TUNA News THE UTAH NORDIC ALLIANCE NEWSLETTER NOVEMBER 2001

Soldier Hollow is getting "ready to roll"

At, by John Aalberg

-the time of this writing, it is about lour months until the opening ceremony of the 2002 Olympic Winter Games, or to the start of the first competition at Soldier Hollow, ihe Olympic and Paralympic Cross-Cotiniry and Biathlon venue.

The first Olympic Gold medal of the 2002 Gaines will he awarded al Soldier Hollow, to the winner of the women's 15 km Cross-Country mass-start race, which ends al about 9:45 am on Saturday. February 9th. Thai a woman wins the lirsi medal of ihe 2002 Games may be appropriate, since it will have been exactly 50 years since the first women were allowed to participate in an Olympic Cross-Country skiing event, in the 1952 Olympic Games in Oslo. Norway.

There arc. of course, many other remarkable dates and events surrounding ihe Olympic history, as well as many memorable days in the relatively short history of Soldier Hol­low. The most memorable days are still lo come, during the days of February 9-24 and March S-1 (•>. 2002.

In ihe four-year history of the Soldier Hollow Olympic and Paralympic site, this amazing piece of land has been trans­formed from cow-clad meadows, sagebrush, oak. and rows of willow trees into the nation's most talked about recreational and World-class winter (and summer) competition and training area for Cross-Country skiing. The World has already seen lasl winter's World Cup competitions from Soldier Hollow on their TV screens, and together with the athletes enjoyed the open landscape, course layout, friendly atmosphere, beautiful Day Lodge and western culture. However, the final months' Games build-out and site-preparation for the Olympic and Paralympic Games will surprise even Ihe regular visitor to the area.

A steady stream of Olympic and Paralympic athletes, or hopefuls, have been training at the venue this summer. Cross­country medal favorites, such as Katarina Neumanova from the Czech Republic. Julia Tchepalova from Russia, Becky Scoti from Canada and Bente Skari from Norway all roller-skied or ran the upcoming winter's competition trails. Biathletes from all over the country have moved into the Heber Valley area to train on the Olympic biathlon range, and can be seen every morning and evening at the venue.

Although most of the venue's competition trails and sport areas were finished prior lo last year's World Cup events, the

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venue's sport staff has been fine-liming these areas all summer. The snowmaking system has been expanded, brush and over­hanging branches have been cut and removed, trails have been mowed and new access rouies created for snowmobile traffic and spectator paths along and in-between ihe existing competi­tion trails. Important improvements to the range and stadium in-lields have also been done, such to improve the spectator en­joyment as well as the working conditions for the coaches and the hundreds of sporl volunteers that will occupy ihe venue in February.

However, ihe most noticeable changes at Soldier Hollow this summer are ihe effects of the temporary Olympic and Paralympic Games" buildup. As today's visitors are driving into Soldier Hollow, they first notice the work to re-construct the old and picturesque Tale Barn, as well as the new train plat­form that will allow ihe Heber Creeper lo unload Games' spec­tators. The next noticeable project is the large double-fenced area thai will hold bison from Antelope Island. The bison will introduce Games' spectators and volunteers to the Western fla­vor that ihe Soldier Hollow Management Team has put in

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IN THIS ISSUE Nordic Scene 2 WCS Season Pass.... 2 Mtn Dell Track 3 Soldier Hollow 5 Olympic Stadium 6

SoHo Fundraiser 7 Tour of the Month ... 12 TUNA Juniors 8-9 Mtn Challenge.... 14-15 U of U Ski Team 10 New Gear 16-18 Yuri Rental Info 11 West Yellowstone ... 20

Avalanche Journal .. 22 Salmon Bake 23 Race Schedule 23 Membership Info 24

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The Nordic Scene by Dave Hanscom

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Once again it's Indian Summer in Utah, and the foliage is truly incredible. I hiked the Strawberry Ridge last Sunday

amidst some of the most spectacular aspens I've ever seen. De­spite the drought (or maybe because of it) many of the leaves were orange, rather than ihe usual gold color. Definitely a match for the Vermont autumns I used lo know and love.

When you read this, the leaves will be long gone, and we'll be eagerly wailing for Ihe snow in the Uintas to he deep enough to pull out the "real" skis and give them a new coat of wax. Hopefully we won't have to deal with the rolling variety much longer.

Wasatch Citizens Series As I mentioned in the last issue of TUNA News, Mountain

Athletics ™ by Timherland will be our title sponsor for two more winters. Thanks to their continued support, we won't have to raise the enlry fees this season.

And ihanks to the support of so many of you. we've decided to make a major change in the structure of the series. Willi 30-40 racers in some of the classes last winter, we decided that it's time for us lo switch to 5-year age groups. (Just for the record.

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it's not because 1 don't want to have to race against Noaker and Gibson. I moved oul of iheir class even with the former 10-year groups.)

Il looks like most of our product sponsors are on board again this year, so the post-race drawings will be as good as ever. We could use a couple more lunch sponsors, however. If your employer, or some oilier organization with which you're affiliated, would be willing to donate $300 to the series, please let me know ASAP. We'll put their logo on our posters and flyers if 1 hear from you soon enough, and they'll at least ap­pear in the remaining issues of TUNA News.

Once again, we plead with all of you racers lo preregister for the WCS using Ihe form that appears in this issue of TUNA News. It must be sent in by December 10 in order for us to gel you into the database before ihe first event. This will help im­mensely when everyone arrives al the same time for the first race at Soldier Hollow on December 15.

As usual, we're still looking for a few more volunteers to help out with the WCS. In particular, we need someone lo lake care of the awards, both for individual races anil for the sea­son. Please call me (435-649-3213 any evening) if you have ideas and lime to follow up on them. We also need people to distribute posters and flyers later this month.

Other News The first race of ihe season will he the While Pine/TVJNA

Relay on Saturday, December 8 (snow depth permitting). This will be ihe only relay this year due to the incredibly busy schedule of Olympic and Paralympic events in February and March. The relays are intended to he fun races, with teams consisting of three people, each skiing five kilometers. (They'll put you on a team if you don't have one.) The first person on each learn uses classical technique, and the lasl two may skate. Each racer has a handicap based upon performance in previous relays (or age if this is your lirsl relay). After the handicaps have been subtracted from everyone's time, any team can be a winner. In fact, the lirst one lo cross the finish line seldom ends up in first place.

