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Bow Valley Masters Cup 1

Join us in the Bow Valley Masters Cup 1, November 29,2026 CNC OR Confederation Park based on Conditions!

Alberta Cup 1 & 2 – Canmore, AB

Join us for the Alberta Cup 1&2 December 19,20 2027 at the Canmore Nordic Center!

Bow Valley Masters Cup 2

Join us in the Bow Valley Masters Cup 2, January 10th, 2027 at the Canmore Nordic Center !

Alberta Cup 3 & 4 – Calgary, AB

Join us for the Alberta Cup 3&4 at Confederation Park, Calgary January 16&17, 2027!

Nipika Loppet

We are excited to be a part of the Nipika Loppet weekend Jan 23 2027!

Alberta Cup 5 & 6 – Edmonton, AB

Join us for the Alberta Cup 5 & 6 January 30,31 2027 in Edmonton. See you there!

HuckleBerry Loppet

The 29th annual Huckleberry Loppet will take place on January 30–31, 2027, hosted by the Golden Nordic Ski Club at the Dawn Mountain Nordic Centre in Golden, British Columbia.

Spud Valley Loppet – Pemberton, BC

Spud Valley Loppet – Local annual classic technique race... It’s an event for the whole family!

Canadian Ski Marathon

Canadian Ski Marathon is a cross-country ski adventure that changes people’s lives. Join the adventure February 5-7, 2027!

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Masters World Cup
Tromsø, Norway – Tromsø Ski Stadium
February 26th – March 4th, 2027

Race Program

Thursday, February 25: Arrival and unofficial training
Friday, February 26: Official training, opening ceremony
Saturday, February 27: Middle distance – classic and freestyle
Sunday, February 28: Short distances – classic and freestyle
Monday, March 1: Rest day. Experience Tromsø!
Tuesday, March 2: Relays
Wednesday, March 3: Long distance freestyle
Thursday, March 4: Long distance classic. Closing ceremony and banquet
Friday, March 5: Return trip

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Alberta Masters Cross Country Ski Association

About Us

The Alberta Masters Cross Country Ski Association serves to promote Masters Skiing across Alberta. The mission is to advocate and promote the physical, mental, and social benefits of cross-country skiing among its members.

The goal of this site is to act as a hub for all aspects of masters skiing, from recreational skiers to racing. Membership provides a common thread of information and promotes social interaction between members across the province.

Become a Member

This association exists only because of its members! Your membership fees help enhance all aspects of Masters skiing provincially and nationally.

To become a member of the Alberta Masters you must be 30 years of age or older and pay the annual membership fee of $35. $20 of this will be sent to Canadian Masters and entitles members to participate in the Masters World Cup which is held on an annual basis, as well as to participate in any Provincial Masters events.

Fischer Factory Select Program

Fischer Factory Select - Bullet Points Fischer Boots 2024 Speedmax boot is 900g for a pair 2025 Speedmax 9 Boa boot is 990g for a pair, mainly the 4 Boas with the weight. The carbon-fused cuff vs the carbon used on the 2024 has a negligible effect on the weight and performance. The Speedmax 7 boot has top performance, not as light as the Speedmax 9 may feel a bit warmer Fischer Base 31 (the new cold) and the 28 (plus) The new 31 cold base is rated for -2 and lower. It outperforms the A5 previously used as a cold base and has a wider range of temperatures, like the 28 does The reason why the 702 comes with cold for the FA select skis is that firmer conditions come with colder temperatures I think the graphite content is typical for a cold base, but higher for a plus base,...

Salomon S/Lab/ Select Factory Order

S/LAB SELECT PROGRAM INFO: Salomon S/LAB Select Program – Be Treated Like a World Cup Athlete! General Program Notes: All skis are designed in Annecy, France Ski production and selection is from the factory in Altenmarkt, Austria The World Cup S/LAB skis are exactly the same as retail skis – so you have the opportunity to get the same level of ski as our top World Cup athletes! Deadline for orders: May 1st 2025. The team will be picking skis for Canada mid-May so it’s imperative that you get ski orders in before the deadline! Pricing includes: S/LAB Ski Selection by World Cup technician + bindings + World Cup grind Taxes & Shipping not included in the price S/LAB Skis There are 3 main flex constructions for Salomon: Universal, Blue and Red Universal Flex: Excels in hard to medium track conditions – whether snow is warm OR cold Skate skis: Stiffer tip & tail...

Nordic Ski Lab Masters Training Group!

I recently had a great conversation with Kim of the Nordic Ski Lab regarding their latest offering of a Masters Training Group. This offering appears to me fills a void in for all masters who's schedule may not fit the traditional masters club model or those who want to have a structured plan with accountability while also being flexible. Here are some of the details. Join NORDIC SKI LAB TRAINING CLUB for: Professional training plansTake the guesswork out of your training. We build the plan. You customize it, with our help. Training plans are written jointly by our certified physiologist and the Head Coach. It is easy to adjust to your schedule and goals, providing a perfect mix of flexibility and accountability. The training plan is delivered via the TrainingPeaks app, including a free Premium subscription. Expert ski technique instructionTechnique instruction is a top priority in the Training Club. Coach Dasha, 2x...

