Eve Boot Package $418 -- 2013 Alpina Red Bird. Side cut = (60-50-55)mm. Ski weight 1814 grams for size 180cm. Sizes 180 cm = (skier weight 80 lbs to 129 lbs), 190cm = (120 to 155 lbs), 200cm = (150 to 185 lbs), 210cm (180 to 230 lbs). This full length ski is used on and off trail (60-40). The Red Bird is one of our all time favorite backcountry skis. Because of its full length and narrow waist, the Red Bird performs really well on groomed trail and off. Perfect for those who like the feel of a traditional length ski but want metal edges for more stability and to take off trail. These skis are wood cored for lively performance and combined, with the positive profiled no-wax base, will perform exceptionally well on prepared tracks and skied in tracks in all conditions. Their metal edges ensure great stability including on crusty and icy conditions. Demo rating ****1/2 List: $235 -- Match with the 2013 Alpina BC 1550 Boot (sizes 7 to 14) or 2013 Alpina 1550 BC Eve Boot. (sizes 5 to 10 women). Use on and off trail (40-60). With full plastic wrap around tensioning cuff, Thinsulate insulation, high cuff and anatomic shaped foot bed (the BC 1550 Lady has additional features including a women's last and auto fit padding), this is our number one Backcountry boot. Demo Rating ****1/2. List price: $179 Add the 2013 NNN BC 3: Automatic Back Country Binding from Rottefella. Very stable and delivers the torque you need to turn the metal edged Backcountry skis. Use on and off trail (10-90) only with NNN BC soled boots. Demo Rating: ****3/4. List price: $89 -- Plus the 2013 Masters ASC XT Sizes: 120cm to 160cm. This traditional pole has a great wide strap, tapered aluminum shaft and a good sized round powder basket for use in and out of prepared trail. Demo Rating ****. Use on and off trail (40-60) List price: $39 A very popular, full length metal-edge pkg for $418 List: $567 Includes: skis ($235), boots ($179), bindings ($89), poles ($39), binding installation & prep ($20), and Ski Bones ($5). Substitute the 2013 BC X6 (Men's) or 2013 BC X6 FW (Women's) boots (not all sizes available) for a package price of only $405 Substitute last years BC X5 (Men's) or BC X5 FW (Women's) boots (not all sizes available) for a package price of only $385 size 4 womens to size 8 Men. This universal junior racing boot features an ergonomic Ankle Support 2013 Salomon Team Grip / 2013 Salomon Mini Profil Cuff for maximum stability. Easy entry loops and slider make the boots easy to get on and the Jr Package $184.95 -- 2013 Salomom Team Grip No Wax (51-47-50), adjustable power strap ensures a firm fit. The Stretch From Austria sizes 91cm (under 35 lbs), 101cm (35 PU Cover is the perfect protection for the cold temps. Demo Rating: ****. List: $129 - 45 lbs), 111cm (40 - 55 lbs), -- Add the 2013 Rossignol NNN NIS F4 Skate 121cm (50 - 65 lbs), 131cm Binding. These bindings have an adjustment for (60 - 75 lbs), 141 (70 - 85 lbs) different snow conditions. Demo Rating: ****. Use: 151cm (84 - 99 lbs), 161cm Skating only. List price: $69.95 (95 - 115 lbs), 171cm (110 -- Plus the 2013 Fischer RCS Junior Pole 40% High 132 lbs) . With the Salomon Modulus Carbon shaft plus state-of-the-art Race G2 Nowax base the kids can Strap, cork grip and racelite basket with a hard metal get good kick and fast glide. In tip. Very stiff. Use on trail for classic or skate. Demo and out of trail 50-50. Rating **** 1/2. List: $49 XCSKIHQ Demo Rating ****1/2 List: $109.95 A great Junior Skate package for only: $368 -- Add the 2013 Salomon Mini Junior Boot. Sizes: Kids 9 to 7 List: $521.95 skis ($249), boots ($129), bindings ($69.95), 1/2 women's / 6 men's. Use on poles ($49), installation & prep ($20) & Ski Bones ($5). and off trail (50-50). Faux fur lining and wool forefoot 2013 Fischer RCS Carbonlite Hole Skate Ski Jr ensure warmth, and over the / 2013 Salomon Skiathlon Jr Pilot Boot Package -- 2013 Fischer RCS Carbonlite Jr Ski. Weight = 890 ankle support make the Mini a grams for size 162cm. World Cup Side Cut 41-44very stable and comfortable 44. Sizes 162cm (skier weight 85 - 97lbs), 172cm Junior boot. SNS Profil (skier weight 98 - 110lbs) and 177cm (skier weight Touring Sport outsole. Demo 110 - 120lbs). This top performing junior skate ski Rating **** List price: $89.95 -- Plus the 2013 Salomon Profil Auto Junior, the is the lightest and best greatest kids all around auto step-in binding made. performing skate ski on junior market. The junior flexor gives just the right balance of the control and flexibility for skiers weighing under 135 Features include Air Core lbs. Use on and off trail (50-50) Demo Rating: ****. Carbonlite, DRG WC Plus base for optimum List price: $54.99 performance in the widest -- Add the 2013 Salomon Comp Jr pole, Sizes: 90cm range of conditions, through 120 cm. Tapered aluminum shaft and an Computer Flex Control, asymmetric basket. Demo Rating ****. Use on and Power Edge, and the off trail (50-50). List price $24.95 famous Hole Ski Tip. Very maneuverable for Best Junior nowax package ever! $184.95 such a high performing ski, and they come pre Buy a Kids Jr no wax package for $184.95. When the kids waxed with Swix Fluoro. grow into a larger boot size it will cost approx $15 - $25 Give your young athlete the very best with Fischer's to trade into the larger boot from our trade in program. RCS Carbonlite Hole Ski. XCSKIHQ Demo Rating: To trade in for a Junior to Junior larger skis the cost is ***** List price: $349 approx $15 to $35. When the kids grow into adult sized -- Match with the 2013 Salomon Skiathlon Junior skis the cost to trade for Jr to adult skis and bindings from Pilot boot. Fits size 1 Womens to size 12 Mens. This our trade in program is approx $95 to $125 new boot from Salomon is one of the best Junior Racing boots out there. With a supportive, articulated List: $304.84 Includes: skis ($109.95), boots ($89.95), bindings ($54.99), cuff and combi flex, junior skiers get the very best in poles ($24.95), binding installation & prep ($20), and Ski Bones ($5). multi-discipline racing performance. Quicklace lacing 2013 Fischer RCS Skating JR / Fischer Junior and Sensifit envelopment ensure a great, customizable Combi NIS Boot Package fit, and SNS Pilot Sport outsole gives young skiers -- 2013 Fischer RCS Skating Jr. Ski weight = 970 twice the control. Demo Rating: *****. List: $199.95 grams for size 157cm. World Cup Side Cut (41-44- -- Add the 2013 Salomon Pilot Sport binding, 44)mm. Sizes 167cm = ( skier weight 88 - 108 lbs), featuring 2 axes, a rigid steel link with skating 172cm = (99 - 119 lbs) & 177cm = (110 - 130 lbs). amplitude and bumperless freedom. The Pilot skate Air Core, Power Edge, lightning Fast DTG World technology ensures maximum control and power Cup Universal stone grinding Pro Base make these transmission with easy step-in and user friendly "push pull" step out Demo Rating: ****1/2. Use: skis a favorite among the Skating only. List price: $84.99 Junior Racers. These skis -- Plus the 2013 Fischer RCS Junior Pole 40% High are very fast and they Modulus Carbon shaft plus State-of -the art Race feature the same Strap, cork grip and racelite basket with a hard metal construction and tip. Very stiff. Use on trail for classic or skate. Demo technologies as those in the Rating **** 1/2. List: $49 high end RCS skis. Use: Skating only. XCSKIHQ A fantastic, top-performing Junior Skate package for Demo Rating: ****3/4 List only: $497.63 price: $249 -- Match with the Fischer List $707.94: skis ($349), boots ($199.95), bindings ($84.99), Junior Combi NIS boot. Fits poles ($49), installation & prep ($20) & Ski Bones ($5). Junior Packages Skate & Classic XC Technique Evolution (cont. from pg 1) Last March at our first Eli Brown skate ski clinic, many seasoned skiers were introduced to a very new poling method. Many cross country skiers have learned the traditional double poling method, where the skier fully extends both arms after the pole plant, utilizing strength primarily from the triceps for power. The “new school” technique emphasizes the use of much larger abdominal and latissimus muscle groups. The result is a quick abdominal crunch motion, where almost all the power is in the super-fast pole plant. There is essentially no follow through, and the skier gets a longer rest at the top. As Eli says, this is a much more efficient use of a skier’s energy than spending most of the time on the follow through, and having almost no rest before the next plant. Learn more at our next Eli Brown clinic on December 23rd. See calendar of events on page 29 What’s New 2013 (cont from pg 1) Backcountry boots get lighter, backcountry skis get lighter, and in the case of the Fischer Spider ski, they get an improved nowax base. Swix and Leki and Fischer continue to perfect the quick release strap and glueless basket changing options. Rossignol actually lowered some prices of their most popular no wax skis! We are seeing a little more interest in light touring waxable skis so in addition to the Fischer Superlite Wax and Atomic Motion we will offer the Atomic Team Classic in 2 different cambers. There are many more new innovations and the best way for you to discover them is to go for a teas ski. It is easy and there is no charge! Just go to the rental desk and our highly trained staff will set you up! Strava Check out the Strava app for your smart phone. This is a GPS app that measures your stats as you bike; distance, time, average speed, and even the elevation climbed. It was named “Technical Innovation of the Year “ by VeloNews, December 2011. The app also has speed segments that can be set up to race against other bikers and rates your performance. This could be a fun app to use on the trails at XC Ski Headquarters. We are planning on setting up speed segments using Strava, until someone comes up with a cross-country-ski- specific app. We plan on doing a hill climb segment so we can name a king and queen of the mountain, and also a sprint segment, as well as our individual trails. So when the snow falls and you are coming over to ski with us, download Strava, and let the fun begin!!! Gladwin Clinics and Cookouts Thanks to Rick Seebeck and the Seebeck Family Charitable Fund the Gladwin County Recreation Area, on Pratt Lake Rd, will have machine groomed XC Ski trails this winter. To introduce new skiers to the sport, Cross Country Ski Headquarters will hold a “Learn to Ski Clinic” on site January 11 and 25. Both are on Fridays and will start at 5PM. The cost is $5 per skier and includes equipment, a lesson and a guided tour. After the skiing there will be a cookout! Please email you name