Fischer Announces Exceptional Pre-Season Nordic Sales; Launches Offtrack Category for More Ways to Enjoy the Sport
October 24, 2011

Today, Fischer Skis announced an increase of more than 20% in pre-season sales of Nordic ski products as cross country skiing experiences a surge in popularity across the nation. There are now more than 4.5 million cross country skiers in the U.S. Fischer is also launching a new category called Offtrack skiing for individuals seeking adventure straight out their back door. Offtrack skis are specifically designed for easy control and all-around enjoyment in any ungroomed terrain. Now there are more ways than ever to enjoy Nordic skiing.

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Fischer Skis Unveils New Web Site at www.fischersports.com
October 12, 2011

Featuring expanded product information, 14 new videos, a global dealer locator and unlimited free high-res photos, the new Fischer Skis Web site is a one-stop resource for anyone looking for information – and inspiration – related to Alpine and Nordic skiing.

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WWW.SKIWALKING.COM LLC And The American Nordic Walking System Relocates To Empire, Michigan
September 1, 2011

The American Nordic Walking System and SKIWALKING.COM are North America's leading Nordic Walking Company. World Headquarters has moved from Glen Arbor, Michigan to Empire, Michigan

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Fischer Skis and Swix Sport Bring World-Class Talent to Cross Country Ski Areas Association Annual Conference
April 6, 2011

Fischer and Swix announced they are sponsoring the participation of U.S. Ski Team members, Fischer ski and Swix pole athletes Kikkan Randall, Kris Freeman and Andy Newell at the 2011 Cross Country Ski Areas Association (CCSAA) Annual Conference at the Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort, April 12-14. The three Olympians’ participation offers conference attendees as well as local Masters and Juniors Nordic enthusiasts the rare opportunity to meet and ski with the best cross country racers the U.S. has to offer.

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Fischer Skis and Boots Dominate the Nordic World Ski Championships with Record Number of Medals
March 30, 2011

Today, Fischer announced that its skis and boots dominated the 2011 Nordic World Ski Championships. Overall, 71% of the ski medals and 32% of the boot medals went to athletes who choose to compete on Fischer equipment. Furthermore, Kikkan Randall's third place finish in the overall sprint was the best ever by a U.S. Nordic sprint athlete.

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Fischer Skis Announces Athletes Named to the 2011 World Championship Team
January 18, 2011

Fischer Skis announced today that eight of the fourteen athletes selected to the 2011 U.S. Cross Country World Championship team choose to compete on Fischer Skis. The eight Fischer skiers competing in Oslo, Norway, at the famed Holmenkollen venue will be led by Kikkan Randall, the 2009 World Championship Silver Medalist.

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News: Fischer Revolutionizes Backcountry Skiing with Nordic Rocker Camber
January 3, 2011

Fischer Skis has launched the industry’s first backcountry skis with Nordic Rocker Camber. By incorporating rocker technology into its new S-Bound 98 and 112 models, Fischer delivers unprecedented control, improved float and reduced deflection to skiers for unparalleled performance. Both models are available in retail shops now.

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Fischer Skis and the City of Lakes Loppet Announce Two-year Partnership
December 7, 2010

Today, Fischer Skis announced a new, two-year commitment as a sponsor for the City of Lakes Loppet (Minneapolis, Minn.). As part of the collaboration, 25 sets of Fischer junior equipment will go to the City of Lakes Loppet Foundation to support introductory skiing to economically disadvantaged youth throughout the twin cities.

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Fischer Launches the First Nordic Skis with a Natural Basalt Core
November 29, 2010

Fischer Skis announced today it has launched the first Nordic skis with a natural basalt core for remarkable effects on ski weight and performance. Available on four ski models, Fischer’s new Air Core Basalight technology significantly reduces weight to deliver a superior cross country skiing experience. Furthermore, replacing conventional fiberglass with volcanic basalt fibers supports the environment.

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Fischer Skis Introduces New RCS Carbonlite Skating Race Boot
November 15, 2010

Today, Fischer Skis announced its new RCS Carbonlite Skating Race Boot is now available at retail locations nationwide. The boot, which won more medals at the 2010 Vancouver Winter Games than any other, is designed to deliver breakthrough performance to Nordic racers.

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Fischer Skis Brings the Most Successful Cross Country Skis and Boots from 2010 Vancouver Games to 33 Demo Centers Nationwide
November 1, 2010

Fischer Skis announced today it will host Carbonlite Demo Centers at 33 retail locations nationwide bringing skiers everywhere the opportunity to try and buy the most successful cross country skis and boots from the 2010 Vancouver Winter Games. RCS Carbonlite skis and boots won more medals than any other brand in Vancouver in 2010.

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Fischer Skis Announces Athlete Signings
September 8, 2010

Today, Fischer Skis announced that five of the seven U.S. Ski Team cross-country athletes have chosen to race on Fischer skis for the next two years. Fischer veterans Kikkan Randall, Andy Newell and Kris Freeman will be joined by newcomers Morgan Arritola and Simeom Hamilton to compete on the winningest Nordic ski brand in the world.

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REAL Nordic Walking Poles From SWIX and EXEL Are Helping Wounded Warriors Move
August 13, 2010

Perfect length Nordic Walking Poles help us to automatically walk with a super straight back - better walking posture is biomechanically a good thing. This improved walking posture when combined with the unique 4-Wheel-Drive type action of walking with poles radically reduces the stress to the shins, knees, hips and back. Nordic Walking is low impact and yet provides a highly effective workout - burning more calories and working more muscle groups than regular walking.

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Welcome To The New " Equipment & Supplier News" Area!
July 30, 2010

Introducing a new area of the CCSAA website for ski areas and supplier businesses to post their news.

Nordic Walking Poles From WWW.SKIWALKING.COM and The American Nordic Walking System Can Help To Get You Ready for Ski Season
July 30, 2010

Cross country ski racers have been ski walking and hill bounding with poles for decades as a means to get a jump-start on ski season during the summer or when ever deprived of snow. And now Nordic Walking Poles can help you to get a jump-start on ski season too.

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