I've received messages from a couple of our neighbors to ihe north who are planning to hold races this winter and would like to persuade some of you to make the trip to their areas. The Pioneer Cross Country Ski Race will lake place at Soda Springs, Idaho, just across the border from Utah, on Saturday. January 19. More information will appear in the next couple of issues of TUNA News on that.

The other event is ihe annual Potato Cup race at Ihe Mink Creek Ski Area near Pocatello. Idaho, which will be held dur­ing ihe Olympics on February 16. If you want an excuse lo gel oul of town during the Big Event, here's your opportunity. They promise less traffic than the roads to White Pine anil Soldier Hollow that weekend. Again, more details will be forthcoming.

NOVEMBER 2001 TUNA NEWS

The Utah Nordic Alliance (TUNA) is a nonprofit organization which supports Nordic skiing in all its forms in the state of Utah. The club offers its members discounts on equipment and ski passes at participating local merchants, as well as dis­counts on races and social events. Members also receive TUNA Wevvs which is published seven times a year. Membership starts September 1 and expires the following September 1.

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HEROES WANTED Do you want to be a hero? Do you want to be the envy of

your friends and neighbors'? Do you like skiing on wel l -groomed (racks?

Then volunteer to be a "track groomcr for the

T U N A ski track at Mountain Del l . We need volunteers to drive the snowmobile

and set the track this winter. No experience is necessary. We wi l l leach you everything you need to know. I l just takes about three hours every other week. Being a hero is not so hard. A l l it takes is a little effort, warm boots and a love of snow. I f you think you might be interested in doing some grooming and impressing all your skier friends, please contact Barry Makarewicz al 485-7568 or email: bmakarewiczls hotmail.com.

Mountain Dell Ski Track By Barry Makarewicz

T U N A , wi th the cooperation of the Salt Lake City Go l f division and our volunteer grootners, will be setting track at Mountain Dell gol f course again this winter. This track is provided and maintained solely through the ef­forts of T U N A volunteers. The convenient location and economical irack usage make Mountain Dell an ideal place lo ski. The suggested donations for Hack use w i l l remain the same as years past: $3 donation per day. For people who use the track on a regular basis, T U N A is of-ferine a Mountain Dell Season Pass:

, a S E 4 s 0 $50 donat ion for frequent user (2 or more t imes per week)

S30 donat ion for weekly user (1 time per week)

Please show your support by mail ing in ihe completed form and your donation today!

Please complete the form below and mail it with the appropriate donation to: TUNA / Mtn. Dell Season Pass, PO Box 9008, Salt Lake City, UT 84109-0008

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place. As the spectators walk off the buses into the stadium. they wil l pass though an area thai wi l l show our Western culture through the displays and buildings of Native Americans, moun­tain men. pioneer families, cowboys and even wi ld mustangs.

The largest structure at the venue is the bleachers and com­mentator cabins standing lull in the middle of the stadium, in-be­tween ihe iwo in-lields for Cross-Country and Biathlon. The bleachers wi l l hold 7.000 spectators, 3.500 on each side facing north and south. On top of the bleachers, six stories high, are the 60 TV commentator positions, which wi l l broadcast and an­nounce the events live to their respective 60 foreign countries.

Directly across from the bleachers are scoreboards and gigan­tic video screens (or jumbo screens). The screens wi l l show the live broadcast of the athletes in competition, and wil l be used for entertainment, show events at oilier Olympic venues and inter­views with spectators and competitors.

To assist with the TV and entertainment production of the events, over 20 miles of communication cabling has been put in the ground along the competition trails. Even more miles of T V cables wi l l be stretched out from the Broadcast Compound to the over lot) camera platforms and cameras that wi l l surround the competition courses and stadiums.

To manage, control and organize these events take a sizeable operational workforce. Miles offences, as well as hundreds of tents and trailers wi l l be used lo control the How of spectators, media, volunteers anil athletes, and work as operation centers for the venue, media anil sport management Over 2.000 staff and volunteers wi l l be working al the venue every day. so imagine ihe rush of the daily early morning check-in and lunch food-frenzy !

Without being part of the team planning ibis gigantic event it is impossible lo understand all the efforts and pieces of the puzzle. The details and contingency planning for the Olympic and Paralympic Games tire unlike any other event, due to the "expectation of perfection", and ihe requirement to be able to handle any emergency or unexpected event. The goal of ihe learn that has been building and planning the Games at Soldier Hollow is to provide the best and fairest conditions for competitors, and provide a greal and cultural experience for all spectators, volun­teers, media. T V viewers and visitors.

As it looks today, Soldier I lollow may be the surprise winner of the 2002 Games!

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4 soldier hollow HAPPENINGS AT

SOLDIER HOLLOW by Richard Bullough

As ihe TUNA representative on the Soldier Hollow Legacy Foundation Board. 1 wanted to give you a brief Soldier Hollow update. Other than the BIG events ;it Soldier Hollow this season, what else is going on?

First, a short list of wbal happened last season: The Lodge was completed and dedicated, two superbly run world cups were held, about 8000 kids skied in the S2.00 youth program, Dave Jarrelt's competitive youth program really took off, and all expectations were met or exceeded. Perhaps most impor­tant, wc demonstrated to partners, including Stale Parks and Ihe Utah Legislature, that Soldier Hollow will have a legacy beyond the Olympics.

What about this season? You all know about February and March at Soldier Hollow.

Outside of those months, we aim lo have the trails open to the public from December 1st to December 23rd and then on a day-to-day basis until January 6th, after which they will be open only lo National Teams. Il will be best to call the lodge i 1-435-654-2002) if you are planning to come up. Also, the first Wasatch Citizen Series race (also the Utah Winter Gaines) will be held al Soldier Hollow on December 15th.

Other BIG news litis season is that VISA has chosen to be an official sponsor of the Soldier Hollow Legacy Foundation. We will celebrate lliis sponsorship with a Youth Ski festival on December 22nd. Delails will be coming soon. You should all plan on participating, especially if you have kids, and we will need TUNA volunteers. Other key sponsors have stepped forward Ibis year, including America First Credit Union. We will also be having a ski event on December 8th (tiller ihe TUNA relay) and some of the proceeds will go to TUNA youth ski programs. Again, we will need volunteers. And please see the announcement in this issue of TUNA News about the first annual fund-raiser to be held November 16th...please plan to attend!