and shoe size to [email protected] to sign up and reserve your equipment! X-C Ski Holiday - Springbrook Inn - A Luxury Resort Mid-Week: $269 per couple plus tax. Includes: Any 2 nights Sunday through Thursday, hot breakfast served to your room each morning & XC SKI HQ Facility passes. All eight rooms include a fireplace, large in-room hot tub, king bed and more. www.springbrookinn.com or 989 366 6347 Black out dates: Dec. 26-31, 2012 The Heart of Michigan Cross Country Ski Headquarters is in the Heart of Michigan’s Cross Country Skiing Mecca. Nearby trails include the Au Sable River’s Mason Tract or Grayling’s Hanson Hills Recreation Area or Hartwick Pines State Park trails, or speed through the trails at Forbush Corner X-C Ski Area in Frederic. Enjoy the many X-C trails of the North and South Higgins Lake State Parks and Marl Lake trail. Explore the Ogemaw Hills north of West Branch or go West to the Vasa trail. Go to www.crosscountryski.com for a library of trail maps. Another great Event sponsored by Cross Country Ski HQ is the 37th Annual Join us for Northern Michigan's Premier Cross Country Ski Race--A Point to Point Race Across the Gorgeous Landscape of Antrim County 16 Over $96,000 raised so far. February 2, 2013 Some of the Many Places to Stay Near Cross Country Ski Headquarters Hotels, Motels, Cabins, B & Bs, Lodges & Inns GREAT ESCAPE MOTOR LODGE 8097 N. Harrison Rd. (Higgins Lake - Old US-27) Roscommon, MI 48653 10 miles from Xc Ski HQ 800-361-8312 greatescapemotorlodge.com SUPER 8, North of Higgins Lake at I-75 4 Mile Rd Exit, pool, 9 Miles from XCSKIHQ, 5162 W Four Mile Rd (Exit 251 I-75) Grayling, 49738 989-348-8888 http://www.fickandsons.com/ccc.htm COMFORT SUITES, 100 Clearview Dr. Houghton Lake (off old 27 just N of M-55), MI 48629 Ph: 989422-4000 On-site 9,000 sq ft indoor water park with slide, lazy river and hot tub & restaurant. Beachfront Hotel, 4990 W Houghton Lake Dr, Houghton Lake, MI 48629 855-235-9709 beachfronthl.com QUALITY INN, Houghton Lake, pool, 9285 W. Lake City Rd (M-55 & US 127) Ph: 989 422-5175 SUPER 8 of Houghton Lake, indoor pool, 9580 W. Lake City Road, (M-55 @ US 127, 989-422-3119 COMFORT INN 200 Cloverleaf Ln. (M-55 & US 127) Houghton Lake MI 48629 989 422 7829 CHATEAU ROCKMOOR, 4 bedroom well furnished stone lakefront house on Higgins Lake. One mile from XCSKIHQ. Sleeps 11. www.rockmoor.com (See description below) SHIELD’S PROPERTIES, 3 well furnished lakefront houses on Higgins Lake. www.shieldshouses.com EAST BAY LAKEFRONT LODGE, 125 12th Houghton Lake Prudenville MI 48651 989 366-5910 RIVIERA RESORT M-18 at M-55 Prudenville MI 48651 989 366 5122 includes restaurant & Liz's Lounge SONGER’S LOG CABINS 3931 E. Houghton Lake Dr. Houghton Lake, MI 48629 989-366-5540 (7 Miles S. of X-C Ski HQ on Co. Road 100, East side of Houghton Lake In room fireplaces! THE SANDS RESORT 9192 W Houghton Lake Dr, Houghton Lake, 989-422-5295 (1/4 miles N of M-55 on Old 27) SPRING BROOK INN 565 E. West Branch Rd., P.O. BOX 390, Prudenville, MI 48651 989-366-6347 www.springbrookinn.com (M-55 E of Prudenville) See XC Ski Weekend Package on page 26. TEE PEE MOTEL & RESTAURANT (2 miles East of I-75 exit 244) Roscommon, MI 48653 800-420-5348 ODDER’S DEN B&B; XC Skiers Only! Right next to X-C Ski HQ Trails: 989-821-7588 or 989-7454691 email:[email protected] http://members.tripod.com/odderpottery/bed_and_breakfast.html BORCHER’S AuSable River Bed and Breakfast 101 Maple Street Grayling 800-762-8756 canoeborchers.com DAYS INN of Grayling; 2556 I-75 Business Loop Grayling, MI 49738 989 344-0204 SUPER 7 INN 2307 S I-75 BUSINESS LOOP Grayling, MI 49738 800-818-2511 FAY’S MOTEL 78 N. I-75 Bus. Loop Grayling, MI 49738 800-257-3010 www.faysmotel.com Grayling Area Visitors Council, 1-800-YES-8837 http://www.grayling-mi.com Houghton Lake Visitors Council http://www.visithoughtonlake.com/ Higgins Lake - Roscommon Chamber Ph.: 989-275-8760 http://www.hlrcc.com X-C Ski Getaway on Higgins Lake For your perfect winter getaway stay at Chateau Rockmoor, a beautiful stone home on the East shore of Higgins Lake. Last season high speed wireless internet was installed and new this season is a flat screen TV and a whole new septic system! Rockmoor is equipped with 4 bedrooms and two bathrooms, full kitchen, dining room, living room and breakfast room. It has a fieldstone fireplace (firewood is supplied), 90 feet of frontage on Higgins Lake, and faces west on a bluff overlooking the lake. It is a perfect getaway for relaxing and taking in the sunset after a great day of skiing. There are accommodations for sleeping up to 11 Matts Grill & Pizza 213 Lake St Roscommon 989 281 1136 TEE PEE Great Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Specials people and all linens are provided. Rockmoor is ready to enjoy the moment you walk in. Located I-75 Business Loop, Roscommon 989 275 5203 approximately 1 mile from XC SKI HQ at 323 Chaney Buccilli’s Pizza, Great pizzaand Italian! 2949 W Point Dr. The Chateau rents, during the winter, for Houghton Lake Dr (M-55) Prudenville 989 366 5374 $500 / weekend (including Fri and Sat nights). Extra Coyles Restaurant,You won’t go away hungry! 9074 nights are $100 a night. To reserve, call 517 403 3947. Old US 27, Houghton Lake 989 422 3812 Willow Tree Casual Fine Dining 633 Court St (M-33) www.rockmoor.com West Branch 30 miles from XCSKIHQ, 989-345-0660 Spring Brook Inn, Casual Fine Dining. Thurs, Fri & Sat 565 E (M-55) Prudenville, 48651 989-366-6347 Spikes Keg O Nails Great Burgers and drink. - I-75 HUNGRY? Stone Turtle Day Lodge Onsite, famous homemade spicy chili, soups, fresh baked sourdough, outdoor grilling, subs, panini sandwiches & pizza . Huge Fireplace. 989 821 6661 Timbers, Good food & drink, 3556 E Higgins Lake Dr, 2 1/2 mi S. of XCSKIHQ on the Cut River 989 821 6532 Silver Dollar, Great Friday fish fry 9925 W Higgins Lake Dr, N W end of Higgins Lake 989 821 9475 Freds , 426 N 5th (Old M-76) Great food and drink.. Totally remodeled Rustic Log, Very Clean, Roscommon 989 275 6566 Subway, 701 Lake St, Roscommon 989 275 6456 B.C. Pizza, 800 Lake St, Roscommon 989 275 1500 Business Loop, Grayling 49738 989 348 7113 Riveriera Restaurant & Liz’s Lounge Live music Fri & Sat 104 Hillside Ave Prudenville 48651 989 202 4047 Introducing Patagonia (continued from page 1) for Men and Women is one of the finest! We’re realizing that much of our time is spent traveling, running here and there, and getting in and out of the car, and that these things don’t require a big thick parka. At only 11.3 to 12.1 ounces, Patagonia’s featherweight Down Sweater (it’s really a jacket) provides superbly compressible, high loft warmth! It’s also tear resistant, windproof and made of 100% recycled polyester. Not only does it look super sharp, but it’s insulated with top quality, 800-fill-power down, quilted through so the down doesn’t shift around. It has zippered exterior pockets as well as an inside stretch mesh pocket which doubles as a zippered stuff sack with a carabiner clip-in loop. And Wow! The colors are amazingly beautiful! Be sure to check these out soon while we still have them in stock! In addition to the Down Sweater, we will be offering Patagonia’s R-2 Fleece Jacket, Re-Tool Fleece, Better Sweater and Capilene 2 lightweight base layer. Cross Country Ski Headquarters Rentals Cross Country Ski Headquarters has over 150 pairs of ski rental packages for classic X-C skiing & skate skiing. We also have dozens of snowshoes in our rental program. We can fit toddler size 8 to Men's size 15. Rentals include the newest technology no wax skis from Fischer, Rossignol, Salomon, Madshus, Alpina & Karhu and state of the art Skating and Classical waxable skis from Fischer, Atomic, Salomon and Rossignol. We use the Salomon Profil, Salomon Pilot, NNN NIS Skating, NIS Touring and NNN BC binding systems. If you have never skied before our staff will escort you to the trail, help you get your skis on and teach you how to get up after you fall down! Private lessons are also available. All Rentals include Headquarters Facilities Pass (savings of $7 per adult per day) High Perform & Skating X-C Ski Junior Skating 1 hour Rental Package ..............................$12.00 $9.00 $15.00 3 Hour Rental Package ........................... $15.00 $11.00 $18.00 Full Day Rental......(includes overnight).........$18.00 $13.00 $24.00 *Weekend Rental: (Fri Noon - Mon Noon .......$30.00 $21.00 $38.00 Snowshoes & Ski Pulk Sled Walking Poles $12.00 $7.00 $15.00 $12.00 $20.00 $15.00 $34.00 $20.00 *Weekend rates are not available during Christmas - New Years Holiday, MLK & Presidents Weekends Where is Cross Country Ski HQ? On the middle knuckle of your middle finger on the back of your left hand in the Heart of Pure Michigan. Just 1 1/2 hours from The Tri-Cities and 2 1/2 from Lansing and Greater Detroit. From Northbound I-75, take exit 239 then jog S. 1 block (M-18) to Robinson Lake Road (also County Rd. 103), turn west (right) on 103 and drive 3 miles to blinker, then turn north (right) at blinker on N Cut Rd (also County Rd 100). We’re 1/2 mile down the road. From Northbound US-127, take Higgins Lake Road exit (201) then head east for 9 miles. Call 989 821 6661 for help. 800 832 2663 Lessons We have 4 ski instructors. They are all skilled in teaching both the Classic and Skating technique. Fran Upton and Lynne Frye are Level 1 and Mariah Frye and Bob Smith are uncertified but very good instructors. Cross Country Ski HQ is an ideal place to bring a group for a fun outing. We teach and guide clubs and groups of all kinds, and everyone really enjoys it. We provide private and group lessons at beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. Cross Country At X-C Ski HQ we feel proper Ski instruction in XC basics should be FUN, Headquarters and also enhance the outdoor adventure by making X-C Skiing safer and easier. A lesson for the more experienced skier can serve as a way to take the sport to the next level or catch up on the new techniques in our ever evolving sport. Fran Upton is the director of the Ski School and has availability mostly on weekdays because she is also a elite ski racer and usually races on the weekends. Cross Country Ski HQ - Just 1 1/2 hrs Call 800-832-2663 for reservations. from Bay City, 2 hrs from Lansing, Lessons last for at least one hour and the rates are $40 for a private; $50 for 2 people; 2 1/4 hrs from Grand Rapids & Sault Ste $60 for 3 people and $17.50 each for 4 to Marie and 2 1/2 hrs from South East 18 8 people. 