Archive for December, 2009
Swix Race Wax Recommendation - Race for Diamonds
Posted on December 31st, 2009
| January 2, 2010 - 10:00 am - |
Race for Diamonds Wax Rec: http://www.swixracing.us/uploads/wax/McCallRaceforDiamonds-2009.pdf
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Idaho Nordic Members Skate Clinic
Posted on December 30th, 2009
| January 3, 2010 - 10:00 am to 12:00 pm |
Idaho Nordic is offering a two hour technique clinic on Sunday, January 3rd at Bogus Basin.
Meet in front of the Lodge at 10am Sharp.
The clinic is for all abilities and ages but you must be an Idaho Nordic member to participate and have a Bogus trail pass.
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Sun Valley Nordic Festival “Nordic Town USA”
Posted on December 23rd, 2009
| January 30, 2010 to February 7, 2010 |
The First Annual Sun Valley Nordic Festival will take place January 30-February 7, 2010. The festival features 9 days of activities, races, clinics and fun events along with a $49, 9-day valley-wide Nordic trail pass, discounts on demos/rentals, lodging and dining which showcase and celebrate Sun Valley’s well-deserved reputation as “Nordic Town USA”. A trip to the Nordic festival will also be given away at www.svnordicfestival.com.
Highlights of the festival include:
• Ski the Rails – a family-friendly “ski at your own pace” tour along the Wood River Trail. Don’t forget the after party at the Sun Valley Brewery featuring live music and downtown shopping specials.
• Nordic Night of Champions – a send-off celebration for local Nordic skiers who will be participating in the 2010 Olympic Games.
• Downtown Ketchum Nordic Night & Concert – a celebration of all things Nordic at the future site of the Sun Valley Center for the Arts. Sol’ Jibe will supply some high energy dance music as the Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation and the Elephant’s Perch hold some fun races. Enjoy the ice sculptures and bonfire and stay warm with some great winter fare.
• 200K Trails Challenge – a non-competitive challenge to ski all of our world class trails and be eligible for some great prize drawings.
• Sun Valley Nordic Sprint Races – featuring a 1.5K course and cash prizes.
• Sun Valley 5K Snowshoe Challenge – a fun 5K course and great prizes.
• Author/Olympic Skier John Morton – Behind-the-scenes observations from his experiences at seven different Olympic Games. Presented by the Community Library.
• 10th Annual “Best of Banff” Mountain Film Festival – enjoy award-winning films on mountain sports, culture and environment.
• Boulder Mountain Tour – The festival culminates with the renowned race with over 800 participants on the beautiful 32K course on the North Valley Trails. The first annual Half Boulder Race will also be introduced this year for racers who want a little less of a challenge, and offers a special Parent/Child Combo entry fee.
• Other great activities include: Guided Snowshoe Adventure, Avalanche Awareness Program, Showshoe With a Ranger, Boulder Mountain Prep, a ski/dining experience at Smiley Creek and more. www.svnordicfestival.com for more details.
Sun Valley has a well-deserved reputation for world-class alpine skiing, but is also making a name as “Nordic Town USA” with the best nordic ski terrain in the US. In fact, it’s so good, members of the Norwegian Olympic Nordic Ski Team come to the valley to train. Sun Valley has plenty to offer Nordic skiers and winter recreationalists of all ages and abilities, from over 200 kilometers of groomed trails and one of the country’s premier Nordic ski races, unmatched snow and weather conditions, and a vibrant community of Nordic skiers and sports enthusiasts, to plenty of other top-notch yet affordable recreational and cultural diversions. For all the Cool Deals on lodging, dining, and activities, please visit www.svnordicfestival.com.
The creation of the Sun Valley Nordic Festival was a collaborative effort from a wide variety of groups, individuals, and businesses, now known as the Sun Valley Nordic Ski Alliance, who are all interested in further promoting Sun Valley as a major Nordic ski destination. They include: Sun Valley/Ketchum CVB, Boulder Mountain Tour, Blaine County Recreation District, Sun Valley Resort, The Elephant’s Perch, Backwoods Mountain Sports, Sturtevants Mountain Outfitters, Sun Valley Center for the Arts, Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation, Hawley Graphics, Idaho Conservation League, Ketchum/Sun Valley Heritage & Ski Museum, Sawtooth Avalanche Center, Sun Valley Running, The Community Library, Galena Lodge and Hailey Chamber of Commerce.
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Sun Valley Nordic Festival 200k Challenge
Posted on December 23rd, 2009
200K Trails Challenge – a non-competitive challenge to ski all of our world class trails and be eligible for some great prize drawings. This year, the Sun Valley Nordic Festival celebrates the more than 200km of Nordic trails in and around Sun Valley, one of the largest and most diverse systems in the United States! We invite you to accept the “Trails Challenge” this year and try to ski 200km this season! 200k Challenge PDF
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X-Mas 5k Training Race (Race#1 of the 6-pack Series)
Posted on December 21st, 2009
| December 23, 2009 - |
Idaho Nordic training race – X-mas style.
On 12/23 at training we will conduct a 5K training race after some drills and a warm-up.
Entry Fee: Two Components-
1. 6-Pack Budget Beer(The cheaper the better)
2. Item from $1 Store –OR- Item re-gifted from your house.
Post-Race we will conduct the gift exchange, raffle and awards.
**Idaho Nordic members only.***
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Swix Wax Recommendation - Bogus #1 and McCall Winter Start
Posted on December 17th, 2009
Bogus Challenge #1: Bogus Challenge #1
McCall Winter Start: McCall Winter Start
Find wax recommendations for other races and the Swix Ski School at www.swixracing.us
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Tuesday IN Session CANCELLED FOR TONIGHT and over.
Posted on December 15th, 2009
Tuesday IN Sessions Over - Now that we are moving to on-snow training we will stop meeting on Tuesdays. The two day training system worked well for fall training and we will continue that formula next fall.
The plan right now is to start our Wednesday on-snow sessions. Wednesday’s will consist of technique, strength, time-trials and the famous interval sessions.
Wednesday IN Session - we will send an email tomorrow if we are going to Bogus on 12/16. If so, we will meet at 6:15 in front of the Nordic Lodge. Bring rock skis! The IN van departs at 5:30 or when full from Highland Valley School. To ride in the van you must be a current member and fork over $2.00.
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Potato Cup Registration/Lodging Info
Posted on December 9th, 2009
| January 9, 2010 - |
Registration Form: Potato Cup Registration
Save $10 if mailed by January 1st.
Lodging Info per Randy:
Marriott Towne Place Suites will offer a discount (I’m not sure what the regular rate is). The special rate they gave us is $84 per night (double queens or King). They asked that you reserve before December 25 and mention the Potato Cup.
Marriott Towneplace Suites
2376 Via Caporatti, Pocatello, ID
(208) 478-7000
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SWIX WAX CLINIC @ Idaho Mountain Touring
Posted on December 8th, 2009
| December 14, 2009 - 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm |
Idaho Mountain Touring - 13th & Main - Downtown Boise
Monday, December 14th
6:30pm: Classic Ski Preparation and Kick Wax Application
7:15pm: Skate Ski Preparation, Glide Wax Selection and Application, FINITE FINISH Structure Selection and Application
Presented by: SWIX RACING SERVICE - Eric Jensen & Joe Jensen
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2nd Idaho Nordic Group Ski
Posted on December 7th, 2009
| December 27, 2009 - 9:30 am - |
Meet out front of Frontier Pointe Lodge at 9:30am on Sunday, December 27th.
Group will do an easy ski. This is not a clinic but we may do a few drills to warm-up.