What about the future? We have strong, supportive partners and are growing in­

creasingly confident of Legacy funding. State Parks and the Utah legislature have made il clear they share our vision and want lo see Soldier Hollow succeed long-term. We will con­tinue to focus on youth programs and anticipate even greater success. We have bid on or arc looking into several Interna­tional and National events. Some of these include: Under 23 (youth) World Cup, Goodwill Games, and Junior Nationals. We will keep you posted on the status of these events. Also, a golf course will be built at Soldier Hollow in the very near fu­ture. The course will not infringe significantly on the ski trails and will contribute in positive ways to the future of Soldier Hollow.

So, things look bright for Ihe immediate and long-term fu­ture of Soldier Hollow. If you want to know additional infor­mation, have information that you want me to pass along lo ihe Legacy Foundation, or want to volunteer for the events on December 8th and 22nd, give me a call at 435-64')-4480 or e-mail me at rbuUoug@doh.state.ut.us.

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Editor's Note: As yon are prohahly aware, a large percentage of the volunteer posi­tions at Soldier Hollow are being filled by TUNA members. In these final months leading up to the 2002 Winter Olympic Gomes, TUNA News will feature each area individually, to give you a look behind the scenes of this "once i<< a lifetime" event. We think you 'II be impressed at how broadly your fellow club members arc support­ing our sport.

SOLDIER HOLLOW STADIUM By Gary Fichter

Not too many years ago the stadium duties fell under the jurisdiction of the course crew. As cross country ski racing evolved and the entire sport was becoming more sophisticated il was decided that all stadium functions should be managed by a separate chief of stadium with his own crew. So. today there is both a chief of course and a chief of stadium.

For the Olympics our Chief of Stadium is John Kstle. from Fairbanks, Alaska, who has virtually devoted his career to ihe field of cross country skiing. He will have 66 volunteers working under him. Those volunteers will be subdivided into ar­eas of responsibility, each area having a crew chief. The areas are setup, access control, equipment control, athlete services-start, start, finish, and athlete ser­vices-finish.

Before the sun comes up. the setup crew, led by Robert Myers, will be out with snow machines and sleds moving all the materials with which the stadium is built into position for the day's races. The stadium may have been partially lorn down af­ter the previous races lo allow for thorough grooming or it new race format may dic­tate a different stadium configuration. All volunteers will be involved in actually setting up their own area, but the setup crew gels everything in position and meets the needs of each crew for materials, tools, and additional manpower. Certain areas of the course do not fall within any work crews area and are, therefore, set up by the setup crew.

As athletes and coaches begin to make their way down to the stadium they will first be met by access control. SLOC will provide much access control for Ihe pub­lic, but the stadium crew will take over inside the stadium, making sure that only athletes racing in the current race and only properly credenlialed coaches gain ac­cess to Ihe start area or finish area. Access control is also responsible for closing off the stadium lo all skiers during Ihe setup lime and again after the race. TUNA member John Markle will help head up this crew thai will provide perimeter and internal access control.

Then the athlete comes to equipment control, with Nancy Fichter as the local assistant chief. At equipment control the athletes' skis and poles are checked to as­sure they meet the specifications required by the FIS. The skis arc marked since a skier must finish Ihe race on Ihe same skis he started on and his clothing is checked to assure that any logos and advertising meeis additional requirements and limita­tions. Al this station transponders are attached to the racer's tinkles to provide a backup timing source and additional liming information showing progress through split points out on the course. This information will be very useful for the television announcers.

The athlete then proceeds lo the athlete services-start area. Here, under the oversight of Angela Soiithwick. athletes will get numbered bags lo drop off their warm tips prior to the race. Their clothing bags will be taken lo the finish area for convenient retrieval after Ihe race.

Next, of course, is the start area, under the direction of Hob dross. This is an intense area requiring great understanding and organization. There will be days when there are three different race formats, each requiring a different start area con­figuration. The start crew must quickly reconfigure the start area in minimum lime. Certain starts, particularly the pursuit, requires excellent planning and teamwork lo get eacli skier out at the proper lime. The timing crew is a separate group that inler-

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faces with stadium al the start line. The start crew sets up the start area and organizes ihe racers, gelling them up to the start line in the proper order and al the proper time.

When the racer leaves the stadium, basically under the first bridge, he is then under ihe jurisdiction of the course crew. The skier may reenter the stadium before the race end on a multi-lap race. If so. athlete services provides refreshments and other volunteers are drawn from crews to help direct ath­lete if the race is a relay and to judge a legal exchange.

When ihe athlete enters the stadium lor the finish he will be met by the finish crew whose assistant chief is Jim I laisley. The finish crew sets up their finish area, keeps the finish area clear of fallen skiers. They also make sure that coaches and press stay in designated areas and keep oul unauthorized people. They check each skier's skis for proper marking. At this area ihe tran­sponders are also retrieved. Once again, there is a close working relationship with the timing crew at ibis area.

Lastly, the skier progresses past coaches and press to ath­lete service-finish, again headed up by our very own An­gela Southwiek. lo gel refreshments and retrieve clothing bags. This is a fun area where skiers are glad to have finished, appreciate the warm clothes and warm drink and exchange conversation with fellow racers.

The stadium crew is split al roughly 50% local TUNA members and 50% out-of-state volunteers. We have all be­come good friends and work well together. The stadium is a busy and sometimes hectic area, but it is exciting and fun. We've all made friends that we will always cherish.

First Annual Soldier Hollow Fundraiser

November 16th The Soldier Hollow Legacy Foundation would like lo extend an invitation to join us for our first annual fundraiser. Novem­ber 16th, beginning al 6:00 I'M al the Lodge at Soldier Hol­low. Proceeds will benefit ihe youth programs and Team Sol­dier Hollow. Last year, over 7.000 youth were introduced to cross-country skiing through the innovative $2 youth pro­gram, which entitles an organized youth group lo ski equip­ment, a 2 hour trail pass, and a lesson for only $2. Team Sol­dier Hollow includes programs in Cross Country. Biathlon, and Nordic Combined. Every youth that joined Team Soldier Hollow last year was introduced to skiing through the youth programs of Soldier Hollow.

