Mansfield Nordic Club

MNC Summer Apparel Order Closes
2024-05-07 23:30 (America/New_York)
MNC compression shorts now available for 2024!
Podiumwear Summer Storefront
MNC general summer apparel store also online!
MNC General Shop
ORDER BY MAY 7TH!
Our Podiumwear compression shorts are one our most popular items ever. Ideal for rollerskiing, great for running, and useful in all sorts of other athletic situations, these shorts became a hit as more and more members started rocking them at training.
They typically run small so please note this in your order. For a reference point, Coach Adam wears a Men’s Large.
It’s common for athletes to ask about these in the summer, and wonder “where can I get them??” but please be advised: this is a Podiumwear Storefront order, meaning the only pairs produced are those that are ordered through this storefront!
The storefront is set to close on May 7th in order for shorts to arrive by mid-June for the beginning of summer training. You can also order a high-quality MNC hoody from Podiumwear at this storefront!

Skirack/Swenor Rollerski Orders Due
2024-05-13
MNC members and skiers,
Skirack has put together some special pricing for us with rollerskis! You can order Swenor skis from Skirack at the link below, with submissions due May 13th.
Note the inclusion of some #2/#3 speed wheel options on the Fiberglass Classic model…if you have been rollerskiing for a few years now (say, if this is going to be your second pair of classic rollerskis) this slightly-slower wheelspeed is recommended as it is much more relatable to actual classic skiing. Double poling is more realistic, and striding work is more effective.
The Fiberglass model also comes in a standard #2 front and back speed, and all other models are #2 speed.
On the order form, you can check out specific notes on models and descriptions which I put together. You can also view those descriptions directly by clicking here.
Click the link below to submit your form for ski ordering through Skirack! Orders are due May 13th.
Skirack Swenor Order Form

Junior Summer Training Begins
2024-06-25 - 2024-08-31 | The Range, Jericho, VT, United States
Our Junior Summer training begins on Tuesday, June 25th! Programming takes place from 8-10AM on weekday mornings, and various weekend times. Monday is our off day.
You can learn more about Junior Summer Training on this page.
You can register for Junior Summer Training at this page.

Rollerski (or walk or bike!) in Williston 4th of July Parade!
2024-07-04 09:30 - 12:00 | johnson farm
If you are a rollerskier of ANY AGE please join us in Williston on the 4th of July to rollerski in the parade!
Oh, and if you don’t want to rollerski but still want to join in the fun…you can certainly walk or ride your bike with us as well!
This is a super fun event…why?

We get to show rollerskiing to the whole town
We see lots of fun other floats and celebratory groups
Music, games, friends, and family

But most of all…
We get SNOW! That’s right, early in the morning we secretly acquire some magical snow and distribute it to the parade-watchers from our rollerskis! It’s a big hit every year, and a totally cool (literally) experience.
The route is about 1 mile and almost totally flat, and we ski at about 1 mph. It’s great for everyone!
The logstics:

Meet at 9:30 at the Johnson Farm on Rt 2 in Williston…this is the field just past the Korner Kwik Stop if you’re heading toward Richmond.
Wear a hi-viz MNC shirt if you can! We will have extras on-hand.
Bring your rollerskis, bike for riding, or shoes for walking, and also gloves as the snow gets cold!

We can go for an actual rollerski in the neighborhoods after, for those Juniors who join us and want to get in some training after-the-fact.

Lost Nation Roll (rollerski race)
2024-07-07 08:00 - 12:00
The first rollerski race of the season takes place at Craftsbury on July 7th! This is a Sunday and MNC will be in attendance with coaching support and our tent on-site. If you are an experienced rollerskier familiar with the trails at the Range or Craftsbury, give this one a try!
We suggest arriving around 8:30 or 9:00, depending on your race, to make sure you can get in a lap or two of the course.
Lost Nation Roll Registration
U16: 5km option
Rising U18s: 5km or 10km option (chat with a coach about this before registering)
U18+: 10km option
Lost Nation Roll 2022 (’23 cancelled due to air quality)

MNCC Open House!
2024-07-15 17:00 - 19:00 | Mansfield Nordic Community Center, 3214 East Main St, Richmond, VT, 05477, United States
Join us at the brand new Mansfield Nordic Community Center in Richmond for a grand opening/open house!
This is your chance to check out the space, see your ski friends, talk with coaches, enjoy some snacks, and learn about what opportunities the MNCC will bring.
Who
Mansfield Nordic Club! This event is hosted by our coaches 🙂
What
Touring the space, seeing friends and coaches, learning about events and classes
Where
The MNCC is located on Route 2 in Jonesville (Richmond) near the intersection of Stage Road and Cochran Rd. The address is 3214 East Main St. Look for a big, blue building on the south side of the road. The MNC flag will be flying! See parking notes below.