Welcome Bow Valley Nordic

Alberta Masters Association is happy to announce it's newest member Bow Valley Nordic! Coach Colin and I quickly touched base last week and this is what he had to say about the new club. It is with great enthusiasm that I announce a new club called Bow Valley Nordic Ski Club. Bow Valley Nordic is a group for young-at-heart cross-country skiers based in the Bow River corridor in Southern Alberta. We make tracks in Calgary, Canmore, Bragg Creek, Kananaskis, Banff, Lake Louise, and beyond. We are inspired by crisp winter days gliding on freshly groomed ski trails with like-minded friends. Our goal is affordable and inclusive adult social skiing, group training and private ski lessons. Lead by Coach Colin (formerly of the Foothill Masters program), the club boasts a team of professionally certified Nordic coaches and instructors that will help you breeze through any climb or majestically glide longer and...

Pacific NW Race Series 2024/25

We are pleased to announce TWO new events as part of the series for 2024/25! The Pacific Northwest Loppet Series is pleased to announce the addition of two new events for the 2024/25 season. The Reino Keski Salmi Loppet located in Larch Hills and running in the middle of January. This event has a very successful 40 year history in the local community and we are pleased to have them join our series. The qualifying event is the 34km classic. The Yukon Ski Marathon is set on the beautiful trails of Whitehorse, Yukon Territory, Canada. The qualifying event is the 45km free. Results 2024 (Final) Results 2023 (Final) How to Win (this isn't just for the young!) Well, of course we think you win by showing up and finishing all these great events. But if you want to win a cool prize then you need to be one of the top...

Alberta Masters Interest Survey

2 minute Masters Interest Survey!

2023 Tawatinaw On-Snow Provincial Open Camp

Nordiq Alberta is proud to host the Tawatinaw On-Snow Provincial Open Camp. This camp is open to the entire province and cross-country ski community. The camp will be held from Friday, December 1st to Sunday, December 3rd. This provincial camp is open to skiers of all skill levels and all age categories. Whether you are a beginner wanting to improve your skills or a Master looking to refine your technique, this camp is for you! See below for more information and to Register. CLICK HERE!

Study on Coaching Adults/Masters Athletes – 30 Minute Survey for Adult Athletes

The Masters sport research team (Canadian researchers from Cape Breton University, the University of Ottawa, and the University of Lethbridge) is recruiting adult (Masters) athletes to participate in our new study that is interested in adult athletes' preferences for coaching practices. Adult athletes will be asked to complete an online survey which takes approximately 30 minutes to complete. By completing the survey, we will gain an understanding of how adult athletes prefer coaching practices across a sporting season. CLICK TO COMPLETE 30 MIN SURVEY!

Canmore Nordic Ski Swap

Clean out your garage and storage shed and sell & buy gear in usable condition. When: October 28th – 29th, 2023Where: Bill Warren Training Centre, Canmore Nordic Centre Early Bird Ticket Sales -Saturday October 28th, 2023 from 9am to 12pm at Bill Warren Training Centre.-Early Bird Ticket Sales: $10 per person, 100 people max.Consignee Drop off -Saturday October 28th, 2023 from 9am to 12pm at Bill Warren Training Centre.Sale -Sunday October 29th, 2023, from 9am to 12pm-8:30am for Early bird ticketsCheque Pickup and Return Unsold Gear -Sunday October 29th, 2023, from 2pm – 4pmQuestions? Contact Hugh Simson hughsimson1@gmail.com

Nordiq Alberta Roller Ski Camp

Nordiq Alberta is proud to host the Provincial Open Camp - Roller ski Edition! This camp is open to the entire province and cross-country ski community. The camp will be held Friday July 28 to Sunday July 30, 2023. This provincial camp is open to skiers of all skill levels and all age categories. Whether you are a beginner wanting to improve your skills or a Master looking to refine your technique this camp is for you! Camp Objectives: The camp based program is designed to provide athletes at all levels training and learning opportunities in a group and team atmosphere. The camp is a roller ski camp with an emphasis on agility on roller skis, basic technique skills, speed and endurance. Objectives Team Building / Meeting skiers outside of your club Fun on roller skis Technique, agility, and speed on roller skis Endurance Training – Long Easy Distance (volume) Strength Location: Camrose,...

Salomon S/Lab/ Select Factory Order

S/LAB SELECT PROGRAM INFO: CLICK HERE S/LAB SELECT ORDER FORM attached – deadline is May 6th … SKIS ARE CUSTOM SELECTED FOR THE SKIER BASED ON THEIR COMMENTS ON THE ORDER FORM – SO BE SPECIFIC! ALL SKIS INCLUDE PRICE OF THE WC GRIND (INFO ON INFO PACK LINK ABOVE) RETAIL PRICES QUOTED ON ORDER FORM PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LOCAL SALOMON RETAIL PARTNER FOR ORDERS. NOTE THAT ANY DISCOUNTS ARE UP TO THE PARTNER RETAILER TO DECIDE FW23 SLAB-SELECT ORDER FORM CLUB Download

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Masters World Cup Tromsø, Norway – Tromsø Ski Stadium February 26th – March 4th, 2027