Martin Schrama's Hornby Update

On Monday at some ridiculously early time we crammed ourselves in the team van and headed to Hornby Island for a short team bonding trip.

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New CVTC Team Video

A new video for your viewing pleasure.  Some great shots of the summer training sessions from team 2012-13.

Callaghan Valley Training Centre Team Named for 2013/14 Season

The Callaghan Valley Training Centre team for 2013/14 has now been selected and confirmed.  The athletes are:

Athletes:
Sebastien Dandurand, Canmore Nordic Ski Club, AB
Martin Schrama, Whistler Nordic Ski Club, BC
Paul Dupuis, Canmore Nordic Ski Club, AB
Geoffrey Richards, Black Jack Ski Club, BC
Colin Foley, Nakkertok Nordic, ON
Andrew Avis, Highlands Trailblazers, ON
Sam Morris, Hollyburn Cross Country Ski Club, BC
Benjamin Osorio, Arrowhead Nordic Ski Club, ON
Liam Patterson, Big Thunder Nordic Ski Club, ON

Martin Schrama Launches a Blog!

So I have finally started to write a blog. With all the blogs I have read I've noticed that mostly I just look at the pictures and don't read the long dreary paragraphs, so I promise to keep it full of pictures and videos, but I may include some words.

http://martinschrama.blogspot.ca/

Skis for Every Bag

By: Graham Maclean

What are the most important skis for every ski bag?  We asked Wax and Ski Guru, Graham Maclean and he recommended that each aspiring ski racer (or serious recreational skier) have at least one pair of each:
- Universal skate ski (works in the cold, can add hand structure for warm conditions)
- Klister classic skis
- Cold hard wax classic skis
- Hairies (or rub) skis

... and don't forget rock skis for early or late season training - one pair each for classic and skate.

What does a Coach Look For?

What does CVTC Coach Chris Manhard look for in an athlete?  Here are his top-5 attributes, in no particular order:

* Dedication
* Mental Toughness
* Physical Talent
* Personality (ability to be serious during training but also relax and laugh at the right times)
* Trust (in the program and progress)

 

2013-14 NDC Application Process

Expression of interest for NDC selection is required for athletes who are interested in being considered for NDC selection for the 2013-14 season.

NDC selection process, guidelines and application process are outlined in the 2012-13 NST Selection Criteria 19.0: http://www.cccski.com/National-Ski-Team/Selection-Criteria/2012-13-NST-Selection-Criteria-(15-Sept-2012).aspx

2013 Ski Nationals - Day 8

The CVTC finished the Ski Nationals week with another bronze medal for Sebastien Dandurand.  Dandurand, who won medals in the middle distance skate and classic events, found himself in a sprint finish in the 30 km free technique alongside his teammate, Colin Ferrie.  Dandurand finished a close 3rd and Ferrie ended up 5th.  The other two juniors competing for CVTC, Stefan Sander-Green and Fred Weaver, finished 17th and 33rd, respectively.  Paul Dupuis did not finish.

Waxing For Spring

By: Graham Maclean

Waxing for classic skiing is rarely simple in the sea-to-sky corridor but it gets even more gnarly with the heat of spring sun hits the snow.  "Hairies" or "rub" skis do not perform to their full potential on glazed, icy tracks and the dread-wax Klister becomes the tool of choice.  Putting klister on the skis (or taking it off) will never be a pleasant experience, but here are some tips for making it a bit more bearable.

2013 Ski Nationals - Day 7 - Rest Day

If you're not in a position to get a massage, the next best thing is stretching.  Chris Manhard, CVTC coach, is a registered massage therapist and a huge advocate of stretching and flexibility for athletes.  We caught up with him on the last rest day of Nationals to inquire about the best body parts to stretch to recover from the past days of hard classic racing.

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