When
Monday, July 15th from 5-7PM. There are no set times for age groups, but we encourage the following:
BKL skiers and families: 5-6pm
Juniors and families: 5:30-6:30pm
Masters and families: 6-7pm
How (to park)
There is only parking for two (2) cars at the space itself currently. We encourage carpooling and parking at the gravel lot at the end of Cochran Rd and walking over, or even biking from one of the parking areas on Cochran Road itself. We have a brand new bike rack right outside the door!

U16 Mountain Camp
2024-07-25 - 2024-07-28
Our U16 Mountain Camp (formerly known as “Mini Mountain Camp”) will be held from July 25 – 28 in Lake Placid, NY!
This camp is intended for U16 (and rising-U16) skiers. Experienced U14 skiers are able to attend with coach permission.
Rollerskiing at U16 Mountain Camp in 2023
Often the first training camp experience for skiers of this age, U16 Mountain Camp is focused on exploring new places and building connections with friends and teammates.
Skate rollerski experience is necessary, primarily from a safety perspective. The final makeup and experience of our camp group will determine how much rollerskiing factors into our schedule, but at least some time will be devoted to the activity. We’ll also enjoy trail running, hiking, ski bounding, and maybe even mountain biking if there’s an interest.
U16 Mountain Camp has space for up to 10 athletes, and is led by Coach Adam and Coach Kristen! You can register for the camp at the MNC Registration Page or by clicking the button below!
This camp runs Thurs-Sun (a day longer than years past), and is $349 with an option for a non-refundable deposit of $50, with remainder due June 1.
U16 Mountain Camp 2024
Blog post/recap from 2023 Camp
Photo Album: 2023 Camp
Ski bounding at Bromley, 2023 camp
Our camp in 2023 was held in Ludlow, hit hard by flooding, so we met with the town organizers to do some volunteer cleanup/strength training

MNCC Presentation/Discussion with Meredith Stetter
2024-08-22 11:00 - 13:00 | Mansfield Nordic Community Center, 3214 East Main St, Richmond, VT, 05477, United States
On Thursday, August 22nd, we will have a presentation at the MNCC from Meredith Stetter.
Meredith is an MNC alum, who competed for the Pugs before going on to ski at Bowdoin College. This week, she is returning to the club to give a really important presentation for anyone interested.
Discussing the intersection of food, bodies, and eating disorders in competitive Nordic skiing
A casual discussion/mini-presentation of my experience with these topics, including things I wish I had known/been told as a young skier

Please join us at the Mansfield Nordic Community Center at 11am on Thursday, August 22nd! This takes place right after our morning training session for Juniors right up the road at the Range.
You can find information on parking and accessing the MNCC at the link below.
Parking at the MNCC

Junior Fall Training Begins
2024-09-07
Our Juniors fall training kicks off on Saturday, September 7th!
Signups will be on the general registration page when they go live (there is no cap on registration numbers).
Please see the page below for more information on what Junior fall training is about, what various options for skiers are, and more!
Junior Fall Training Page

Team Maloja Parka orders DUE
2024-09-15
MALOJA (Parkas, coats)
ORDER BY SEPTEMBER 15TH!
This season MNC is offering Maloja parkas for athletes and families. These items are available in adult sizing only. They are well-made, offered at an excellent price, and look great! Once purchased, we will have MNC logos added. This will be an additional $20-30 per jacket.
To ensure the greatest sizing availability, orders must be received into the form below (also on club registration page) by September 15th.
There are two parkas available:

A shorter jacket called the Pikuj at $139 (20% off wholesale). The men’s Pikuj comes in black, and the women’s comes in black with a floral pattern on the bottom.

A longer jacket called the Marzola at $219 (20% off wholesale). This parka is unisex in style and sizing, and comes in black.

