Craftsbury has continued to be the go-to spot for Nordic skiers in our area…the things they are able to accomplish is phenomenal, especially when snow is concerned.
This past weekend the Junior group spent both Saturday and Sunday up at the Outdoor Center, which now boasts a 2.5k loop with pristine conditions suitable for race skis. On Saturday, some of the Comp Team joined up with St Mikes for a classic timetrial, while those who raced the HS event earlier in the week did some L3 classic intervals. T
Speaking of, that first HS race was a big showing for MNC racers who really commanded the scene with Aidan and Kai going 1-2 for men, and Ali and Rose going 1-2 for women! Sammie and Lily also skied strongly and showed that the Pugs are not to be taken lightly this season!
Harwood High School Race Results
On Sunday conditions improved even more, and Kai, Baxter, and Dakota (the U18 gang) was able to put in a solid 2.5 hour skate ski with speeds. Making the effort to get in a longer (2+hr) continuous ski most weeks is a goal this winter, mainly to make sure we hold fitness and keep up the volume enough to be able to pull back when needed.
Baxter, Kai and Dakota skiing lap after lap!
“Pulling back” will happen a bit this week as we keep the sessions relatively short and prepare for the first Eastern Cup in Fort Kent! It’s a big start to the season, with a huge MNC squad attending despite the insane distance and travel. Good signs of a positive season to come!
