December 19 - 20, 2026 Salomon CXC Cup Race / Super Junior Qualifier American Birkebeiner Trailhead, Cable, WI
The Midwest’s Premier Junior Ski Race Weekend
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.
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!
Friday, December 19: Course Preview
12:00pm-4:00pm: Sprint/Distance Course Preview
6:00pm: Team Captains Meeting (Virtual)
Sunday, December 21: Classic Mass Start
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.
Salomon CXC Junior Cup Registration
Registration is closed. If you need Field of Play access, please email kristy.maki@birkie.com.
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.
Coaches
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 Coaches Meeting
Team Coach Meeting will be held virtually at 6pm Friday night..
WhatsApp Group
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.
Venue Access and Parking
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.
Getting to the Start
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.
Lakewoods Resort Concessions
Saturday: 11:00 am-1:00 pm
Sunday: 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Backroads Coffee
Saturday: 7:00 am-2:00 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am-2:00 pm
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!
Spectator Information
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.
