While delving into the origin of the Swix hat (see “Hat Trick” in issue 36.2), I heard that Leif Torgersen had died. Harald Bjerke confirmed it in a touching email: “Leif died in January 2012, 68… Read More »Frictional Partners: On Tour With Dr. Wax
“An important component of the CXC Marathon Cup will be masters and citizen skiers competing in the series,” said Yuriy Gusev, CXC executive director and athletic director. “We encourage clubs and teams to compete as… Read More »Nordic Nation
Compiled and Edited by Allison Slavick A furious start to the 30k Holmenkollen in Oslo, Norway on March 15 set the stage for aggressive racing and impressive performances from the U.S. women competing in the famed race… Read More »Nordic Nation
Compiled and Edited by Allison Slavick Women’s Ski Jumping U.S.A has hired a new traveling coach to work alongside head coach Alan Alborn as the duo leads the world’s top-ranked team into the 2014 World Cup… Read More »Nordic Nation