We have an exciting evening planned including raffle draw­ings, a silent auction, and a live auction with special "guest" auctioneers. Auction items include ski and golf vacations, overnight use of the Soldier Hollow Yuri. US National Team clothing and memorabilia, as well as many, many ski equip­ment and clothing items. While listening to live music, guests will he able to sample soups and bread from different restau­rants in the Heber Valley. Ihe highlight of the evening will be the unveiling of the original Soldier Hollow painting by Rob­ert Duncan. Posters and numbered limited edition prints of this nostalgic painting will be for sale.

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Local Support wmmmmmm By John Callahan Head Coach / TUNA Park City Nordic Ski Team

A lot goes into the operation of a successful junior nordic ski program. First and foremost, there needs to be an interest among local area youths. We've got that in

the Wasatch Front area. A program needs lo have coaches dedi­cated lo creating a fun and positive environment for Ihe kids. We've got that too. And a program needs lo have a base of sup­port lo help il grow. That support can come from national, re­gional, or local organizations and businesses. While support from national and regional level organizations can bring a degree of prestige and often a large hank roll, it is ultimately the support from local area businesses and individuals that determines how strong a program will be.

Last year the Community Olympic Development Program (CODP) designaled cross-country skiing in the Heber/Midway area as one of its supported programs. The CODP is an offshoot of the USOC and is charged with providing support to commu­nity programs for a variety of sports. The CODP hired a full time coach and provided a substantial budget to siari a program in the Heber valley. But the CODP funding is tied lo the Olympic venue (Soldier Hollow) and neither of TUNA's junior programs, the Sail Lake and Park City Nordic Ski Teams, will directly benefit. TUNA and its membership have been deeply involved in the Olympic efforts at Soldier Hollow. It's unfortunate that the "Com­munity" Olympic Development Program did not include TUNA's existing junior programs in their scope.

As a ski coach, I drool over such support. On ihe surface it would seem like gelling the big bucks from a national level orga­nization would be the ultimate—but experience shows that relying solely on support from the lop isn't healthy for a local program.

Several years ago the CODP designated mountain biking in the Park City area as one of its sponsored programs. The Young Rid­ers mountain bike program emerged and has been very success­ful. But last spring, with little warning, the CODP pulled its fund­ing and ihe Young Riders struggled lo cope with a reduced bud-gel. And three years ago the local biathlon team, too, seemed to benefit greatly from support il received from the US Biathlon As­sociation. The USBA designated Park City as one of five regional training centers. A full-lime head coach was hired. Uniforms were purchased for ihe kids. Participation increased. But the program

had very little local support. The following year the USBA pulled funding from four of its five training centers, including Park City. The program fell apart and has never really recovered. Several of ihe kids joined the TUNA/Park City Nordic Ski Team, some tried lo go it alone, and others simply dropped out.

What I'm gelling at is that TUNA's junior programs are alive and healthy—I expect over 150 kids to be involved in TUNA's junior programs this year—due in large part to ihe foundation pro­vided by TUNA and local businesses and individuals.

Lasl year TUNA contributed a substantial portion of the funding used in purchasing over 100 warm-up suits for its junior programs, insuring that every child in its junior programs would have a ski suit and would feel like part of the team. Recently, ihe TUNA board approved funding for a new club van lo he used largely by the Park City Nordic Ski Team.

The support comes not only from TUNA: R.I Guiney and Asso­ciates. Atomic. Scott Simons and the Last Chance Garage, the Jack Johnson Company, and the Wasatch Sports Fund all contrib­uted to ihe learn uniforms. Crandall Ford in Park City has agreed to purchase a van at auction and pass it on lo TUNA at no profit lo them and the Simons X-Ray Corp. will be donating Ihe labor to build a new rack for Ihe van. Recently, Ian Harvey and Yoko gen­erously donated 40 pairs of race quality poles lo be used by TUNA's juniors. Tim Melos and Wild Rose Touring have supplied ihe Salt Lake Nordic Ski Team with a large inventory of rental equipment for ihe past several winters. White Pine Touring and Nordic Equipment offer discounts lo team members and they have each donated uncounted amounts of product toward team fundraisers. Tom Frey annually makes an unsolicited cash dona­tion to the team. All'Wear and Lone Peak have both made several product donations. And the Soldier Hollow Legacy Foundation has graciously provided the TUNA junior teams with calendars and ski passes to be sold as fundraisers. There have been many oth­ers who have helped make ihe TUNA junior programs a success over the years. My apologies lo those who I haven't mentioned.

Please say thanks to these individuals and businesses, and give yourselves, the TUNA membership, a pal on the back for being part of ihe success of the local junior programs.

NOVEMBER 2001 TUNA NEWS

TUNA / Salt Lake Nordic Ski Team by Laurie Humbert TUNA Salt Lake Nordic Ski Team Coach

OBJECTIVES To develop basic skiing skills and a lifelong inieresl in skiing. Games, technique, and fitness exercises designed to develop basic skiing skills will be used to introduce kids to cross country skiing and ski racing.

Parents tire welcome lo participate or to ski during the program. If a parent does participate they will be expected to romp. play. hop. jump, skate, and fall with us. In short, we are going lo play and have fun on skis, so be prepared. Parents of younger skiers may want to remain at Mountain Dell, especially if it's cold. DATES Every Tuesday, January 1 to March 19. from 4:30 lo 5:45 pm AGES 8 to 17 year olds. These skiers will be divided into groups based on the ability of the skier. All skiers, ranging from the beginner lo the racer level will be coached in their appropriate skill group. EQUIPMENT Each participant will need an adequate pair of skis, warm boots, and poles. A pair of no-wax fishscale touring skis or a pair of combi skis (for both skate and classic) will be fine. Warm clothing, including HATS (very important!) is a must. Also, each athlete is encouraged to bring an extra dry shirt lo change into after the ses­sion (temperatures on January evenings can be -0°). Courtesy of fundraising efforts and the generosity of sponsors Jack Johnson Company and the Wasatch Sports Rind, we will again be provid­ing warm-up uniforms to all and race soils lo the competitive ski­ers. All uniforms are on loan for the entire season. Courtesy of new sponsor YOKO Poles and Pioneer Sports, we will have a pool of poles in varying sizes available for the program, with details still tobe finalized.

