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Week 8: H is for Highs and Lows
Highs and lows are a big thing for ski racers. To keep myself sane, I often find myself trying to match a “high” to every “low” in a day. I […]
Week 7: G is for Gus Kaeding
This week I got the chance to interview Gus Kaeding, an old coach of mine as well as a past classic Birkie winner (the same year he beat Norweigan champion […]
Week 6: F is for Firetower Food Station
Instead of featuring an individual for this week’s Birkie Countdown, week 6 will highlight the famous Firetower Food Station. Located 150 yards from the highest elevation in the race, only […]
In Memory of Dave Nelson
October 9, 2014 –Hayward, WI The American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation is sad to inform you that Dave Nelson, our long-time friend, supporter, Birchlegger and board member, passed away peacefully yesterday […]
Just Over 500 Spots Left
Before Registration Closes for the 2015 Swix American Birkebeiner! HAYWARD, Wisconsin (October 8, 2014) – It must be that crisp snap in the air and the first snowfall of the […]
Week 5: E is for Ernie St. Germaine
Ernie St. Germaine is a Birkie Legend and Founder. He has never missed a single racing of the Birkie, making his total race tally 41. And there is no stopping […]
Week 4: D is for Diggins
This was a fun week for the Birkie Countdown. I’m lucky enough to have Jessie Diggins as a team- and housemate, so interviewing her is getting a sneak peak into […]
Runners Embrace New Course at the Birkie Trail Run & Trek
Addition of singletrack produces fast winning times A special Report by Tom Held Sunday, September 28, 2014 6:56 AM Craig Cardinal finished seventh in the first Birkie Trail & Trek […]
Week 3: C is for Caitlin Compton Gregg
Working our way through the alphabet, we’ve arrived at “C.” There really was no question in mind what to say and who to interview for week 3. Caitlin Compton Gregg […]
Week 2: B is for Birkebeiner
If I’ve learned anything in 22 years of life, it is history can produce the best stories. The history behind the Birkebeiner is filled with adventure, suspense and a semblance […]