12-13 Lightweight XC SKI JACKETS Additional models are available in the store! Made for high aerobic activity, the Women's and Men’s (shown here) super lightweight, NORTH FACE TORPEDO Jacket has windproof body fabric (consisting of polyester plain weave) to block the wind, stretch, breathable, wicking mesh back panel with Sanitized Silver anti-odor finish, underneath the cape vent for temperature regulation. This jacket is water and wind resistant, and will keep you visible, with its 360 degrees of reflectivity. There are 2 zippered hand pockets as well as a rear ambidexterous storage pocket. Women’s Sizes:S-XL Colors: Gravity Purple, Exotic Green, Ludwig Blue. List: $99 SUPER SALE: $79.20 Men’s sizes: S-XXL Colors: Black, Drummer Blue, Lantern Green, Molten Red. (Layers well over the North Face TKA 80 Hybrid top). Also available in Men’s: TORPEDO VEST List: $65 Special SALE: $52 12-13 Midweight XC SKI JACKETS A lightly lined, Hybrid jacket, the Men's (on right) and Women’s SUPER FAST II Jacket meets all the criterion for aerobic skiing. With climaWIND™ (wind resistant, water resistant) front and SMART SKIN™ (stretchy sides and back) TECHNOLOGY, the Super Fast II also has a light brushed wicking lining to keep the chill out. Other features include 2 side zip pockets and zipper garage for neck protection when zipped up and a smart snap closure to keep the jacket from opening up and flapping when you unzip to ventilate. Men's colors: Black, Matador Red, Vibrant Blue. Women’s color : Fancy Pink/White List: $110 SALE: $88 The Women's (on right) and Men’s Sporthill SYMMETRY JACKET is a super nice midweight shell offering ample protection from wind, rain and snow. It is made of Createx (100% polyester microfiber) and treated with DWR for water repellency. The brushed polyester mesh lining wicks moisture away. It has a concealed hood in the collar, full front zip with fleece-lined storm guard and zipper garage, two zippered side pockets, vertical back vents for temperature regulation and draw cord hem with adjustment toggles in the pockets to prevent dangling draw cords. Men’s colors: Black, Red & Blue. M-XXL Women’s colors: Rose (red), Deep Teal and Black. Women's S-XL List: $100 SALE: $79.99 The men’s and women’s (shown below left) SWIX CRUISING JACKET is a stylish, hybrid shell that is water and wind resistant yet highly breathable and ideal for XC skiing, snowshoeing, running, cycling, hiking and walking. Knit elastic back panels improve breathability and preformed sleeves facilitate movement. It is designed to be used as an outer layer over a close fitting, breathable and wicking base layer, and for colder days, with an insulating mid layer. One of our lightest shells, the Cruising Jacket also features zippered front pockets that are just big enough for carrying an energy bar, stashing your hat, or holding your camera. Women’s sizes S-L Colors White, Pacific Blue.. Men’s sizes M-L-XL Color Black. List:$100 Super Call 1-800-832-2663 to order clothing. One SALE: $79.99 (Layers of our highly trained personal shoppers will perfectly over the SWIX talk you through the store and assist you in POLARIS POLO Zip Top) selecting the perfect size, color and style! The Men’s SWIX FLEET The Men’s and Women’s Louis Garneau JACKET is very similar and available in Royal MERIT Jacket is a superb entry in the midweight Blue M-XL List: $100 Special SALE: $79.99 cross country ski jacket category. The hybrid design, The Men’s and Women’s (shown below) semi-relaxed fit and sporty good looks, along with ESSENTIAL Jacket from BROOKS is a good all the right features make it a hard one to pass up. choice in the lightweight cross country ski jacket The outer fabric, which is put only on the jacket front category. Made of Aireplex II (100% polyester with and top of the arms is "Diamond Air", a very DWR which repels water), it is semi-fitted. It lightweight, 100% polyester with tiny diamond features front and back retroreflectivity. It has a back shaped ripstop construction to enhance tear vent for added breathability, full front zipper, inner resistance. The Merit Jacket is fully lined with storm guard and zipper garage to protect your neck Micro-AirdryEX, a 100% knit polyester fabric with when zipped up. With 2 side brushed back for warmth and enhanced wicking zippered pockets and an inside properties. There are 2 moisture proof media pocket zippered hand pockets, 1 back and an adjustable drawstring pocket with invisible zipper, waist, this jacket has it all for a front and back reflectivity, very reasonable price. Men’s and adjustable drawcord hem. colors: Royal colors: Red, Royal, Black, Men’s Brite Green. Women’s colors: Blue/Grey, Ginger(red)/Grey. Turquoise, Cerise, Cobalt, M-XXL Women’s colors: Black. List: $70 SUPER Flash Blue/Grey, Black/Grey. SALE: $56 (While supplies Sizes: S-XXL List: $130 19 SALE: $104 last) 12-13 Midweight XC SKI Jackets continued Columbia used their Windefend Technology to create the Men’s and Women’s WINDEFEND Jacket. It’s a hybrid featuring Omni-Wind Block windproofing, Omni-Shield advanced water repellency and 4 way comfort stretch sides and back, for superb breathability. Reflective detail and zippered pockets complete the features perfectly. Men’s colors: Ebony Blue & Black/Gravel. Women’s colors: Dark Plum & Gravel/Light Grape. List: $120 SALE: $102 New this year from SWIX is the Men’s and Women’s (at left) BERGAN JACKET. This hybrid is a light softshell with brushed stretch panels on the back and sides, making it warm, wind resistant, ultra breathable and comfortable. Beautiful styling, zippered front and back pockets plus reflective piping make this jacket perfect for your everyday tour. Men’s: Blue & Grey. Women’s Pink, Blue and White. List: $130 SALE: $104 12-13 Warmer XC SKI JACKETS Additional models are available in the store. Salomon’s NOVA III Softshell Jacket for women is an insulated softshell with a very soft feel. The exterior is Smart Skin softshell and the lining is brushed polyester. It features Salomon’s signature smart closure snap, cuff tabs and active fit. Colors: Bay Blue and Black. List: $130 Special SALE: $104 SWIX this season presents the CORVARA Jacket for both men and women (below). This warm technical jacket with brushed lining is perfect for those ultra cold temps. It is a hybrid with softshell front and back. The sides are stretch; smooth on the outside and soft and brushed on the inside for added freedom of movement and breathability. This jacket sold out last season; a true winner! Black or Royal with light grey accents M-XL for Men; Purple or Pacific Blue with light grey accents S-XL for Women. List: $130 SALE: $104 Please call 800-832-2663 to order clothing. Designed for high performance and maxi- CW-X Insulated Support Tights mum mobility, the Women’s Sporthill Day Pass All CW-X Insulator products feature Jacket (actually a softshell) offers exceptional weather protection, ventilation and stretch. revolutionary patented Auto-Sensor fabric ensuring Super-Soft Flite technology (100% polyester with maximum performance in cold weather conditions. polyurethane membrane)offers the essential balance Integrating Auto-Sensor fabric with CW-X patented of insulation, breathability, moisture wicking and Conditioning Web technology, CW-X Insulator wind block for high-octane winter sports like cross products provide the optimum Insulated Support layer. country skiing.. Features of the INSULATOR STABILYX The Day Pass Jacket has a full front reverse coil zipper with inner Tights (shown below) include: patented, storm guard and zipper conditioning web for targeted support, wind-proof garage, winter warmer cuffs, panel and flat seam construction for comfort. two front zippered pockets, They’re breathable and move moisture quickly. adjustable bungee on back Antibacterial fabric freshness is maintained in the gar- ments through collar, and back mesh vents titani- um and silver with zippers which allow the fiber technology. The vents to be open or closed. fabric is 4-way stretch There’s also a full hood. ( 8 0 % Women’s sizes and colors: polyester/20%polyuret S-XL Embossed Black Floral hane spandex) for List:$150 SALE:$119.99 comfortable fit. Not The Brooks UTOPIA Embossed Softshell that you always need it Jacket, designed for high aerobic activity, offers for Michigan winters, the ideal warmth-to-weight ratio. Combined with but the fabric also has breathable, full stretch, highly weather resistant UV protection with fabric (polyester/ polyurethane), the UTOPIA SPF 50. These tights delivers for cold weather cross can be worn as high country skiing! Other features performance support base layer or outer layer include: zippered pockets, full depending upon temperature and conditions. List: zip with storm guard and zipper $120 SALE: $102 The INSULATOR EXPERT Tights have garage to protect your chin, cozy cuffs with thumb holes AND flip all the above features with the exception of the mitt. Women’s colors: Purple, windproof panel. List: $98 SALE: $83.80 Plum & Turquoise. Men’s: Blue, Call 1-800-832-2663 to order. Grey. List: $135 SALE: $108 20 12-13 Lightweight Pants Additional styles available in the store. Leave it to the Norwegians to come up with fantastic XC Ski Clothing.!A perfect pant for aerobic sport activities such as XC skiing; the Men’s and Women’s SWIX CRUISING PANT is lightweight, soft and comfortable, semi fitted and water and wind repellant. It’s polyester microfiber in front and back with knitted stretch panels for breathability and movement, pre-shaped knees, knee length zipper. Color: Black. Women’s sizes S-L Men’s sizes M-XL List $80.00 SALE:$59.99 More 12-13 Midweight Pants The Brooks Men’s and Women’s UTOPIA THERMAL Pant has become a staple in our pant line-up. This cold-weather, soft, “smooth on the outside/ brushed on the inside” pant proves you can enjoy warmth without weight. Comfortable tight-knit fabric and 360 degrees of 3M™ Scotchlite™ retroreflectivity help you go the distance on short winter days. The Utopia Thermal pant has articulated knees for enhanced freedom of movement. There’s a center back zip pocket for small essentials and ankle zips with reflective gussets. Black. Men’s and Women’s sizes S-XL. List: $95 SALE: $76 Also available from BROOKS is the Women’s UTOPIA THERMAL COZY Pant, mid weight XC Ski Pant with a “Yoga Pant” Fit. Available in lengths. List: $75 SALE: $59.99 The North Face Men’s and Women’s TORPEDO Pant is a super lightweight, water and wind resistant polyester pant with wicking, mesh stretch panels on the lower back area, behind the knees and along the sides. It has articulated knees, 2 zippered pockets, leg zips and reflective piping. It can be worn as a Swix added to their offering, the