2016 Arrowhead 135: Racing ‘Round the Clock

Written by Phillip Gary Smith
Published on February 25, 2016

Racing ‘Round the Clock so “When the clock strikes two, three and four,” those who finish first will be looking for more. 56-year-old Minnesota endurance athlete Jim Reed ties at the finish with another of the great endurance athletes, Tuscobia … Continue reading →

Yukon Charlie’s Racing Snowshoes Debut at 2016 USSSA National Snowshoe Championships

Written by Phillip Gary Smith
Published on February 21, 2016

What better way to introduce snowshoe racing models than elevating them to center stage. Yukon Charlie’s Snowshoes enters the 2016 United States Snowshoe National Championships as a contributing sponsor for their first foray into the country’s signature snowshoe event. This … Continue reading →

Tuscobia Hammers Racers as Hoberg Nails 150 Mile Run

Written by Phillip Gary Smith
Published on January 20, 2016

In the year setting the lowest finish-rate for Tuscobia Winter Ultra’s signature 150-mile run, Scott Hoberg tamed the trail tundra in a blazing record 44:44. This mark shines more amazing when considering the added mileage with the start now in … Continue reading →

6 Weapons for the Wimpy: Soreness Recovery Post Competition

Written by Phillip Gary Smith
Published on December 10, 2015

So you’re no polar bear? Say goodbye to aches and pains including the dread from stepping into, then sitting upon an ice-covered stream or ice-bath. Instead yell hello to the warmth, relief and comfort provided by these weapons for the … Continue reading →

Snowshoeing in Europe

Written by Hilary Sharp
Published on November 21, 2015

My name’s Hilary Sharp, I’m an International Mountain Leader (Trekking Guide) and for the last 25 years I’ve run my own business guiding snowshoeing and hiking in the European Alps.

I wanted to showcase our European Alps, in the snow, … Continue reading →

Readying for the Challenge of Snowshoe Racing

Written by Phillip Gary Smith
Published on November 4, 2015

So how does a scuba diver enter the cold waters of snowshoe racing? That question came from a Twin Cities athlete seeking a challenge to seriously pursue in winter. Look no further, you found it: just dive in.

She asked … Continue reading →

Snowshoeing in Grindelwald in the Swiss Alps

Written by Ian Spare
Published on September 23, 2015

The Schwarzhorn peak above Grindelwald in the Jungfrau region of the Swiss Alps is a great place for snowshoeing. Grindelwald itself is a short train ride from Interlaken which is major destination for visiting travellers. In summer and winter, the … Continue reading →

Cindy Brochman 2015

Written by Paul Wowk
Published on August 16, 2015

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The Road to Hrimthurs: “Weeping Bitter Tears of Rage”

Written by Phillip Gary Smith
Published on July 4, 2015

The most difficult individual award of the winter, winning entry to The Order of the Hrimthurs, relates to achieving that prize. It is an individual recognition, the best kind, only available to those who do the maximum distances of … Continue reading →

The Most Fantastic Finish! Dion USSSA National Women’s Championship Eau Claire, Wisconsin

Written by Phillip Gary Smith
Published on March 23, 2015

When the 80 finishers of the Women’s Senior 10 km Dion USSSA National Championships lined up for their event in Eau Claire, not one guessed they had found themselves in a race of historic proportions; particularly Brandy Erholtz of Evergreen, … Continue reading →