Please review the sizing charts at the link below. For the most accurate sizing, you can visit the Maloja store on the Mountain Road in Stowe. Again, orders must be placed by September 15th. Team jacket orders are FINAL SALE.
Maloja Parka Sizing and Details
Maloja Order Form: Due 9/15

Masters trail run/hike Monroe Skyline
2024-09-15 09:30 - 12:00
You’ve been training all summer, now let’s see what you can do! Join the MNC Masters for a challenging point-to-point trail run or hike on the Long Trail’s scenic Monroe Skyline, heading south from the App Gap (Route 17) to Lincoln Gap Road (trail map) – or whatever portion of that you’d like to tackle. This will be a “no drop” outing, and all running/hiking speeds are welcome! The full point-to-point route is somewhere between 10.2 and 11.6 miles, depending on which map you’re looking at, with 2800 ft of elevation gain over four mountain peaks (Stark Mtn, Mt Ellen, Lincoln Peak, and Mt Abe). Meet 9am at the App Gap’s south-bound trailhead (trailhead map); parking is wherever you can find it near the top of the hill on Route 17.
For a shorter outing, consider an out-and-back hike from Lincoln Gap Road (trailhead map) to the top of Mount Abraham (5.2 miles, round trip) or beyond, with your start timed to meet the point-to-pointers at the top of Mount Abe in the 11am to 11:30 range.
DRIVERS NEEDED – We could use one or two drivers to help with the point-to-point route, either to shuttle cars to Lincoln Gap beforehand, or to pick up the point-to-pointers at Lincoln Gap and bring them back to their cars at the App Gap. Maybe someone doing the out-and-back hike to Mt Abe could help with pick up? Please post on Slack or email Katie Hill (khill@gmavt.net) if you can help with driving.
Runners/hikers please RSVP by Friday 9/13 (even if a “maybe”) via Slack or email to Katie Hill (khill@gmavt.net) so that we have time to coordinate rides for the point-to-point participants and make sure everyone has a partner. Indicate whether you plan to run or hike, and which portion of the route you’ll be doing.
Check Slack for last minute changes! Timing may need to be adjusted to accommodate the participants & transportation needs.
Questions? Contact Katie Hill at khill@gmavt.net

FreeFall: A Burlington Rollerski Festival
2024-09-22
NOTE: Now located at the BURTON STORE in Burlington! Cooler parking lot = better race!

On September 22nd, NENSA and MNC are presenting The FreeFall: A Burlington Rollerki Festival. Join us at Burton Headquarters for a slate of events to get the skiing spirit ready for winter!
This busy day will feature activities for all ages and abilities…
9:30AM An open sprint race, with a short-but-fun course around the big parking lot
12:00PM Potluck lunch
1:00PM BKL learn-to-rollerski options, including skills features and games
1:00PM Masters-led group rollerskis on the bike path, with leaders for different experience levels
You can sign up to race OR volunteer at the links below:
FreeFall SkiReg Signup
FreeFall Volunteer Signup

Skis due for Caldwell Sport stonegrinding
2024-09-30
September is well underway, and it’s time for the annual ski grinding action!
MNC delivers skis to Caldwell Sport in Putney for stonegrinding.

What is stonegrinding? Put simply, stonegrinding removes an incredibly thin top layer of your ski base while also applying a new pattern. This is all done with an incredibly-expensive, finely-tuned machine using special stones, depths, speeds, and pressures. If it sounds complicated, that’s because it is! But you only need to know the outcome, which is that a freshly stoneground ski will:
-Be much much easier to wax because the base will be flat and even. This means it will be faster
-Hold wax better due to this even distribution of material and opened “pores” that were previously damaged by heat from irons or corks
-Repel moisture better with a new pattern and structure
Most skiers only assume that stonegrinding “gets the scratches out” and while this is true for very minor dings and blemishes, stonegrinding won’t necessarily make a base look perfectly new. And more often than not, it isn’t the scratches that are slowing your ski down: it’s all those passes with an iron, all that dirt that you can’t see in the base, and all the uneven rises and falls at a minuscule level from repeated use and abuse.
With the transition to non-fluoro racing, flat bases and fast bases have never been more critical.
Here is a simple rule:
If your skis have not been stoneground and you have raced on them for two years in a row, they should probably get ground before this season. Even if they do not have scratches, they are likely to have thermal damage and wear. This is ESPECIALLY true for race skis, which have likely seen a lot of action from hot irons and roto-implements used in racing.
Our coaches have some detailed knowledge of Junior skis from the past race season, so if you are a Junior and are interested to know if you’d benefit from some stonegrinding please reach out. Masters, don’t hesitate to reach out either!
So, how does this all work?
1) Fill out the form below to indicate # of pairs, grind options, and personal info by SEPTEMBER 30th
2) Deliver skis to Adam any time before SEPTEMBER 30th (reach out to coordinate a drop-off), or stop by the MNCC on Wednesday evenings between 5 and 8pm to drop-off at our headquarters!
3) Adam will drive skis down to Caldwell Sport, and pick them up when done (usually before Thanksgiving)
4) Individuals will be billed by the club and can submit payment via all our usual means (online form, or check made out to MNC)
5) Stonegrind cost includes rate for grinding, plus transport of skis to/from Putney and the involved labor/admin steps. Individual grinds from Caldwell Sport are $100/pair, but with a batch of skis from our club there should be a discount. The more skis we bring, the bigger the discount!
Skis will be returned to owners upon receiving payment
Need some suggestions for grinds? Zach helped lay out his best options for various numbers of skis and I have utilized that info on the form. If you only have one skate or classic pair, for example, chose the “Universal” option. Most of us, if we have a 2nd pair of either skate or classic, are utilizing a specific “warm” pair which is also an option to select.
MNC Caldwell Grind Order ’24
Looking for used skis, or looking to part with skis or gear? Mark your calendars for the MNC Ski and Gear Swap on October 12 (dropoff) and 13th (swap)
A typical MNC batch lined-up for loading and delivery in Adam’s garage!

