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Finn Sisu: Celebrate Juhannus June 21-28th
June 18, 2025Did you know Finland has their own celebration of midsummer, Juhannus? To mark the occasion and shine a light on the Finnish spin on the special date, Finn Sisu is running a sale on all things Finnish! Stop by this weekend to shop the start of the sale which runs through the 28th.
Finn Sisu: Discounts on Wenonah Canoes, Upcoming Marwe Demo Day
June 4, 2025Summer is here and so is another demo day hosted by Finn Sisu. Stop by Long Lake Regional Park this Saturday from 8-10am to try out a pair of Marwe rollerskis, then hit the water with a 10% discount on Wenonah canoes which runs through Father's Day, June 15th.
Finn Sisu: Dual Demo Day at Long Lake Park, May 17th
May 8, 2025In just over a week Finn Sisu will be hosting a double demo special at Long Lake Regional Park for Wenonah canoes and Marwe rollerskis. Show up anytime between 9am and noon to try one, or both, and then head to the shop afterward to take advantage of $50 off on roller skis for demo participants, in addition to a 10% discount on canoes running through the end of the month.
Pioneer Midwest: Ski Lineups and Updates
April 30, 2025Pioneer Midwest annual ski picking trip is coming up fast. Matt Liebsch and Ian Iveens have created videos showcasing the latest race ski lineup. Schedule a personalized ski analysis to find your perfect pair.
Ski Hut: Cork and Globe on Apr 30th
April 23, 2025Come meet Jason Cork, Jessie Diggins' coach and wax tech extraordinaire for Team USA Nordic, at Ski Hut on April 30th. Coach Cork will be bringing in the Overall Distance globe for everyone to see and he'll answer questions about last season, training, etc - stop on down!
Finn Sisu: Spring Sauna Sale
April 3, 2025Finn Sisu is offering 10% off sauna kits and accessories (beat the tariff increases!) in their Spring Sauna Sale, April 1-14. Plus up to 30% off all boots through April 20th.
Ski Hut: New Nordic Brands and Gear Arrive Next Winter
April 3, 2025Ski Hut announces their plans for next season! New apparel and gear including Rex poles, Skate X boots, and Kastle skis. Atomic, Fischer, and Salomon also have updated lines, including expanded off-track (backcountry) options.
Gear West: Bike Clinic Wednesday - Going Tubeless
March 9, 2025Gear West has a number of bike clinics coming up, this Wednesday evening, Mar 12th, where they give you all the low-down on tubeless tires.
Ski Hut Custom Picked Skis
February 25, 2025Ski Hut is recommending you evaluate your race fleet and get your requests in now for custom, hand-picked skis.
Gear West: Bike Clinic Wednesday - Flat Fixing
February 23, 2025Gear West has a number of bike clinics coming up, including this Wednesday evening, Feb 26th, where they will go over the process of fixing a flat tire.
Madhus: Camp Norway at the Birkie
February 19, 2025Five major Norwegian ski brands including Madshus will showcase innovations at the 2025 American Birkebeiner through "Camp Norway," offering gear testing, Norwegian treats, and outdoor experiences outdoors near the expo area.
Pioneer Midwest: Birkie Fever Clinic Sunday
February 14, 2025Join Matt Liebsch, Brian Gregg, and Caitlin Gregg for an exclusive Birkie clinic at Pioneer Midwest Sunday afternoon, Feb 16. They’ll cover key topics, including race-week training and tapering, race-day nutrition, ski and grind selection, and waxing strategies to help you perform your best.
New Moon: Birkie Week Deals, Wax Service
February 14, 2025New Moon has big savings Birkie week including big discounts on ski boots, race skis, Swix clothing, other apparel and even bin sales! Plus details on their Birkie wax service.
Finn Sisu: Birkie Wax Service, Clothing/Ski Discounts
February 14, 2025Get the latest info on Finn Sisu's Birkie wax service and deadlines, as many of their Vakava Racing ski team members were on the podium last weekend at Mora. Plus they are offering 40% off all clothing and 30-40% off all skis in stock.
Gear West: Womens Birkie Q&A Monday Night
February 14, 2025Gear West owner Jan Guenther is hosting an impromptu Birkie Q&A session for women, or anyone else interested in XC skiing, on Monday evening, Feb 17th, at Gear West in Long Lake. Discuss all things Birkie, including nutrition, clothing, wax, equipment, focus, and fun! RSVP requested.
Birkie Waxing Service
February 13, 2025A lot of options out there for getting your race skis ready for the big Birkie and Korte events...
- Ski Hut
- New Moon
- Gear West
- Pioneer Midwest
- Finn Sisu
- Out There
Note: Most of these stores have a cut-off for dropping off your skis by early Birkie week, so don't delay!
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Fischer: Introducing the New Speedmax Family
February 7, 2025The new generation of Fischer's Speedmax system introduces ultralight racing skis weighing just 950 grams, featuring innovative Cold Base Bonding technology and liquid-waxable Gliding Sidewalls for optimal performance. The lineup includes new boots with a two-zone BOA system that enables individual adjustment in the heel and forefoot areas, providing improved power transfer and higher speeds.
Untapped: Co-Founder Ted King Inducted into Gravel Cycling Hall of Fame
January 29, 2025UnTapped co-founder Ted King, whose company produces maple syrup-based athletic fuels, has been selected for the 2025 Gravel Cycling Hall of Fame alongside three others, celebrating both his racing victories and contributions to the sport.