mens and wind pant over tights, or as a XC ski womens BERGAN Tight. This is an excellent pant over wicking base layer. Black. hybrid pant with a softshell front and stretchy back. Sizes S-XXL List:$75 SALE:$59.99 It features a slim (more “tight-like”) fit, has ankle 12-13 Midweight XC Pants zips and reflective accents. Should prove to be a nice mid weight addition. This pant, too can be worn Additional styles are available in the store. with or without base layer underneath. Color: black. The men's new Sporthill Men’s sizes: M-XL. Women’s: S-XL. List: $120 SWIFTPRO Pant, replacing the SALE: $96 former Infuzion II pant, is perfect for The Men’s and Women’s milder days of XC skiing. Swiftpro SALOMON SUPERFAST II PANT, technology offers a softer, lighter very comfortable, is a really nice full fabric than 3SP, but retains the featured mid weight pant. These slim properties of insulation, breathability, fitting hybrid pants have windproof moisture wicking and wind bloc (up ClimaWIND (stretchy, teflon, taffeta), to 25mph). Swiftpro is a super single fleece lined front panels and layer mid-weight fabric for chilly, actiTHERM thermal, stretch, breathable less extreme days, and when worn back. There’s 1 zippered front pocket over light, wicking base layer (like Terramar and elastic draw cord waist. Black. Thermolator II or Capilene 2), it can be used on almost Men’s sizes S-XXL Women’s S-XL any winter day. Features include side pockets and one List: $100 SALE: $79.99 small, rear zippered pocket, 2 inch wide, elastic Our favorite tight from Louis waistband with drawcord and 7 inch ankle zippers. Black. Sizes S-XXL Also Med & Large Short and Med Garneau is the Men’s and Women’s & Large Long. List:$90 SALE:$72 (Infuzion II available OSLO. The OSLO tight is made of in some sizes for sale price of $72). HeatMaxx, a stretchy nylon/lycra knit. It’s brushed on the inside for Please call 800-832-2663 warmth, wicks, breathes, keeps you For questions or to order. warm and fits great! Sizes are S-XL. Women's Sporthill VERSAPRO List: $80 Special SALE: $64 Pant replaces the INFUZION VERSA II PANT and should 12-13 Warmer Pants continue to be a favorite among winter sports enthusiasts. It features Additional styles available in the store. SWIFTpro fabric (polyester/spandex) and the fit is From SWIX is the Men’s and Women’s OSLO straight legged and mid-rise. Winter Weight Pant. Like Sporthill’s 3SP, the Oslo Swiftpro technology offers a softer, is a polypropelene/spandex knit, with lighter fabric than 3SP, but retains its properties of insulation, brushed backing. Swix also heat treats breathability, moisture wicking and wind bloc (up to 25 the outside of the fabric, virtually mph). Swiftpro is a super single layer mid-weight fabric eliminating any pilling. It’s a full relaxed for chilly, less extreme days, and when worn over light, fit for training and recreational skiing and wicking base layer (like Terramar Thermolator II or Swix says it will stand the test of Capilene 2), it can be used on almost any winter day. Winter’s cold, wind and snow! The Oslo Features are: comfort rise, flat, wide waistband, rear, has articulated knees, 2 side zip pockets waistband zip pocket, flatlocked inseam. Black. XS-XL and leg zips with reflec- tive piping. Petite S-L and Long S-L List:$90 SALE:$72 Also available are the Infuzion Versa II Pants in limited sizes Men’s black. M-XL Women’s black. also for $72. 21 S-XL List: $120 SALE: $96 12-13 Warmer Pants continued Additional styles are available in the store. 12-13 UNDER ARMOUR EVO ColdGear SPORTHILL is famous for their super warm 3SP clothing. The 3SP story hasn't changed much; it doesn't need to. 3SP remains one of the best cold weather knits on the market and here's why. Made of 85% polypropylene and 15% spandex, densely woven 3SP is windproof up to 35 mph. It is breathable and moisture wicking. It is not laminated, so perspiration does not build up on the inside. The yarn used in the manufacture of 3SP is the most hydrophobic (water hating) yarn in the world, including naturals fibers. 3SP also dries very fast, even when soaking wet. It is 4 way stretch, has a super soft brushed interior, is durable, snag resistant and very quiet (no swishing sound while skiing). 3SP is definitely a fabric of choice for the winter sports enthusiast. Following are the 2 most favorite styles: The Men's & Women's XC PANT (on right) is a loose fitting 3SP stretch pant with tapered leg, side zip pockets and 12” leg zips. List Price:$120 SALE:$92 Men’s Black. Sizes S-XXL including talls & shorts in Med and Large. Women’s Black. Sizes XS-XL including Small, Med & Large Talls & Petites . The Women's TRAVERSE II PANT (on left), has a slightly lower rise (not at the waist and not a true low rise), flat front, elastic back waistband, exposed, reverse coil, spring-lock zippered side pockets and straight, wide leg. This 3SP pant has the clean styling, durable fabric and comfortable fit that will make you want to wear them all day everyday. XS-XL Petites and Talls S-L List: $120 Special SALE: $92 With EVO Cold Gear, the latest innovation of their cold weather base layer, Under Armour has enhanced the construction of their ColdGear fabric. The exterior is more slippery, providing improved mobility when layering, and the interior is brushed so it feels softer and warmer next to the skin. And they've added ArmourBlock, an antimicrobial which neutralizes the microbes that cause odor, to make it one of the most technically advanced base layers on the market. EVO ColdGear is fitted, but not compression, for "warmth without the squeeze." UA EVO COLDGEAR is 7.09 oz 89% polyester, 11% elastane. This stretchy, fabric allows maximum range of motion while locking in body heat and accelerating moisture transfer to keep you dry; thin thermal construction provides warmth without weight. New from MOUNTAIN HARDWEAR this season is the men’s YUMALINO and women’s YUMALINA Pant! This fleece lined softshell pant should enable you to go out on those windy, cold days when you might rather stay in by the fire. These are perfect for work or play; with their 4-way stretch, relaxed fit, and DWR finish to repel water and snow. Available in lengths too. Color: Shark (gray). List: $80 SALE:$64 12-13 Favorite Gloves & Mittens Many of our favorite XC gloves and mittens are made by SWIX or AUCLAIR. They range from very light to plenty warm. This year, the Auclair SKATER Glove ($25.90) and the Swix STAR XC Glove ($36) top the list. Both nice mid weights. Our favorite XC mitten is the Auclair LITELOFT (on right) and sells for: $35. Our selection is vast. Come on in and try some on for size. Call 1-800-832-2663 to order clothing. One of our highly trained personal shoppers will talk you through the store and assist you in selecting the perfect 22 size, color and style! Men's and Women's EVO COLDGEAR Longsleeve Fitted Mock $44.99 Women's EVO COLDGEAR Side-Zip $53.99 Men's UA EVO COLDGEAR 1/4 zip $62.99 Men's UA EVO COLDGEAR Hoody $53.99 Men's UA Waffle Crew (loose fit, 100% recycled polyester) $35.99 Men's UA Waffle Hoody Full Zip Jacket $62.99 NEW! Patagonia Capilene 2 We’re very happy to add Men’s and Women’s Patagonia Capilene 2 to our base layer selection this season. We picked “Cap 2” because it is Patagonia’s most breathable synthetic base layer. Its lightweight, open-knit structure is stretchy and moves with you. It will keep you dry and comfortable and has “Gladiodor” odor control as well. Crewneck: $45 Pant: $45 New! Columbia OMNI-HEAT OMNI-WICK Midweight Base Layer A few of us in the store were able to try out the new Columbia Omni-Heat, Omni-Wick mid weight base layer from Columbia last season. We were very impressed with the fit and comfort: thermo-reflective on the inside and silky smooth on the outside. We liked this base layer best for XC fitness skiing in the colder temperatures. Men’s and Women’s Crew: SALE: $39.95 Pant: SALE: $39.95 12-13 TERRAMAR Base Layer HELIX from Terramar has proven to be quite a nice economical base layer. It is relaxed fit, polyester 2 sided knit with flat seam construction. It wicks, breathes, keeps you warm and is soft and fast drying. HELIX is available in Men’s and Women’s crew, zip neck and pant styles. Crew: $16.99 Pant: $16.99 Zip-neck: $18.99 THERMOLATOR II is a great choice in base layer if you like a stretchy, fitted style. It offers 360 degree stretch jersey and mesh, made of 86% micro polyester and 14% spandex. It is anti-microbial and has a brushed surface for warmth and softness and is very breathable and fast drying. THERMOLATOR II is available in Men’s crew, pant and zip neck styles. Crew: $22.50 Pant: $22.50 Zip-neck: $26.25 12-13 TERRAMAR BASE LAYER continued 12-13 KIDS CLOTHING For women, Terramar’s CLOUD NINE is awesome! It’s made of fast drying, anti-microbial micro polyester. The surface is brushed for softness and warmth and it’s very breathable. Other features include flat seam construction, and 360 degree stretch. Crew and Pant sell for $22.50 each. Turtlenecks for $25.50 and Zip necks for $27.50. TXO 1.0 performance base layers incorporate advanced “X-Odor” moisture and odor technology featuring activated carbon and embedded nano-silver for permanent odor control and fast drying. 