Registration opens for Winter Programs
2024-10-01 09:00 - 17:00 | The Range, Jericho, VT, United States
Ready, Set, Ski!
Registration opens for winter programs.
Registration Page
(Don’t forget to sign up for your 24/25 MNC membership before registering for Winter Programs.)

3rd Annual MNC SKI AND GEAR SWAP
2024-10-12 16:00 - 2024-10-13 17:00 | Community Center Jericho
The MNC ski swap is BACK and will take place on Sunday, October 13th (drop-off Saturday, October 12th).
MNC Swap Page

Toko/Swix orders DUE
2024-10-20
ORDERS DUE BEFORE OCTOBER 21
We get some excellent discounts on Toko and Swix products via Skirack. How does it work?
Download the spreadsheets below…you’ll find three total:

Swix (general)
Toko (gloves, apparel, bags)
Toko (wax and tools)

Email your filled-out form directly to Laura at Skirack before October 21st.
lauraG@skirack.com
When orders come in, you will be contacted by Skirack to come to the store, pick up your orders, and complete payment.
Toko wax and tools RSNordic2425 (1)
Toko gloves RS Nordic Gloves 2425 (1)
Swix 2024_25 Team Nordic Pricing (1) (1)
And shortly after that due date (Oct 21), come back to Skirack for the MNC Fit Night on October 25th! There will be ski reps on hand to fit products, great special deals, snacks, and more!

Skirack Team Night!
2024-10-25 17:00 - 19:00
Skirack Team Night is Friday, October 25th!
This event is for the whole club- BKL youth, juniors and masters. MNC Coaches and Skirack staff will be on hand to answer questions.
Visit the store for great deals, and ski industry representatives on hand from:

Rossignol
Salomon
Fischer
Alpina

Stop into the store from 5-7pm to check it out!
(If you haven’t been into Burlington recently keep in mind that there is construction on Main St out in front of Skirack. The best way to get into the back Skirack parking lot is off Pine St from the south. Or park on Main St and walk to the store.)

NENSA Mt Greylock Hillclimb Rollerski Race
2024-11-02 - 2024-11-03
NENSA is hosting the annual Mount Greylock Hillclimb rollerski race on Sunday, November 3rd. A possible MNC trip to this event is in the works! We would depart on Saturday and train in the area, before staying overnight near Pittsfield and racing on Sunday morning.
Mt Greylock Hillclimb

BKL Fun Fall Friday #1
2024-11-08 15:45 - 16:45
We’ll play games, hike, do some dryland ski exercise and get outside for some exercise. It’s a great chance to meet coaches, other skiers and parents. These days are for parents and kids. Everyone is encouraged to join the groups!
Let us know if you are coming.
Friday, November 8th at Cochran’s in Richmond
Friday November 15nd at Mills Riverside Park, Rt. 15, Jericho
Friday, November 22nd, Mills Riverside Park, Rt. 15, Jericho

Time: 3:45 to 4:45. Bring your headlamp!
Fun Fall Fridays are free and completely optional.

