December 20 - 21, 2025
Salomon CXC Cup Race / Super Junior Qualifier
American Birkebeiner Trailhead, Cable, WI
Thank you for joining us! We were so proud to host the Salomon CXC Cup. It will be an epic weekend of early season racing in Cable, WI at Mt. Telemark Village! We are looking forward to hosting a Super JQ event this year!
ABSF is committed to working with US Ski and Snowboard to ensure the continued development of cross country skiing in the US, putting the US on the world level, and motivating all ages and levels to lead a healthy, active lifestyle.
Saturday Pictures
Sunday Pictures
Friday, December 19: Course preview
Saturday, December 20: Classic Sprint
1.3K – Male U16/U18/U20/Senior & Female U16/U18/U20/Senior
Sunday, December 21: Classic Mass Start
10K – Female U18/U20/Senior & Male U18/U20/Senior
7.5K – Female U16 & Male U16
* Schedule and distances subject to change
Schedule subject to change. Please check back often to see updates!
| Sunday Classic Mass Start Schedule | |
|---|---|
| 7:30am | Bib Pickup Open |
| 7:30am | Course open for testing |
| 8:00am | Course open for athletes |
| 9:00am | 10K U18/U20/Sr Women Mass Start |
| 9:45-10:10am | Course Open |
| 10:00 am | Women’s Podium Ceremony |
| 10:15am | 10K U18/U20/Sr Men Mass Start |
| 10:18am | Men’s second wave |
| 11:00am | Men’s Podium Ceremony |
| 11:00-11:25am | Course Open |
| 11:30am | 7.5K U16 Women Mass Start |
| 12:20-12:40am | Course Open |
| 12:30 pm | U16 Women’s Podium Ceremony |
| 12:30 – 2:30pm | Open ‘Try-It’ Biathlon Venue |
| 12:45pm | 7.5K U16 Men Mass Start |
| 1:30pm | U16 Men’s Podium Ceremony |
| *Subject to change | Dec 18, 2025 |
The Gitchi Gami Games are part of the Junior Cup & Youth Cup event series. The JNQ series is governed by Central Cross Country Skiing (CXC) and encourages young athletes from U8 to U23 age divisions to enjoy cross country skiing and develop their skills, whether they are new to the sport High School skiers, aspiring junior skiers who hope to compete at the top national and international levels, or are somewhere in between. Events mix Olympic-style competition with elements of learning and fun for all levels – from beginner racers to those with International experience.
Registration will close Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:00 pm for Gitchi Gami Games.
Please direct any specific registration questions regarding refunds, corrections, updates, etc. to CXC via email at info@cxcskiing.org or phone 608-294-0433.
Coaching staff, team service support and industry suppliers that require access to the “Field Of Play” (FOP) must register and be current members of U.S. Ski & Snowboard. This will allow access to the course (FOP) and stadium area as deemed appropriate by the Local Organizing Committee and jury. Personalized credentialed coaching bibs sent directly from U.S. Ski & Snowboard membership must be used or pick up a Coach bib at registration.
US Ski and Snowboard membership may be found here.
Team Coach Meeting will be held virtually at 6pm Friday night..
Last minute communications will be done through the WhatsApp app. Two coaches per team are allowed in the Group. Email brucemanske2011@gmail.com for information and access.
No indoor spaces are available for waxing. Please email jeff.tumbleson@birkie.com to request space at the venue. Limited power available.
Entry lists will be posted Thursday, December 18th after 6pm. Scratches and corrections will be accepted until 4pm on Friday. Start lists will be published at 6pm on Friday for Saturday races.
Ample parking is located in the large parking lot to the east of the venue. No parking is allowed at the finish line area or along the road way.
All of the races will start and finish at the American Birkebeiner Trailhead. Arrive at the start from Telemark Rd – take Hwy M east from Cable, take a right (south) on Telemark Rd. There is ample parking at the American Birkebeiner Trailhead.
Come warm-up at the Derksen Family Great Hall between races! Lakewoods Resort will be on-site selling concession items and hot meals between the hours listed above. Backroads Coffee will also be on-site with coffee, hot cocoa, and baked goods to keep you warm and caffeinated. Additional food and shopping will be available for sale at the Hub – visit the Birkie Store, Backroads, and the American Birkebeiner Museum!
UnTapped all natural gels, waffles, and hydration formulas provide athletes with sustained energy that is easily digestible, tastes great, and is free from the artificial flavors found in many popular energy products.
There are many great viewing places around the course! However, spectators are not allowed in the Field of Play and must stay off of the groomed course at all times.
2025 Saturday Results – 2025 Sunday Results
Saturday-3k-Overall
Saturday-5k-Overall
Saturday-10k-Overall
Saturday-15k-Overall
Sunday-3k-Overall
Sunday-5k-Overall
Sunday-10k-Overall
Contact Cable Chamber: 715-798-3833 or info@cable4fun.com
For questions:
OC Lead: Kristy Maki
Chief of Competition: Kristy Maki (kristy.maki@birkie.com)
Asst. Chief of Competition: Bruce Manske
Chief of Course: Jeff Tumbleson (jeff.tumbleson@birkie.com)
Chief of Control: Scott Wilson
Chief of Start: Jim Krueger
Race Secretary: Julie Reith
Online Registration Questions: CXC (info@cxcskiing.org) or (608) 294-0433
Press Coordinator: Shawn Connelly (shawn.connelly@birkie.com)
US Ski and Snowboard Technical Delegate: Matt Laue
US Ski and Snowboard Assistant TD: Mike Bono