360 degree stretch makes this base layer very comfortable and the mesh stretch panels help eliminate moisture and excess heat, enabling maintenance of constant body temperature. Made of 66% nylon, 22% X-Odor polyester, 14% spandex, TXO 1.0 is available in men’s crew and pant. Crew: $34 Pant: $34 For women is the HOTTOTTIES TXO 2.0 from Terramar. This mid weight high performance base layer is made with advanced X-Odor technology also and features activated carbon and embedded nano-silver for permanent odor control too. It’s very soft and fleecy and is designed to work as warm base layer or activewear. Scoop: $37.99 Pant: 37.99 A big hit last season for women, were the HOTTOTTIES Fleece Leggings. They’re back and we got lots more of them! They remind us of the old favorite Roffe tights: very soft, stretchy and warm! Unbelievable price too: $12.99! This year our Kid’s clothing is even cuter than last year! We’re carrying several styles of COLUMBIA Jackets including the boys and girl’s BUGABOO, a 3 in 1 interchange parka. You’ll love the prints in some of the girls jackets, and the 2 piece suits for the little ones (Snow Slush 2 piece suit pictured at right) are definitely top notch. We carry sizes 2T through 14/16 and can usually special order anything we don’t have in stock. We also have in stock lots of excellent values in bibs and/or pants sizes 1T to 14/16 as well as fleece, hats and necks, gloves and mittens, wicking long underwear, Smartwool socks and SWIX pants. Keep the kids warm and comfy and they’ll love being outside! Call 1-800-832-2663 to order clothing. One of our highly trained personal shoppers will talk you through the store and assist you in selecting the perfect size, color and 12-13 Favorite Lightweight Layering Tops Typically, a lightweight layering top is a zipneck top which is worn as a second layer over a 12-13 MERRELL FOOTWEAR wicking base layer. It is thin, breathable and offers Check out our favorite styles from Merrell a little insulation. We stock many styles of these. including the men’s SHIVER Moc 2, a traditional Some of our favorites follow: winter moc with fleece lining, the women’s ENCORE ICE Slide, with thick sheepskin lining and the women’s CRYSTALLINE Moc with full grain waterproof leather, Polartec lining and 200 grams of insulation, making it very warm and ultra comfy. We also brought in the ICE JAM 6 Waterproof Boot for men, with 400 grams of insulation, and the ARCTIC FOX 6 for women with Primaloft Eco DualZone insulation (400g at the toe and over the tongue) Both of these boots will work well for all purpose winter use as well as for snowshoeing. There’s nothing quite like the “Merrell Fit”. Try them on and see for yourself! Men’s Shiver Mocs: Sale: $83.83 Women’s Encore Ice Slide (shown below) Sale: $93.50 Men’s Encore Storm Slide Sale: $83.83 Women’s Crystalline Moc Sale: $102 Men’s Ice Jam 6 Boot Sale: $93.50 Women’s Arctic Fox 6 Boot Sale: $129.99 Columbia Women’s Glacial Fleece top SALE: $29.95 Woolrich Men’s Transit Top SALE: $47.20 White Sierra Women’s ALPHA Top SALE: $26.25 White Sierra Men’s PINNACLE Top SALE: $26.25 North Face TKA 100 Microvelour Top SALE: $44 North Face TKA 80 Hybrid Wicking Top SALE: $48 Columbia HEAT 360 Zip Top SALE: $72.25 Greatest Selection of the Season is Now!! 12-13 COLUMBIA Footwear We chose the Men’s (shown below) and Women’s BUGABOOT PLUS this year. It is waterproof and has OMNI-HEAT insulation and lining, making it a perfect classic winter boot. The Omni-Heat lining is thermoreflective and so is the insulation, so your feet should stay nice and warm. Also available in men’s wide sizes. List price: $120 but on SALE now for $102 23 We’re pretty excited about how fully stocked the store is this year. During the month of November, the Stone Turtle Daylodge is full of last season’s closeouts, rep samples and discontinued clothing and winter boots. Great low sale prices abound!! Parkas and jackets from Under Armour, Columbia, North Face and White Sierra, plus discontinued XC ski jackets and pants from Bjorn Daehlie, Rossignol, Swix, Sporthill, Salomon are all at drastically reduced clearance prices. Lots of options but clearly the best selection will be throughout November. All of our new 12-13 clothing and winter boots are also on sale. Again, the best selection is early in the year, but we try to have a nice selection throughout the entire season. It’s never been easier to dress comfortably for winter! Stormy Kromers: Wool hats; handmade in Michigan. Available in Men’s and Women’s. Still true to the original and on sale for $36! 12-13 PATAGONIA Down Sweater At only 11.3 to 12.1 ounces, Patagonia’s featherweight Down Sweater (it’s really a jacket) provides superbly compressible, high loft warmth! It’s also tear resistant, windproof and made of 100% recycled polyester. Not only does it look super sharp, but it’s insulated with top quality, 800-fill-power down, quilted through so the down doesn’t shift around. It has zippered exterior pockets as well as an inside stretch mesh pocket which doubles as a zippered stuff sack with a carabiner clip-in loop. Men’s sizes M-XXL Black, Red Delicious, Bandana Blue. Women’s sizes S-XL Sky Blue, Turmeric Orange, Brilliant Green. List: $200 12-13 NORTH FACE Parkas The North Face Women's BOUNDARY Triclimate Jacket continues to be the ultimate in systems jacket comfort! Typically, a systems (or 3 in 1) parka consists of a shell with a removable liner. The shell is what keeps the wind and weather away from you and the liner is what insulates you and keeps you warm. Each part, the shell or the liner, can be worn separately, making these jackets very versatile. The Women's BOUNDARY Triclimate from THE NORTH FACE offers versatile technical performance, with a waterproof breathable outer shell and a high loft, silken fleece liner (the OSITO Fleece jacket, which can also be purchased separately. See Fleece Jackets) which zips out. The shell part is seam-sealed, the fully adjustable hood is removable, it has pit-zips with two-way zippers, plenty of zippered pockets inside and out. The zip out liner is an ultra soft, breathable, silken fleece with zippered pockets as well. List: $260 SPECIAL SALE:$208. The versatile NORTH FACE CASSIUS Triclimate (3 in 1)Parka provides such optimal cold and wet weather protection, you’ll never need to debate which jacket is best for the conditions. The Cassuis (shown here below) has a waterproof, breathable, seam sealed exterior and features an adjustable, removable hood. You can stay dry during wet weather with just the shell. For cold, wintertime weather, pair the Cassius with its insulated liner jacket, to provide excellent warmth. The shell of this Parka has a Napoleon chest pocket, brushed chin guard lining, center front stormflap with zip and Velcro® closures, pitzip vents, two zippered hand pockets, internal chest pockets, velcro® adjustable cuffs, and hem cinch-cords. Sizes: S-XXL List:$250 SALE:$199.99 12-13 COLUMBIA Parkas The Men’s Columbia BUGABOO 3 in 1 Parka has a big change this season! Its liner has been updated to an insulated jacket making it even warmer and more adaptable to changing weather conditions. It’s loaded with pockets and has a removable hood. Sizes: M-XXL Color: Blue Forest List $190 SALE: $159.99 The Columbia Men’s CUBIST 2.0 Jacket is a true standout! It has new Omni-Heat thermal reflective lining and insulation, making it warm and lightweight. It is critically seam sealed, has pit venting, powder skirt, comfort cuffs, lots of pockets and a removable hood. Colors: Red, Black, Sea Salt. Sizes M-XXL List: $180 SALE: $149.99 Columbia’s Women’s WHIRLIBIRD 3 in 1 Jacket is gorgeous this season, with vibrant, subtle prints and perfect features. The Omni-Heat thermal reflective lining and insulation on the removable liner makes this jacket ultimately useful all winter long. Lots of pockets, removable hood, pit venting, thumb holes and numerous other extras add up to an amazing value. S-XL Light Grape Printed plaid, Sea Salt Printed Plaid. List: $230 SALE: $195.50 In the lightweight category, Columbia’s Women’s SHIMMER ME HOODED Jacket tops the list! Made of polyester windowpane triple ripstop, this winner, lined with Omni-Heat and treated with Omni-Shield advanced water repellency, also features zippered pockets, comfort cuffs and thumb holes! S-XL Bright Red, Emerald Green, Neon Light. List: $150 SALE: $125 Columbia’s Women’s MIGHTY LITE HOODED Jacket is perfect if you like a longer style. At 34” this will even fit over long sweaters. It features a two way zipper which is nice for walking or sitting in a car or on bleachers. Omni-Heat lining and insulation plus OmniShield water repellency, combined with zippered pockets and thumb Call 1-800-832-2663 to order clothing. One of holes make this jacket a stellar our highly trained personal shoppers will talk you choice! S-XL Black, Sea Salt. through the store and assist you in selecting 24 List: $140 SALE: $119 the perfect color, size and style. 12-13 Fleece Jackets Additional models are available in the store! At the top of the best seller list for PATAGONIA this season is the Men’s and Women’s R-2 Fleece Jacket. Putting this on is like putting on a cloud! It’s made of breathable, compressible, stretchy, high-loft Regulator fleece to provide superior lightweight insulation when worn under a shell. It’s a nice one to just wear all day, everyday too. Men’s colors: Bandana Blue & Hickory; Women’s colors Sky Blue & Rubellite Pink. List: $159 The North Face offers the Women’s OSITO Fleece Jacket, with an extraordinary high loft comfort interior. It can be worn under a shell as an excellent insulation layer. It's a warm, fantastic looking and feeling fleece to wear alone as well. The fabric is silken fleece, (very similar to Polartec Thermal Pro)and there are two hand pockets. Black, Teaberry Pink, Vibrant Blue, Plush Purple, Lizzie Green and Weimaraner Brown. S-XL List:$99 SALE:$79.20 The Men’s North Face GORDON LYONS Full Zip is a lofty, heavyweight, sweater fleece with a superior warmth to weight ratio! It looks fantastic, has a media friendly passport pocket, zippered hand pockets, underarm gusset for increased mobility, flatlocked stitching for strength and reduced abrasion.. This jacket could be used on a trip to the trails or a trip to Italy, whichever you prefer! List: $90 SALE: $72 Also available is the GORDON LYONS ¼ Zip Pullover. List: $80 SALE: $64 The WANAKA HOODIE replaces the GHOST TREE HOODIE from The North Face and it’s a great find! It’s part fleece hoodie and part sweatshirt hoodie. The fleece part is thick pile throughout the body and hood on the inside and the sweatshirt part is on the outside. It has a quilted body, 2 hand pockets and a cool metal zipper. List: $90 Special SALE: $72 MENTAL HATS!! We ordered lots of cool Mental Hats for this year. So, if you’re looking for that warm, crazy, fun look, try one of these for size! Assorted colors, styles and prices. Call 1-800-832-2663 to order clothing. One of our highly trained personal shoppers will talk you through the store and assist you in selecting 25 the perfect color, size and style. 