Some great junior equipment can be found at Wild Rose Sports, Nordic Equipment, White Pine Touring, Kirkham's, and Wasatch Touring. The experienced staff at these stores will help you with sizing equipment.

TUNA / Park City Nordic Ski Team needs to fill two paid coaching positions for the coming winter.

Coaches should enjoy working with kids and be able to create a fun atmosphere for the kids while teaching them proper ski technique. One coach will work with kids age 8-12 and the other with kids age 13-16. Practices are on Monday and Thursday afternoons at White Pine Touring from Nov. 29 through March 14. Please contact John Callahan at (435) 649-9286 or john@deervalley.com if you are interested.

FORMAT Lvery Tuesday session will start off with about a I km Warmup ski followed by a group stretch. We will then do activities and games that will help the skier learn the 'skill' for the day. Each session w ill end with a fun ski game. The skills that will be intro­duced and hopefully mastered by the skiers are: classic and skate technique, downhills, uphills, turning/cornering, racing, louring, and basic telemark skills. A second day a week. Thursday, will be added for the more advanced kids who wish lo move lo ihe next level and prepare a bit more for racing.

COACHES Laurie Humbert, 1994 Winter Olympian, will be one of the many coaches who have learned to ski in junior club programs like the TUNA Junior Program. Suky Stewart, who has years of experi­ence coaching junior ski programs. Chris Humbert, member of the Rossignol Factory Ski Team. Don Pollari, who races with Ihe Nordic Equipment Team. Dina Newhouse, former Junior Na­tional Champion & US National Team Biathletc. Cindy Cromer, a PS1A certified coach. Caryl Brown, member of the Atomic Mara­thon Race Team.

LOCATION Mountain Dell ski tracks in Parley's Canyon. COST S75 (includes track fees for skiing al Mountain Dell) SI00 for the advanced skid's (ZxAveek) INFORMATION utahnordic.com/juniors/sliisty for SLNST Junior Program updates. 461-9000 (TUNA Hotline taped message) for trail conditions/lo­cal races & general club Info. REGISTRATION FORM Lei your friends know that you can find registration and liability forms online this year at www.utahnordic.com!!! All registration forms are clue by December 10th.

Mail this form, the Waiver of Liability (which can be printed off the TUNA website at www.utahnordiccom) and check (payable to "TUNA/SLNST") to:

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TUNA NEWS NOVEMBER 2001

2001-2002 University of Utah Skiing Outlook

The University of Utah ski team is rich in tradition. Since its inception in 1957. the program has produced If) national championship learns, 53 NCAA individual

champions, 19 Olympians and 261 All-Americans. "The Utah ski team has established a reputation for excel­

lence within ihe skiing ranks," says head coach Kevin Sweeney. "The success of ihe program has been unbelievable, on and off the slopes."

Since 1983. when skiing became coed under NCAA juris­diction. Utah has won eight of 19 NCAA championships, fin­ished as ihe runner-up six limes and taken third place twice. No oilier program in the nation has yielded heller results dur­ing that time period. "We have been one of the nation's lop powerhouses." says Sweeney. "College skiing has been domi­nated by four teams: Utah. Colorado, Denver and Vermont. We are doing a great job keeping the rich tradition of Utah skiing alive."

The Utes are coming off of a 2001 campaign which fin­ished fourth al the NCAA championships held in Middlebury. Vermont. This season, Utah is looking to improve that finish by making a run al the title. Ute skiers Petra Svet and Jerncj Bukovec. both natives of Slovenia, became national downhill champions last season. Svet left her mark in collegiate skiing history by capturing the women's slalom tide. In only her sophomore year, she earned All-America status and was named the National Multiple Sclerosis Society's Female Col-

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Four athletes earned All-American first-team status, while five garnered second-team honors. Along with Svet and Bukovec. Pat Casey and PetlerSvendsen were also selected to the All-America first-team. Bukovec and Casey were also named to the All-America second team in their counter-events, along with Jed Schuctze. Scott Woodland and Turin Koos.

The tradition of excellence for the Utah ski team extends pasi the trails and into the classroom. Last year's team con­sisted of eight Academic All-Americans. Light skiers made the Dean's List, while 16 student alhleles made the University's honor roll. Each skier also participated in com­munity service projects. "Community service is a big pari of what the Utah ski team is about. We feel like the community has been extremely supportive and we need to give something back," says Sweeney.

For the 2002 ski team, Sweeney expects only the best. "I'm very enthusiastic about the group of athletes that we have this year. They are all at a high level. We are motivated to run for our 11 th title."

This year's team consists of 16 returning athletes and nine top-notch recruits. The team is hoping for leaders to replace former All-American's Pal Casey. Sabrina Lawrence. Krishna Joder and Lene Pedersen.

Another positive for Ihe Utes' success, is their access to some of the top training facilities in the world. The alpine team has three world-class training facilities in Park City. Deer Valley and Snowbird. The cross country team trains at the Olympic trails at Soldier Hollow, al White Pine in Park City and Solitude. "We have many excellent ski areas and re­sorts where wc can train and race. There is no other program in the United Stales thai compares lo that," says Sweeney. "All of Ihe local resorts and trails have been very supportive."

With ihe 2002 Olympics just around the coiner, the Utes will have the opportunity to ski and train on world-caliber sites. "Utah hosting the Olympics will be a great opportunity for us." says Sweeney. "It is very exciting that the world's top competitors will be here. It gives our ski program a lot of ex­posure."

Cross Country Outlook Senior Peller Svendsen is expected to captain Ihe cross

country team this season. "The way he communicates with the team and ihe coaches is remarkable. He had a great year last season, but he's not satisfied. He is hungry for top results and for the team to win the title." Zack Simons returns for his junior year with the Utes. Simons experienced (op-!evcl skiing at the World Junior Championships last season and has been training with the US Development team.

Also reluming for the Ules are Torin Koos, Ryan Quinn and Marco Stevanoni. Koos is a fierce competitor who skied in the World Nordic Skiing Championships last season against the fastest skiers in the world. Quinn had an excellent second half of the season in 2001. scoring lop-10 finishes in ihe final three events of the year. Stevanoni. who fought alti-

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University of Utah (continued)

Hide adjustment throughout last season, is hoping to improve his results from last season. "He's menially tough and a super team player." says Sweeney.

