Getting air and snow

The Junior team was seeking out some alternative adventures this week, as a way to recover and refresh the mind and body after the grueling Tour De Pug. On Friday we took a trip to Get Air in Williston, an indoor park featuring wall-to-wall trampolines! There was a dodgeball court, slamball court and Ninja Warrior course, but everyone was most eager to hone their flips and spins at the foam pits. Magda and Evan certainly immpressed with their gymnastics backgrounds, but everyone attempted a few flips which was great for getting out of the comfort zone!

The following day, it was off to Stowe for some more unorthodox training: a trek up the alpine slopes and quite a fun ride back down in the thick mashed potato snow. Last year’s weather was a bit more springlike for a similar adventure, but to be fair last winter in general was a bit more springlike, so hopefully the massive amounts of snow and precipitation this day were a good omen. Here is a little video edit I put together of our trip:

BKL Fall Fridays

A winter chill is in the air, and that means ski season is right around the corner! MNC is excited to be hosting BKL Fall Fridays each Friday afternoon through November 18th. You can check out a detailed schedule of alternating locations below!

Fall Fridays

What: Fun games, ski-specific activities like hillbounding and strength training, and general fitness work. For all skiers at the BKL level, this is a great way to start getting ready for the season ahead and also spend time with fellow MNC members! Rollerskis will be available for skiers to try on certain days.

When: Every Friday afternoon (3:45pm-5:15pm) from October 21 through November 18th.

Where: Sessions will alternate each week between Mills Riverside Park in Jericho and Williston Central School. See schedule below:

October 21: Mills Riverside Park

October 28: Williston Central School

November 4: Mills Riverside Park

November 11: Williston Central School

November 18: Mills Riverside Park

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MNC goes skiing October 23rd!

We were treated to some high-elevation snowfall last night and into this morning, and many MNC members had their skis on without hesitation! Reports of great early-season conditions were reported from members in Bolton, the Stowe Toll Road, and Smugglers Notch. After a beautiful fall of colors we were even treated to the incredible and rare phenomenon known as “snowliage”, a stunning mix of white snow and bright leaves!

Rick and Eliza enjoying some snowliage!

Rick and Eliza enjoying some snowliage!

Rick, Karen, Eliza and Kort skiing up from Smuggs toward Stowe

Rick, Karen, Eliza and Kort skiing up from Smuggs toward Stowe

Larger-than-life scenery up here

Larger-than-life scenery up here

Icing can be a real pain in this wet snow: luckily Adam was prepared with the solution

Icing can be a real pain in this wet snow: luckily Adam was prepared with the solution

Timmy inspecting the snow crystals

Timmy inspecting the snow crystals

Kort surveys the snowy trees on the Stowe side of the notch

Kort surveys the snowy trees on the Stowe side of the notch

A pretty blurry self-timer photo near the top of the Notch

A pretty blurry self-timer photo near the top of the Notch

 

 

MNC Night Sprint 2016

Full post and photo(s) to follow, but for now here is a link to the detailed results. Thanks to GMVS and St Mikes for joining us at the Range for a fun event!

MNC Night Sprint 2016

Blurry photo of racers cresting the final climb

Blurry photo of racers cresting the final climb

Women's final!

Women’s final, R-L in finish order

  1. Eliza Thomas
  2. Emma Barnes
  3. Sara Falconer
  4. Magda Lelito

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Men’s final, R-L in finish order

  1. Mitch McDonald
  2. Walker Bean
  3. Adam Glueck
  4. Will Solow

Masters Southridge 6K TT

This Sunday saw the fourth running of the Southridge Time Trail with the largest group of skiers yet.  Strong winds out of the South definitely challenged the skiers, but nonetheless strong performances and a fun time was had by all  competitors.  If you missed this round, don’t worry there will be a second running in November.

Overall, the course record still stands at 17:55 by Rick Schaaf with a full list of results on our google doc.

The course profile can be viewed on Strava.

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