12-13 Softshells Soft Shell is a stretch outerwear garment which takes the place of your hard shell. It is typically made of a polyester / lycra blend and bonded to fleece on the inside. It's stretchy, warm, quiet, highly wind resistant, water resistant, abrasion resistant and still somewhat breathable. It looks good too! We see it being used for many winter activities including back country skiing, snowshoeing, ski touring, winter walking. We also see it being worn casually in place of a fleece jacket because it is more wind and weather resistant. We carry several different Soft Shell pieces varying in thickness from The North Face, Patagonia, Brooks, Salomon and Sporthill. The NORTH FACE brings us one of their top selling jackets in the Men's and Women's APEX BIONIC Soft Shell Jacket. It is made of polyester woven Apex Climateblock fabric with fleece lining. It's 100% windproof, and highly water resistant. It's a standard fit, with zippered pockets and internal stretch, comfort cuffs. List: $149 SALE: $119.20 Please call 800-832-2663 for colors and sizes and to place your order. The Men’s and Women’s ADZE SOFTSHELL JACKET from Patagonia is sure to give full protection from fierce winds. It combines Polartec Windbloc stretch-woven fabric on the outside with a moisture wicking fleece grid liner on the inside, which will keep you warm and dry! Regular fit. List: $139 Columbia is spot on with their Women’s POWERFLY HYBRID DOWN JACKET! Insulated with 800 fill power down, lined with Omni-Heat thermal reflective and finished off with thermo stretch softshell sides for comfort and flexibility, this entree can be used for cold weather XC skiing, snowshoeing and of course it looks so cool you’ll want to wear it around everyday too. Active fit. Light Grape, Iceberg Blue, Black. List: $200 SALE: $169.99 Combining windproof, water-resistant Gore Windstopper, with stretchy sides and back, The North Face brings us the Men’s WINDSTOPPER HYBRID Jacket! Perfect for winter running, biking and XC skiing, this one is sure to be a favorite again this season. List: $149 Special SALE: $119.20 2013 Michigan Cup Race Calendar Oct 21- October Ski Fest Time Trial 100 m Freestyle Sprint All Traverse City Participation Points DECEMBER 15 Wintersonnewende 17K Freestyle Seniors & 7.5K Cl Jrs Michewaye - Gaylord 22 Lakes of the North Winterstart 10K Freestyle All Mancelona 29 Tour de Ski 2K Freestyle Sprint All Walloon Lake Points for entire tour only 30 Tour de Ski 10K Classic All Walloon Lake Points for entire tour only JANUARY 5 Six Hour Relay & Pot Luck Laps Freestyle All Hanson Hills - Grayling Participation Points Junior Olympics Qualifier Sprint Freestyle Juniors Walloon Lake 6 Junior Olympics Qualifier 6/9 K Classic Juniors Walloon Lake 12 Frosty Freestyle 15K Freestyle All Brighton To stay current with Michigan 13 Krazy Klassic 10K Classic All Brighton Cup Races, results and much 18 N Bound Outfitters Jr Festival 1-2K Freestyle Juniors 13 and under Grayling more X-C Ski News go to: 19 Cote Dame Marie Loppet 6-13-26K Freestyle All Grayling 26 Noquemanon 25 & 50K Classic or Freestyle Seniors Marquette www.nordicskiracer.com FEBRUARY 2 White Pine Stampede 10-20-50K Classic or Freestyle All Mancelona 3 Traverse City Sprints 1K Freestyle All Traverse City 9 North American Vasa 12-28-50K Classic or Freestyle All Traverse City 10 Gran Traverse 16K Classic All Traverse City 16 Forbush Corner 17K Freestyle Seniors Frederic Mi High School Champs Juniors Marquette 17 Hanson Hills Classic 12K Classic Seniors Grayling Mi High School Champs Juniors Marquette 23 Boyne Nordican 12K Freestyle All Boyne Falls 24 Muffin Race - Cross Country Ski HQ 8K Pursuit Ages 13-19, Ages 5-12 shorter Higgins Lake MARCH 2 Black Mountain Classic 35K Classic Seniors Cheboygan 3 Black Mountain Freestyle 10K Freestyle Seniors Cheboygan 10 Mi Cup Relays - Cross Country Ski HQ 3x8K 1 leg Classic-2 legs Free All Higgins Lake Team Points Only Vasa Ski Club takes Biac, Brumbaugh and Michigan Cups By Mike Muha The Vasa Ski Club crushed the competition to take the 2012 Biac Cup for best junior team, the 2012 Brumbaugh Cup for best senior team, and the overall 2012 Michigan Cup for best combined team. The Vasa Ski Club finished the season with 26% more points than the second place finisher, the Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 37,217 to 27,423. Straits Striders was third with 19,277 points in a close contest with Team NordicSkiRacer and the Grand Rapids Nordic Ski Team. 2012 Michigan Cup Scoring Total Medals Relay Brumbaugh Cup Rank Biac Cup Rank 1 VASA Ski Club 2 Cross Country Ski Headquarters 3 Straits Striders 4 Nordic Ski Racer 5 Grand Rapids Nordic ski Team 6 Hanson Hills / CCSS 37,212 27,416 19,262 18,317 17,871 16,227 26 19 8 12 16 11 5053 4790 1199 2041 1158 1042 35,928 28,024 22,556 20,292 20,475 18917 1 2 3 5 4 6 32,103 780 86 68 1,532 0 1 3 4 5 2 6 Cross Country Ski Headquarters Team - Captain Frank’s Review The 2011-2012 ski season was a tough season to weather, and that's meant literally. Cross country skiers and winter sports people experienced a very challenging season for pursuing their activities, with one of the mildest Michigan winters to go on record. Amazingly, many of the XC trails in northern Michigan were ski-able throughout the season, despite the mild conditions. On the Mi. Cup racing scene only a few of the races were canceled due to poor snow conditions. A few of the races like the Frosty Freestyle and Crazy Classic had back-up plans to deal with the lack of snow and made it happen. On the other extreme was the Black Mountain Classic which experienced a full blown blizzard the day before and during the race with several feet of snow to deal with. For some great stories ask some of our XCHQ racers who did the Black Mtn. race for their personal experiences from that memorable race. Congratulations to all the XCHQ racers who helped the team finish 2nd overall in the Mi.Cup and also 2nd overall for the Brumbaugh Cup. When you consider the number of our active racers and the points we acquired during the racing season it's quite impressive when compared to all the other Mi.Cup teams !!! Again, a big Thank-You to all who helped contribute to the effort. Looking forward to seeing you and hopefully some more new faces this 2012-2013 season.This season looks to be exciting, starting off with an Eli Brown skate and classic on-snow clinic in December. And some new races for the upcoming season, Lakes of the North ( Mancelona) in December, Forbush Corners (Frederic) in February and Black Mtn. Freestyle (Cheboygan ) in March. Refer to the Mi.Cup schedule for the official dates of these and other Mi.Cup races. We are always' looking for new members to join the XCHQ Team. We get together on and off the season, we enjoy having fun, eating, dryland training and of course skiing. If interested in joining you can contact me Frank Rynalski - [email protected] or Mariah Frye - [email protected] or call 800 832 2663y, Michigan Cup: Muffin Race : Erin Lipp and Andrew Bruning top Muffin Race Podium by Mike Muha After finishing third overall in Saturday's Boyne Mountain Grinder Freestyle, Erin Lipp skied to victory in Sunday's 20th Annual Muffin Pursuit Race at Cross Country Ski Headquarters. She skied both the fastest classic and skate legs of the pursuit, winning in 37:00. Heidi Schwab was second, with the second fastest classic and skate legs, finishing in 38:45. Third was Hannah Davis, with the fourth fastest classic leg and the third fastest skate leg. Hannah finished in 41:06. For the guys, it was a fight to the finish. Andrew Bruning finished the classic leg trailing in fourth position, but was fastest overall in the skate leg, giving him a combined time of 31:22 - only one second ahead of Ian Durand. Ian was the top classic skier, and was third in the skate leg, but was one second shy of the win in 31:23. That's not all! Mark Smith was only 2 seconds behind Ian, with the second fastest classic and skate legs. This was an exciting race! 26 Last Winter's Snowfall: The Glass Half Full (continued from pg 2) and a new ski season is upon us! That one-in-a-hundred years bad ski season is behind us, and the next one will most likely be our great grandchildren's problem. For all you dooms-dayers out there, interestingly, snow fall wasn't a global ski crisis last year; Europe actually had an amazing ski season. Maybe Europe's one-in-a-hundred years bad ski season is coming soon, but we North Americans can be hopeful not to see another Kids Love the XC Ski Park dismal snowfall like last season for the rest of our lives. As a result of last season's weak snowfall, as early as September this year we've already heard from countless skiers how geeked they are for their over-due fill of ski days this coming season. Ourselves included, there is a sense of pent-up demand for the gloriful white stuff! More importantly, there is widespread confidence that North America will see a more "normal" ski season this winter. So dust off your ski equipment and get psyched! (continued from page 2) Free Lessons focus on the basics of classic and/or skating and are a fantastic way to gain some confidence in your technique especially if you’re just starting out in the sport. Rentals are available for a small charge; just be there early, in time to rent your skis. Looking for more advanced instruction? We also have private, semi private and group lessons available very reasonably. Just call a couple of days in advance to schedule your time. We even teach you how to get up! It helps to how to fall down and get up! 27 27 Tubbs PowdeRidge Crest Snowshoes What we like best about these snowshoes is the “easy to get into and out of” ratcheting bindings and fully rotating toe cord that keeps your foot always aligned with the snowshoe. Included are aluminum toe and heel crampons for great traction on ice and crust. Weight range 80 to 150 lbs Tubbs PowdeRidge Crest 21 Snowshoes for Women. List Price: $125 Sale: $96 Weight range 120 to 200 lbs. Tubbs PowdeRidge Crest 25 Snowshoes for Women. List Price $125 Sale: $96 Season. Also, don’t miss out on last season’s clearance items, including closeouts from Fischer, Rossignol, Salomon, Alpina, Yoko and Swix; plus X-C jackets & pants, winter boots, base layer, downhill jackets and pants and lots of kids winter apparel! Half off on many items! And for those over-achievers who like getting a head start on Christmas shopping, please remember: There is no better Christmas present than a new ski package, followed closely by a Brooks Utopia Hoody or Sport Hill Visibility top. Happy Thanksgiving!. Weight range 120 to 200 lbs. Tubbs PowdeRidge Crest 25 Snowshoes for Men. List Price $125 Sale: $96 Weight range 170 to 250 lbs Tubbs PowdeRidge Crest 30 Snowshoes for Men. List : $125 Sale $96 The Tubbs Wilderness is a high end snowshoe that comes in men’s and womens models. The unique Fit-Step frame anatomically aligns the muscles, joints and spine to reduce impact for day long comfort. The “easy in and easy out” Control Wing bindings really make a secure connection to your feet. The Wilderness snowshoes are also a great value. They are made to stand up to a lifetime of use.. List $199 On Sale for only $169 Dec 1, 2012 – Rolling Hills, Trapper’s Cabin and Wild Turkey Trails Open If we have received enough snow by December 1, we will groom Rolling Hills, Trapper's Cabin, Mackinac Cut and Wild Turkey Trails. All 19 kilometers of trail will be