Maria Lttndanio and Gretchen Domek are the only two returning skiers on the women's cross country team. Lundamo. a junior, picked up on the team concept lasl season and is expected to provide leadership to Ihe women's team this season. "She is technically a great skier," says Sweeney. "I am looking for Maria to demonstrate her potential." Domek returns to the team as a senior. "I think this will be the best skiing year with ihe best results that she has ever experi­enced." says Sweeney.

The women's cross country team had the highest turnover and brings in five newcomers this season. Jorunn Oye is an exceptional racer from Norway, who had outstanding results in the Norwegian Cup competitions. "She has great creden­tials and a great attitude, so naturally we have high expecta­tions for her future at Utah." says Sweeney. Jaana Kettunen is a talented skier in both cross country disciplines and com­peted at the World Junior Championships and at the Finnish Junior National Championships last year with great results. Sara Svendsen joins older brother Petler on the team this season. "Sara has a great history in skiing." says Sweeney. " She brings ihe quality and depth we need." Anna Sprague is an East Coast recruit who has high aspirations as a ski racer. Recovering from a hamstring injury. Sweeney claims: "Anna has so much potential. I want to take the time for her lo develop. It is very exciting thinking about her future career here." Jana Suchtova comes lo the team from Slovakia and provides the team with talent in both techniques. She has competed in three Junior World Championships. "This experi­ence and her enthusiasm bode well for team success." says Sweeney.

Blending an accomplished group of returning skiers, with competitive and highly talented freshmen, the Utes are a ma­jor threat for the 2002 title. "Our goal is lo be on lop of the podium." says Sweeney. "With ihe group of athletes and sup­port staff thai we have, the integrity, discipline and motiva­tion stand out. Making a run for our I lth national champion­ship is going to be a kick."

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their man-made snow in No­vember, but that's highly un­likely in this Olympic year.

My answer to this dilemma is Soapstone Basin and Iron Mine Mountain. This is also a great area for running and mountain biking if the drought hasn't broken by the time you read litis. At an elevation of 8,000-9,000 feet, however, il probably won't be long be fore the ground is while and the snowmo­biles are out to pack it down for us.

Soapstone Basin is accessible from both north and south. As you can see from the accompanying map, the Mirror Lake Highway (SR-150) east of Kamas and SR-35 east of Wood­land are just a few miles away. Early in the season, I prefer the SR-150 access because the road is mostly in the shade on the north-facing slopes, so the skiing there is usually better when ihere's little snow.

The Soapstone Basin road leaves the Mirror Lake Highway just beyond mile marker 14 where ihe gale is closed in the winter. Il goes past Camp Roger and ascends about 800 feet over 4.1 miles on a winding road to the basin. The next mile is quite flat as il passes through a large open area, so you can stretch out a bit after ihe initial climb. To get to Soapstone Pass, take a sharp right turn after crossing the meadow and follow the road for about three quarters of a mile up a couple more switchbacks.

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parallels the Mirror Lake Highway along the north slope of Iron Mine Mountain. Follow Ihe Soapstone Basin Road de­scribed above for nvo miles, and go straight al the second sharp-right switchback. Few snowmobilers choose this option since they usually follow the path of least resistance to the ba­sin, but a few hardy souls usually venture in this direction and pack a trail wide enough for classical skiing. The Iron Mine Mountain road gains about 1200 feel over 5.6 miles as it traverses along the north side of ihe mountain, high above the Mirror Lake highway. Views of the valley below are superb, and the snow is protected from sun and wind by aspens and firs all the way.

More ambitious lourers can continue by bearing right (south) at a fork in the road and climbing another 1.4 miles to a ridge with an incredible panorama of the High Uinias. From the ridge, the road descends gradually for 1.4 miles to Iron Mine Lake, a fine spot for lunch and a well-deserved rest. If you're really ambitious, the return trip to ihe car can be ac­complished by continuing over the ridge south of the lake and dropping down through Soapstone Basin.

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TUNA Mountain Challenge -10K RUI1/20K Bike -August26, 2001

by Bill Stenquist

The 2001 installment of the TUNA Mountain Challenge was held again this year at Soldier Hollow. Il w;is a perfect day for the event, per­haps a bit warm for Ihe bikers, especially those of us who were out on ihe course a little longer than others. Soldier Hol­low is the perfect venue for this event because you can see how well your team member is do­ing throughout almost all of the race. This gives you Ihe menial edge lo prepare and il also al­lows you lo psyche oul your opponents with comments like: gee Rich, it looks like I will be out a couple of laps before you get started". It is this kind of "sportsmanship" that makes the Mountain Challenge such a good time.

John Aalberg changed the course from last year, moving the event further up ihe mountain lo "easier" terrain. It was ru­mored thai last year's course almost did some of the member­ship in, and John, not wanting to "thin the herd" too much, selected a less demanding course. Personally. I felt the new course was great and hope that future Mountain Challenge races can stay on the same set of trails. The climbs were not as severe nor were the descents; I thought I might actually live lo see another day as I fumbled through my gears, Irving mostly to find a cog low enough for my failing lungs and legs. Others I talked to were also enthusiastic about ihe new course. Hopefully. John received many positive comments and we will be able lo fine-tune our racing strategy for next year knowing we will be same set of trails.

This year's course used the upper portion of the Olympic trails, and while we were spared the lung-wrenching climbs, we also missed out on those wild descents thai last year's course featured. This was okay with most everyone I think, especially me. since it takes a lot longer to heal up than in years past. I also seem to be crashing more than usual so a se­date course is preferred.

Notable events that I noticed as a chugged around Ihe four lap course; John Callahan, passing me going like a bat out of hell (his second lap), getting a Hat tire, my passing him com­menting "bummer" but thinking "yes I will finish ahead of John (for once)", John fixing the fiat by taking the lube from the tire, not just swapping ihe wheel, and then his coming back lo pass me (again), like a bat out of hell.

