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How to pay for stonegrinding and parka embroidery

By on 21 November, 2024 in BKL Race Blog, Junior Blog, Masters Blog, Uncategorized

If you got your skis stoneground, or if you ordered an MNC parka (either a BKL parka or our new Maloja option) you can pay for both the grind(s) and embroidery at the link below!

Stonegrinding and embroidery: Fall ’24

Our stonegrinding batch was large enough to qualify for a 25% discount, so we only pay $75/pair as opposed to $100. Thanks to everyone who delivered skis to be worked on! Please contact Adam for ski pickup.

Embroidery (front and back) on all of our new jackets comes to $27/each. Thanks to Pumpkin Harbor Designs in Cambridge for this work…we have done embroidery here for years and highly recommend them!

We have several Maloja jackets available for purchase, with MNC logos and all! If you are interested in a women’s size Small or Medium “Basegela” jacket or a men’s size XS, Medium, or Large “Pikuj” jacket please reach out to Adam! 

Maloja Marzola jackets!

First ski of the season!

By on 18 November, 2024 in Junior Blog

There are articles all over the place discussing the proper “procedure” for the first day on snow. Lots of no-pole skiing…make sure to not get carried away and go to fast…incorporate drills for technique…BORING!

Our first day of skiing this year took place at the base of Stowe. Snowmaking crews had managed to put together a nice patch at the base area, with a ribbon of white a ways up one of the trails. With skate skis on it was myself, Mia, Astrid, James, and Jorgen who did a little slogging about 10 minutes up the climb. We looked back to see that the other two skiers that day, Jonah and Lorenzo, hadn’t made it past the first chairlift post: they had immediately pulled out an avalanche shovel and begun construction of a jump.

There they stayed, hard at work creating a booter to give them the first 360s of the season. And we didn’t linger on the uphill much longer either. Our first day on skis was primarily spent catching air, flinging snow, and sliding around on stomachs.

It was a lot of fun. As Jonah put it, “This is probably one of the best ways to get used to skis again. Lots of movement, challenging terrain, and skill development.” (or something like that).

I think it’s great that we can embrace snow for what it is sometimes, such as a few hundred meters of lumpy, crusty, icy crud. We are happy to let loose a bit and eschew the traditional dull, ritualistic grind of skiing kilometers in a line without our poles under coach scrutiny. And we just may be better, more fulfilled skiers for it!

QCB Masters Kickoff

By on 18 November, 2024 in Masters Blog

Our Masters got together on Saturday for a fun and friendly kickoff at Queen City Brewery/Pizza 44! This is a fun yearly event that brings lots of people together and gets us excited for the winter ahead.

Kort introducing the event to our gathered Masters group

It was great to have lots of delicious pizza and some good company! While there isn’t quite snow yet, we are definitely crossing our fingers for a cold and productive winter. We’re also excited to welcome Sara Falconer as our Masters head coach this year…not only is Sara not a Doctor of Physical Therapy, she’s also ready to help put together lots of great programs and ski sessions!

Our “Masters Mini Camp” is taking place on Sunday, December 15th at Craftsbury. Join us for skiing in the morning, video review and lunch, discussions on technique and training, and more skiing in the afternoon. This event is available to all our Masters and is not an additional cost or fee! You can RSVP for the Masters Mini Camp below:

RSVP for Masters Mini Camp Dec 15th

Thanks to everybody who came out to dinner and drinks, and thanks to QCB/Pizza 44 for hosting us!

 

BKL Info Nov 18-22: Our Last Fun Fall Friday

By on 18 November, 2024 in BKL Race Blog, BKL Training Schedule

Last week at the end of our practice we played Sharks and Minnows in the shadow of Mt. Mansfield with a full moon rising over us. It was a great end to the week.

What to Expect: We’ll start with a little hike or run, and do some dryland ski exercises. It’s a great chance to meet coaches, other skiers and parents. These days are for parents and kids. Everyone is encouraged to join the groups!

Let us know if you are coming.

Date: Friday, November 22nd, Mills Riverside Park, Rt. 15, Jericho (our last one for this season)

Time: 3:45 to 4:45. Bring your headlamp! Fun Fall Fridays are free and completely optional.

Look for a post on the BKL Weekly Schedule (listed under the BKL Kids tab on the website) with updated info each week.

Season Lease Equipment from MNC

We have quality gear that is perfect for Penguins and Jack Rabbits. We still have a good selection of season lease gear available – especially our classic no-wax equipment. Most of our skate skis have been rented out, but we have skate boots and pole. Classic no-wax is $89 per set and skate equipment is $109 per set.  More Info

Other Equipment Resources

SkiRack also has some season lease Equipment and upcoming Black Friday sales.

Play it Again Sports  in South Burlington can also be a great spot to purchase gear and as of last week they had a good selection of kids gear.

Front Porch Forum (make a post about what you are looking for) and Facebook Marketplace are also good resources.

MNC Apparel for Youth and Adults– Orders due online by November 30th 11:59pm

Great for BKL skiers, parents and supporters. This order includes sweatshirts, sweatpants, shirts, hats and more.

More Info and Online Order Form

*This year instead of team t-shirts we’re getting custom Mansfield Nordic neck gaiters  (like Buffs) for all BKL skiers and they should arrive in early January. So if your child needs a new t-shirt or sweatshirt you can check those out using the apparel order above.

BKL Parent Meeting Save the Date – Our annual Parent Meeting is Tuesday, December 3nd at 7pm. The meeting will be virtual and everyone is encouraged to join. I will send out a link and post on the MNC website (on the Weekly Schedule Page under BKL) after Thanksgiving.

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