groomed by December 3, snow permitting! Take advantage of this great opportunity to demo some great skis that are still on sale at Pre-Season package prices. Dec 1, 2012 – March 16, 2013 - Headlight Night Skiing for $5 Experience the magic of winter at night with the help of an LED headlamp! For only $5 per night, rent a Princeton Tech headlamp and enjoy the trails in a new way. Please pick up headlamps during store hours – before 6pm Friday and Schedule of Events (continued from page 1) Saturday, before 5pm Sunday and before 5:30 Pre-Season Sale (continued from page1) Monday through Thursday – and return them press party throughout the weekend! Make between 10am and noon the following day. homemade cider with our vintage cider press and eat fresh baked goodies on the sun deck all Saturday and Dec 8, 2012 – Sat 4pm - Wax Clinic & Team Dinner December 8th at 4PM. This free Swix clinic Sunday. hosted by former National Swix Racing Services The ski trails are open and free to the public! director Mike Wagner will be highly informative Try out the all-terrain C.A.T. Skis, the newest way and of interest to racers and recreational skiers alike. to XC ski without snow. Or, try a pair of the The XC SKI HQ Team dinner follows the wax ever-popular Nordic Ski Walking Poles and take clinic, beginning at 6pm. Come join the 2004, ’07, your trail walking to a new level! Free demos until ’08, ;09 and’10 Michigan Cup Champions (also the the snow flies. ’10 and ’11 Brumbaugh Cup Champions) in our annual kick-off potluck dinner. We’ll introduce new Nov 23 - 26, 2012 - Friday to Monday Thanksgiving Weekend Sale, Bean Bomb Bash, team members, review last year’s performance, and strategize on how to bring home the MI Cup in and Fashion Show! Skip the Black Friday headache and head over 2013. Other topics will include technique, food and to XC Ski HQ for a whole weekend of sales and fun! liquids for race day, race gear, and winter team Demo our Nordic Walking poles or C.A.T. skis for training dates. We are very welcoming to new team free, munch on some of Bob’s famous Bean Bomb, check out the latest styles from our Ski HQ crew members! Our Team spans a wide range of age and during the ongoing fashion show, and cash in on some ability, and members are always willing to help out fellow skiers. Check out the article about the Team major deals on all of your favorite brands. Come see us Thanksgiving weekend, and find in the 2012 - 2013 issue of Master Skier. Join us on fantastic selection and prices on new cross country Team Night, to find out more email Devan skis, boots, poles, and ski packages, plus cross Thielfoldt: [email protected], or Bob Frye country ski apparel and winter wear for the 2012-13 28at [email protected] or call 800 832 2663 Schedule of Events (continued from page 28) Dec 8, 2012 through March 16, 2013 Every Saturday at 4pm Learn to Ski for Free From December 8th - March 16th, learn the basics of Cross Country Classic Skiing or Skate Skiing at no charge (conditions permitting). Adults and kids welcome. This is a beginner class, and FUN is the main goal. Sign in at the rental desk at 3:45pm, or earlier if you need to rent ski equipment for a nominal charge. This class is free and lasts approximately 1 hour. Sat Dec 8, Sat Dec 15, Sat Dec 22, Sat Dec 29, Sat Jan 5 , Sat Jan 1 2 , Sat Jan 19, Sat Jan 26, Sat Feb 2 , Sat Feb 9, Sat Feb 16, Sat Feb 23, Sat Mar 2, Sat Mar 9 & Sat Mar 16 Dec 22, 2012 – Sat 9am-6pm – Yoga Ski Retreat! Kick off your holidays with a blissful day of yoga, skiing, and food! The day begins at 9am with a mild yet invigorating Gentle Yoga class, taught by yoga and ski instructor Mariah Frye at the Gerrish Township Fire Hall. Then it’s off to Cross Country Ski Headquarters for a full day ski rental, trail pass, and hour long group ski lesson with a friendly, knowledgeable instructor. Top it all off with a delicious lunch at the Stone Turtle Day Lodge café, and enjoy the rest of the day skiing or relaxing by the huge fieldstone fireplace! All are invited to participate. That includes newbies to yoga, skiing or both! Over a $60 value for only $35 if you pre-register! $45 if you register the day-of. Ask questions or pre-register by emailing [email protected], or sign up online at stoneturtleyoga.com. Dec 23, 2012 – Sun 10am-12pm & 1pm-3pm Eli Brown Ski Clinic & Toko Wax Clinic with Nick Baic The 2011-12 Michigan Cup Men’s Champion and former University of Utah cross country ski coach Eli Brown will run a clinic for both classic and skate skiing at the XC Ski HQ. Eli is an excellent coach for both the skate and classic techniques, regardless of your ability level. He has a keen eye for form and a lot of tips and tricks to get you skiing faster and more efficiently. Skate clinic ($25) will be 10am to 12noon. Classic clinic ($25) will be 1pm to 3pm. If you want to attend both clinics it will only be $40. Maximum 25 skiers each for morning and afternoon, so sign up quickly by calling 1.800.832.2663 or emailing [email protected]. Our annual Toko Wax Clinic, presented by Toko guru and coach for the Great Lakes Junior Olympics team, Nick Baic, will start at 4pm. Nick will talk you through the latest and greatest from Toko, as well as review time tested wax techniques in an understandable and informative way. Come get any and all wax questions answered by one of the best sources of XC knowledge out there. There is no charge for this wax clinic. Dec 25, 2012 - Tuesday - Merry Christmas! Cross Country Ski Headquarters Store is closed. Parking lot and trails are open during daylight hours, on the house. Dec 28, 2012 – Friday 6pm-8:30pm - Full Moon Night Skiing! Experience the magic of winter in a whole new light! Every full moon during the ski season, we will light the Trapper’s Cabin trail with torches creating a truly unique and memorable nighttime experience. Included is a bonfire and hot chocolate at Trapper’s Cabin. Skiers who need to rent skis must do so before 6PM, as the store will close at 6PM per our usual schedule. Join us for an evening you’ll never forget! Jan 1 – 31, 2013 - McDonald’s Discover Michigan Skiing Month Cross Country Ski headquarters has teamed up with Michigan McDonald’s restaurants to offer an exciting and very affordable introduction to the sport of Cross Country Skiing. The program includes a group lesson, ski equipment rental, and a XC SKI HQ facilities pass for the day. The price for this Discover Michigan Skiing program is $20 for adults and children 6 years old and older. The lesson covers basic maneuvering on skis, including classic technique, turning, controlling speed going downhill, and getting up from a fall. At the end of the program, participants receive a $20-off coupon valid at participating Michigan Ski Industries Association ski shops. The Discover Michigan group lesson usually starts at 10am on Saturdays throughout the month of January, but if you have a group of 4 or more you may schedule a “private” group lesson most any day or time. In either case, please pre-register by calling 800-832-2663. Sunny sky, snowy trails... This is Pure Michigan Jan 5, 2013 – Saturday 10am to 3:30pm Pure Michigan Winter Trails Day Pure Michigan Winter Trails Day offers children and adults who are NEW to snow-shoeing and cross country skiing, the chance to try both activities for FREE. Check-in is at 10am. Please make sure to Even though it was 70 degrees, everyone learned pre-register, and remember, this program is for a lot at our Eli Brown clinic last March! “never ever” XC skiers and snowshoers only. Check-in is followed by free outfitting in snowshoes, boots, skis and poles. 10:30: X-C Ski & Snowshoe clinic. Learn how to get the skis and snowshoes on, how to hold the poles, and how to start cross country skiing and snowshoeing. Also learn the important skills of how to fall down and how to get up! 11:10: Go on a tour to Trappers Cabin for Hot 29 Dogs, bonfire and Hot Cocoa, all on the house. After lunch at the Cabin, skiers and snowshoers will have the choice of exploring more trails, or being guided back to Cross Country Ski Headquarters. 3 PM (or earlier): Skiers return from their tours and return snowshoes, boots, skis & poles. They are invited to relax in front of the Fireplace in the Stone Turtle Day Lodge. We have a limited number of skis and snowshoes. If we are fully booked we will try to reschedule you to a Saturday later into January. Please pre register by emailing your name, address, age, shoe size, and choice of X-C Skiing or Snowshoeing to: [email protected] We will email the confirmation. Jan 20, 2013 – Sunday Noon to 3pm Paella Fiesta A huge hit with our skiers last season, Paella, a hearty, deliciously savory Spanish rice dish, will be served from Noon to 3pm this Sunday. After learning the ropes from Paella chef master Ayo of Nerja, Spain, Bob and Lynne are excited to share this traditional dish to hungry skiers at Cross Country Ski Headquarters. Prepared in a massive cast iron pan over open flame, this lunch is almost as enjoyable to watch being cooked as it is to eat! Served piping hot with vegetables and slow-cooked, Saffron infused shrimp and chicken. Buen Provecho! Jan 26 & 27, 2013 – Sat & Sun, Noon to 3pm Get your Fill at the Grill – Fire on the Mountain! Grill Cook Garrett Gabalis will make a special appearance on the Stone Turtle Day Lodge Sun Deck to Fire Grill your choice of Seafood, Lean Beef Burgers or Black Bean Veggie Burgers. Choose your entree and Garrett will grill it to perfection. If you dare, ask that your entree be cooked “Fire on the Mountain Style” – Grilled with sizzling hot sauce and topped with Jalapenos, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion and a creamy Buffalo Blue Cheese dressing. We love snow so much at XC Ski HQ that we fight over who gets to shovel! Jan 12 & 13, 2013 – Sat & Sun – Noon to 3pm Get your Fill at the Grill – Fire on the Mountain! Grill Cook Garrett Gabalis will make a special appearance on the Stone Turtle Day Lodge Sun Deck to Fire Grill your choice of Seafood, Lean Beef Burgers or Black Bean Veggie Burgers. Choose your entree and Garrett will grill it to perfection. If you dare, order your entree “Fire on the Mountain Style” – Grilled with sizzling hot sauce and topped with Jalapenos, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion and creamy Buffalo Blue Cheese dressing. Jan 26, 2013, Saturday 6pm-8:30pm Full Moon Night Skiing! Experience the magic of winter in a whole new light! Every full moon during the ski season, we will light the Trapper’s Cabin trail with torches, creating a truly unique and memorable nighttime experience. We