Each race also seems lo spawn new rivalries, or perhaps they are leftover from ihe lasl season ski races. Rich Bullough. who I had harmlessly commented lo about where he could find me on ihe course this year, slaved tirelessly to reel me in. This is credit lo Rich's strength and tenacity since I did have a pretty good head-start on the bike. When he fi­nally caught me and passed by. I quipped, "where have you been. I have been taking it easy so you could catch up". Bui

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poor Rich had not gone twenty yards ahead before he also got a flat, which was dis­appointing for Rich after he had expended so much energy to catch and pass me. I am glad I had those tacks stashed in my jersey and remind Rich that old age and treachery win out over youth, fitness and speed every time. Of course as soon as we siarl skiing l will pay dearly!

For anyone not familiar with the Mountain Challenge, it is a run/mountain bike race. Most people team up one person doing ihe I OK run and the other doing the 20K bike. Sadly, as with most social groups, there are a few "unfortunates*' who ei­ther can't get anyone to run or bike with them, or who are so possessed (with de­mons I think), that they feel it necessary to do both events themselves. The demons must be pretty strong this year because 18 individuals felt il necessary to do both events themselves. We mere mortals can only stand in awe of them. The proceeds from the event go to the TUNA junior programs, a very worthy cause, and the draw­ing prizes make all the pain and suffering well worth it. I think everyone won some­thing this year.

If you haven't done this race before, you really have missed out on a great time, as I think you can tell from my rather sedate summary.

TUNA Mountain Challenge Results Pt Runner/Biker

MENS OPEN INDIVIDUAL 1 Barry Makarewicz 2 EdSeHJl 3 Tom Noaker 4 Kirk Erjgerton 5 Tyfer Woods 6 JcrinBemetke 7 DaveJaTett 8 M'ke Anderson

9 Bill Sikorski 10 GeirVik 11 KeiDi Hamngton 12 Matt Schiller 13 John Concannon 14 JmSouthwtck 15 David GSbert 16 Ke™ loved 17 David Wagner 18 Bart Banks

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Scott McGee J. Scott McGee, former TUNA Board Member and TUNA News contributing author, has taken the position of Jackson Mole Nordic Center Director. "I look forward to the challenges of my new job and to "raising the bar' on all fronts: grooming, terrain, planning, instruc­tion, events and more...I will miss leaching, but thankfully, il's part of my job description. TUNA Nords. come on up!" Scott says he still ex­pects to be seen in Utah, and at TUNA events when he can.

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TUNA NEWS NOVEMBER 2001

New Gear for a New Season Editor's Note: We asked local businesses to enlighten us on the new products for the 2001-02 ski season. We received some wonderful articles and input, but with space limitations wc had lo divide the articles into two segments. IMSI issue we featured track skiing and racing equipment. This issue we are featuring touring and backcountry ski gear. We want to thank Petut Newhard/ Black Diamond Equipment, Charlie BtttlerAVasatch Touring, and Derek Newton/ White Pine 'Touring for their backcountry ski equipment info. Enjoy!

This Winter's Latest & Greatest by Derek Newton, Hardgoods Manager White Pine Touring

he BIGGEST innovations For this coming winter happen in the TELEMARK/BACKCOUNTRY world. In one word—FAT. Skis this winter have got­ten downright HUGE!

Willi ROSSIGNOL, we have the long awaited telemark version of the Bandit XXX - the MEGA BANG. Tin's ski has a huge profile with a 123mm tip, Ions of sidecul and for all you new school skiers, a TWIN-TIP! This ski will make child's play of all those many variable snow conditions and blast through the powder like a snowboard.

ATOMIC has a new fatty in their quiver as well with the 10.EX. This ski comes directly out of their alpine line-up. It is only a few mm narrower than the Mega Bang, but it uses ATOMIC's Beta Technology to produce a ski that will blast

The Voile Hardwire.

Introducing a telemark binding inn! gives you all you would expect Irom a binding twice the weight. Stout compression springs and solid steel rods replace traditional braided cables

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through anything and handles the groomers like it is a GS race ski. This ski is going to be a winner for all you pinners! On a side note, for a ski this big and powerful, it is unbelievably lightweight, perfect for the WASATCH Backcountry!

K2 has a fatty up their sleeves as well, the WORK STINX. This is a tele version of the AK Launcher, their alpine fat ski. This ski loves the powder and crud, is lightweight and reason­able priced. If you like the hardpack, this is NOT the ski for you. TUA continues with last season's hit ski the CROSSRIDE 110. a versatile moderately chunky ski with a 110mm tip width. If you prefer something that shines on ihe hardpack but will treat you right on a powder day. look no fur­ther. If you slill want something even fatter from TUA. they are introducing ihe CROSSRIDE 112. This ski is 2mm wider with a slightly different Bex and sidecul. In tele boot world, we see two new boot models.

From SCARPA, Ihe long awaited T2 with the asym bellows design borrowed from the Tl. This boot is completely new: with a third buckle over the ankle and the wraparound style of bellows from the Tl and TRace. comfort and performance has gone through the roof. This boot will be perfect for hiking all day in ihe backcountry but still big enough to power the new generation of fat skis on the resort. " From GARMONT wc see the SQUADRA G-EIT; this boot improves upon lasl year's boot in two ways. The biggest im­provement is in the liner, now we get a Thermo moldable G-F1T liner that is super light, warm and is custom molded lo your feet! They are also selling the G-FIT liner separately, a terrific way to enhance your current boot lit.

In TELE BINDINGS we see the new HAMMERHEAD from RAINEV DESIGNS. This binder is a new compression spring binding that incorporates an integral lifter, tool-less cable adjustment and tool-less pivot point adjustment. This will be a hot setup for the resort or even the backcountry. G3 continues with their TARGA series of bindings and introduces Ihe WORLD CUP springs that are even sliffer than the RACE ones.

ROTTEEELLA introduces a compression spring binding, Ihe COBRA. This binding tips ihe performance of ihe Chili by-adding compression springs that will never stretch out and lose performance. The boys oul at VOILE have some new bind­ings as well, the HARDWIRE and Ihe innovative VP-II. The HARDWIRE is a pinless design that uses solid metal rods and compression springs lo provide unparalleled control. The VP-II is a radical step-in that has tons of lateral support.

Well there we go, lets pray for lots of snow soon! (Continued on the next page)

NOVEMBER 2001 TUNA NEWS

Black Diamond Product Info by Penn Newhard Black Diamond Equipment, Inc.