Tomasi Meadow Trot
2024-11-10 | Tomasi Meadow, 6 Irish Settlement Rd, Underhill, VT, 05490, United States
Come out to the beautiful Tomasi Meadow in Underhill for a fun run that’s suitable for all ages and abilities!
Set in a picturesque meadow with Mt Mansfield looming, this event features a short kids race and an open 5km run.
2023 Photos!
Proceeds from this event go toward helping maintain and groom the trails in this field during the winter, where there is free skiing for all!
Sign up using the buttons below when registration goes online, either to race or to volunteer. Event starting time is 10 AM.
Stick around if you’d like to help out with some trail work to get the skiing in tip-top shape! Head Groomer extraordinaire Peter Davis has equipment and will put us to work leveling some ground and clearing the space for even better skiing. Work crew will gather after the conclusion of awards!
See you at the Tomasi Meadow on Sunday, November 10th!
REGISTER TO RACE
SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER
And they’re off! The 2023 edition of the Tomasi Meadow trot kicks off with the kids fun run (and a few older racers in hot pursuit!)
Tomasi Meadow trail work last year! Join us again after this year’s event to keep improving the skiing!

Annual Fund
2024-11-10 - 2024-11-30
MNC Annual Fund 2024
Help support the MNC Annual Fund Drive raising money for both the MNC Scholarship Fund and the General Fund.
• The Scholarship Fund helps skiers and families offset costs such as programming, race weekends and camps.
• The General Fund helps us expand our resources, coaching staff, club experiences, and race support.
MNC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and all donations are tax-deductible. Every contribution makes an impact, no matter how small or large! Thank you so much for considering a contribution to MNC.

BKL Fun Fall Friday #2
2024-11-15 15:45 - 16:45
We’ll play games, hike, do some dryland ski exercise and get outside for some exercise. It’s a great chance to meet coaches, other skiers and parents. These days are for parents and kids. Everyone is encouraged to join the groups! Let us know if you are coming.
Friday November 15th at Mills Riverside Park, Rt. 15, Jericho
The next one is Friday, November 22nd, Mills Riverside Park, Rt. 15, Jericho.

Time: 3:45 to 4:45. Bring your headlamp!
Fun Fall Fridays are free and completely optional.

Masters Social Queen City Brewery
2024-11-16 18:00 - 21:00
Masters Social at Queen City Brewery Saturday, Nov 16th 6 – 9 PM
This is always a fun pre-season night with pizza, beer, and plenty of friends. Bring yourself, your partner, and anyone else who is interested in finding out how much fun it is to be an MNC master skier!

BKL Fun Fall Friday #3
2024-11-22 15:45 - 16:45
We’ll play games, hike, do some dryland ski exercise and get outside for some exercise. It’s a great chance to meet coaches, other skiers and parents. These days are for parents and kids. Everyone is encouraged to join the groups!
Let us know if you are coming.
Friday, November 22nd, Mills Riverside Park, Rt. 15, Jericho

Time: 3:45 to 4:45. Bring your headlamp!
Fun Fall Fridays are free and completely optional.

BKL Parent Meeting
2024-12-03 19:00 - 20:00 | virtual
Our annual Parent Meeting is virtual and everyone is encouraged to join.
Parents will receive the meeting link in email.

BKL First Day of Practice
2024-12-05 03:45 - 17:15
Thurs, December 5 – First Day of Practice for JackRabbits, Arctic Foxes, Racers and Devos
location is TBD, depending on snow
Check the BKL Weekly Schedule link for updates

First BKL Practice- Penguins Group
2024-12-10 15:45 - 17:15
Thurs, December 10 – First Day of Practice for Penguins
location is TBD, depending on snow
Check the BKL Weekly Schedule link for updates

Masters Mini Camp @ Craftsbury
2024-12-15 09:30 - 16:00 | Craftsbury Outdoor Center, 555 Lost Nation Rd, Craftsbury Common, VT, 05827, United States
Our “Masters Mini Camp” is taking place on Sunday, December 15th at Craftsbury.
Join us for skiing in the morning, video review and lunch, discussions on technique and training, and more skiing in the afternoon. This event is available to all our Masters and is not an additional cost or fee! You can RSVP for the Masters Mini Camp below:
RSVP for Masters Mini Camp Dec 15th

BKL Last Practice before Holiday Break
2024-12-19 15:45 - 17:15
Have a great vacation. If you are planning to ski check out NENSA SKi Bingo.
Check the BKL Weekly Schedule link for program updates

BKL Practice Resumes
2025-01-02 15:45 - 17:15