will also have a bonfire and serve hot chocolate at Trapper’s Cabin from 6-8:30PM. Jan 14 – 18, Mon - Fri Silver Streak Week This week, Cross Country Ski Headquarters Skiers who need to rent skis must do so before would like to welcome all “seasoned” outdoors 6PM, as the store will close at 6PM per our usual people, age 60 and older, with a complimentary X-C schedule. Join us for an evening you’ll never forget! Ski HQ Facilities Pass, plus a coffee or hot cocoa on Feb 2 & 3, 2013 – Sat and Sun, Noon to 3pm the house. They are also welcome to demo any of the Fire Grilled Pizzas on the Sun Deck! Build your own gourmet flatbread pizza and latest and greatest 2012-13 skis, boots or snowshoes have it grilled to perfection on our wood-fired Sun at no charge. Deck barbeque pit! Choose from a variety of Jan 19, 2013 – Saturday Noon to 3PM toppings to create your own pizza masterpiece, and Fire Grilled Pizzas on the Sun Deck! enjoy the satisfying flavors of delicious fire cooked Build your own gourmet flatbread pizza and have crust, savory sauce, bubbling cheese and fresh it grilled to perfection on our wood-fired Sun Deck toppings. Mama Mia! barbeque pit! Choose from a variety of toppings to Feb 9 & 10, 2013 – Sat and Sun, Noon to 3pm create your own pizza masterpiece, and enjoy the Bob’s Bean Bomb Nachos satisfying flavors of delicious fire cooked crust, savory What do you call beans that aren’t yours? sauce, bubbling cheese and fresh toppings. Mama Mia! Nacho Beans!! Bob’s Bean Bomb, a legendary, Jan 19, 2013, Saturday Third Annual Cote Dame mouth-watering bean dip with a cult-like following, Marie Loppet This exciting Nordic Skiing is making a special appearance this weekend in the Adventure, sponsored by XC Ski HQ, will take you form of Bean Bomb Nachos. Feast on layers of heavy through the scenic hardwood trails of Hanson Hills tortilla chips loaded with Bob’s signature spicy Bean Recreation Area, located in Grayling, Michigan. There Bomb, melted sharp cheddar cheese, black olives, is a course option for every kind of skier, including onions, tomatoes and sour cream. Need we say more? 8km Citizens Races (classic and freestyle) for those new to racing, an 8km Juniors race, plus a 15km and 30km Michigan Cup race. This is a really fun event for racers and non-racers alike, and it’s followed by awards and lunch. Register at www.graylingnordic.com. 30 Feb 15, 2013 Friday 6 - 8 PM Winterfest Get your Winterfest badge and enjoy a torch lit night ski or snowshoe hike out to Trapper’s Cabin where a bonfire and Hot Cocoa await. Also during the day Saturday you get $5 off any rental with your Winterfest badge! The Pulled Pork lunch is $5 for anyone else who might be hungry too. All racers and family members who partake in the Lunch will also receive a complimentary 1-day XC SKI HQ facilities pass. Feb 16, 2013 - Saturday Noon to 3pm The Jimmy Mac Panini Enjoy Jimmy Mac Frye’s culinary triumph! Sliced grilled chicken breast, Canadian turkey bacon, chopped spinach, sliced tomato, jalapenos, provolone cheese and pesto in a flatbread sandwich. Grilled to perfection for a perfect lunch. Feb 25, 2013 – Monday 6pm-8:30pm Full Moon Night Skiing! Experience the magic of winter in a whole new light! Every full moon during the ski season, we will light the Trapper’s Cabin trail with torches, creating a truly unique and memorable nighttime experience. We will also have a bonfire and serve hot chocolate at Trapper’s Cabin from 6-8:30PM. Skiers who need to rent skis must do so before 6PM, as the store will close at 6PM per our usual schedule. Join us for an evening you’ll never forget! Feb 17, 2013 – Sun Noon to 3pm - Paella Fiesta A huge hit with our skiers last season, Paella, a hearty, deliciously savory Spanish rice dish, will be served from Noon to 3pm this Sunday. After learning the ropes from Paella chef master Ayo of Nerja, Spain, Bob and Lynne are excited to share this traditional dish to hungry skiers at Cross Country Ski Headquarters. Prepared in a massive cast iron pan over open flame, this lunch is almost as enjoyable to watch being cooked as it is to eat! March 2, 2013 - Saturday Noon to 3pm Served piping hot with vegetables and slow- Fire Grilled Pizzas on the Sun Deck! Build your own gourmet flatbread pizza and cooked, Saffron infused shrimp and chicken. Buen have it grilled to perfection on our wood-fired Provecho! Sun Deck barbeque pit! Choose from a variety of Feb 23, 2013 – Saturday Noon to 3pm toppings to create your own pizza masterpiece, Famous Pulled-Pork Barbeque on the Sun Deck and enjoy the satisfying flavors of delicious fire Legend has it that the only barbequed pulled cooked crust, savory sauce, bubbling cheese and pork better than ours exists on the Combs Pig Farm fresh toppings. Mama Mia! in northern Las Vegas. Decide for yourself and come feast on what is surely some of the best March 10, 2013 - Sunday 9:30am - Michigan barbeque East of the Mississippi River, while Cup Relays at Cross Country Ski Headquarters A Michigan Cup Relay Race with 3 skiers per basking in the winter sun on our sun deck. Served team: 2 legs freestyle, one leg classic; approx 8 km on a warm sourdough roll with a big pickle spear per leg for freestyle and classic. Registration starts and veggies. All for just $5! at 9:30am. Relays start at 11am. Entry Fee is $20 per racer. All entrees score Team Points. If you do not have a team but would still like to ski, we will try to find a team for you. Registration fee includes refreshments (some teams bring special refreshments), Pulled Pork sandwiches served on a sourdough roll, scalloped potatoes, homes made coleslaw, and fresh baked chocolate chip and oatmeal raisin cookies for dessert. Each racer will also receive an official 2013 Michigan Cup Pint Glass! Skiers love a sun deck barbeque! Feb 24, 2013 – Sunday 9am - 21st Annual Junior Muffin Pursuit Races – Classic/Freestyle One of the longest standing Juniors race in Michigan, the Muffin Race will be held at Cross Country Ski Headquarters on Sunday, Feb 24th. The race is a Junior Girls & Boys 8K Pursuit race. Skiers will classic ski the first half of the race then ski freestyle the second half of the race. Registration begins at 9am on Sunday, and we will shoot for an 10:30am start. This is a Michigan Cup Junior Race. Medals will be awarded to the top 3 finishers in the girls and boys races. After the 8K Senior Muffin Division Pursuit race, we will hold three Junior Muffin freestyle races: Ages 6 years and under, 7 to 9 and 10 to 12. All racers 12 and under will be awarded a medal! There is a $10 entry fee for the Senior Racers (13 and older) and it includes a Pulled Pork Lunch. There is no entry fee for the Junior Muffin Racers. 31 March 27, 2013 – Wednesday 6pm-8:30pm Full Moon Night Skiing! Experience the magic of winter in a whole new light! Every full moon during the ski season, we will light the Trapper’s Cabin trail with torches, creating a truly unique and memorable nighttime experience. We will also have a bonfire and serve hot chocolate at Trapper’s Cabin from 6-8:30PM. Skiers who need to rent skis must do so before 6PM, as the store will close at 6PM per our usual schedule. Join us for an evening you’ll never forget(snow permitting)! Go to www.CrossCountrySki.com and click on any of the following: Online Store, Ski Conditions, Events Calendar, About Us and Product Catalog, General Info and How-To Guides, Equipment Rentals/Lessons, Trail Map Library, Area Lodging, Photos/Videos, and more. 1.800.832.2663 www.CrossCountrySki.com 9435 N Cut Rd Roscommon MI 48653 Cross Country Ski Headquarters INDEX Schedule of Events: Pages 1, 28-31 Free Lessons, Glass Half Full Page 2 Ski Packages: Pages 3 through 15 Lodging and Dining Guide: Page 17 Other Races & Info Page 16 Rental rates, Lessons & Area Map: Page 18 Jackets, Parkas, Shells, Pants, Fleece, Layering Wear, Winter Boots & Active Wear Pages 19 to 25 Michigan Cup - HQ Team and Schedule: Page 26 Trail Map Page 27 Snowshoes Page 28 Sponsor Form: Below 12 - 13 Drifting Times Call 1.800.832.2663 for mail order or shop online at CrossCountrySki.com All Prices are Subject to Change Trails and HQ Upgrades (Continued form page 1) Manitou Trails. So for those of you who need to dangle a carrot in front of your ski buddy, you can promise a rest-stop on our longer trails. We've also been extensively working on all our trails; grading where bumpy, widening where narrow, and trimming back tree limbs all along the way. And just in case we ever have less than desirable snow, we're mowing the trails super low so we can get out skiing on a thinner base layer, as well as clearing "snow harvest" fields along the trails so that our "Snow Doctors" can fill in the bare spots. When you're inside and shopping, be sure to check out our new ski boot display showing off all the hot new boots from Salomon, Alpina, Fischer, Rossignol and Atomic. This will be where your next shiny new toy will be beckoning you! We have also increased our demo and rental equipment capacity with re-engineered ski racks. Our robust demo fleet will ensure that our customers are able to demo all the skis that they are interested in buying. Cross Country Ski Headquarters Trail Sponsorship: Our trail sponsors help make us one of the most unique XC skiing destinations in the Midwest. Here’s what your Season Trail Sponsorship helps pay for: Ÿ Some of Pure Michigan’s best skiing on 19km of Ÿ Upkeep of onsite facilities, including the sun-deck and trails bonfire pit, Stone Turtle Day Lodge, wax bench and tools, clean, heated bathrooms and shower, and a huge, Ÿ Daily Ginzu trail grooming, usually done by 10am fieldstone fireplace which burns real logs! Ÿ Trail and snow equipment, including three Ÿ A giant parking lot which is close to the trails and is SkiDoo Skandic snowmobiles, the Alpina Twin plowed and salted Track giant snowmobile, the Ginzu-groomer and Latue Xpert Trackmaker roller, which makes Ÿ Off-season trail maintenance including mowing, clearing, stump grinding, trimming and grading, trail great tracks even when snow is sparse insurance, and our State Forest lease for part of the Ÿ Special Starbucks Coffee Club - 50 cents a cup! trail network 12-13 Cross Country Ski HQ Trail Sponsors Season Facilities Pass Name _______________________ Address_______________________ City_____________________________ State________ Zip__________ Family Sponsor $65.00 Number in family Individual Sponsor $38.00 Visa, Discover or Master Card # __________________________ EXP: _______ Security Code _____ Check enclosed ______ Send to: Cross Country Ski HQ 9435 N. Cut Rd. Roscommon MI 48653 32