AVALUNG2 The new AvaLun»2 weighs less than a pound, is economically designed and easily adjustable, lightweight insurance in avalanche country. If you carry a beacon,

shovel and probe - why not the AvaLung2? This device has proven its utility in the icld and can assist a buried victim by increasing the survival time when

fully buried.

ASCENSION CLIPFIX SKINS The new Clipfix Ascension skins are more durable, streamlined than ever. With a new over center camming stainless steel buckle. Ascension skins offer a secure, reliable system thai is up to

the challenge.

MIRA SKI The Mini is a mid-fat free ride ski that is stable underfoot :> on piste and holds a wicked edge yet can slill ride high in pure pow.

Versatility is the key to the Mira. Edgy on steeps, but not too stiff in the backcountry, look no further than ihe Mira.

LUNAR HEADLAMP You wanl a headlamp that is light, secure, bright and durable'.'Touch down with Ihe Lunar. Weighing a scant 5.3 oz..

with a compact design that runs off of 3 AA batteries, the Lunar balances brightness and function.

DRY TOOL GLOVE A form fitting, lightweight, sleek glove made from Schoeller Extreme WB, the Dry Tool is a great multi purpose glove. Perfect for fair weather backcountry tours, cold weather skating sessions, or ice cragging ihe Dry Tool sports a PU polyurethane membrane and a Pittard waterproof goatskin leather palm.

Skis for the Backcountry by Charlie Butler Wasatch Touring

hirty years of equipment evolution has changed the sport we used to call three-pin skiing.

In the old days, the equipment was light, wax was what provided the grip, and the most popular tours were long anil swift. While I'm not about lo give up my climbing skins, plastic hoots, or cable bindings, a new ski design has re­kindled my interest in a sporl that "progress" has left behind.

The three-pin skiing from ihe days of yore had as much in common with traditional cross-country trail skiing as it did with downhill. The number of switchbacks required to gel to the lop of Mineral Basin with blue wax and 50mm wide skis was considerable. The advantages of waxed wooden skis came to the fore when skiing up the long glaciated valleys in the Uintas. or making ridge runs in the Wasatch. Many of the longer approaches in Big Cottonwood or Mill Creek seem silly hiking in the full Tele gear of today. As a result I have changed my choice of ski tour to accommodate the modern equipment.

Affordabilily, simplicity, and lightness afoot as well as the acres and acres of untracked powder attracted us away from the ski lifts. Humility came easy with thai floppy boot bind­

ing systems and skinny skis. We could make just enough turns lo keep us hungry lor more, and there was no one around lo critique anyway. A lot of folks are slill skiing on thai gear. It's a depressing statistic for any Nordic ski shop owner to hear, but the average cross-country skier buys a new pair of skis ev­ery 27 years. While a lot of these skis are collecting dust in someone's cabin, there are some TUNA members I know who are helping make this statistic appear unbelievably high.

Part of the problem is that while the lightweight boot bind­ing systems have made some significant leaps in performance, skis have only made marginal advances in this sport I call ad­venture skiing. Since Europe and Scandinavia are ihe largest markets for cross-country skis, the lightweight skis of the past were designed more for kick and glide performance. The result was too much camber for decent downhill control. Snow con­ditions, terrain, and Hails in western North America required a unique approach to ski design, and until now our ultimate ad­venture ski was never realized.

Fischer of Austria, ihe company responsible for ihe Europa 99 in 1976, has brought current ski technology to ihe design and manufacture of lightweight skis for climbing and turning in mountainous terrain. In the middle of last season.

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Backcountry Equipment (continued)

FISCHER introduced two new models in a category of skis thai they have dubbed ihe S-Bound line, They are uniquely suited for the fast anil light tours and to be matched with Lightweight backcountry and BC boot binding systems. Over the course of last winter I had the opportunity to lest drive both models as well as the newest model that is due oul this fall. In wind blown Sierra snow, as well as in a wide range of Wasatch powder and even on the groomed runs al the Park City ski area, all the while in low top "system boots" I found thai Ihese skis really worked.

The third model due for delivery this fall is perhaps the most exciting of the group. All three share the desirable fea­tures found in state of ihe ail Alpine and Telemark skis: Shape, width, compact length, and flex.

Fischer uses their "aircore" cap construction to achieve the soft round Hex and torsional stiffness that combined with shape and compact length contribute to a ski thai is easy lo turn, stable, and fun. while remaining incredibly lighl weight. (The longest of ihe biggest model is less than 260 grams)

One more thing that makes the S-Bound skis and adventure skiing so attractive is Fischer's turning crown no-wax pattern. It's hard to compete with climbing skins when the trail turns sleeps, but skins alone are often loo slow and heavy. No-wax patterns of the pasl have approached ihe performance of grip wax for climbing, but most were too slow going down, and all had serious problems turning since the scales interfered with side-slipping, a key requirement in most any turn imag­inable.

Over the years testing no-wax skis at ihe trade show demos became a running joke. I always encouraged someone else lo ride the lift with a pair lo gel a feel for their turnability and control. To anyone unaccustomed to no wax bases, ihe first attempt at gelling the skis off the fall line resulted in an abrupt body slam, usually just getting off the chair.

Fischer's crown pattern has always ranked number one in our kick and glide performance comparisons of the past. However like the other no-wax skis they were hard to turn, in pan because the camber distributed the skiers weight away from the skis' center and also because the pattern interfered with sliding the ski lo either side. With ihe S-Bound skis Fischer has it right. They have modified their successful crown base lo align the scales in a crescent shape which in combination with the soft even flex of a shaped ski makes il turn almost as easily as a smooth waxable base.

The Rebound at 22S grams is the lightest and newest of the S-Bound skis. It is also the most radical in design, with 2Smm of side cut on a ski with a 60mm waisi. The narrow waist means more control in a lighter pair of leather louring boots. Climbing skins are slill an option for the sleep sections. So far I've managed to avoid messing with skins by route selec­tion, shallow angle switchbacks and a little herringbone. Now. however, there is a use for all the old climbing skins thai have become obsolete with fat skis. Suddenly backcountry ski design has revisited the sport that was largely forgotten as 3-pin skiing evolved toward the alpine model. And for those of us approaching 27 years with the same pair of skis, there is a good reason to upgrade.

NOVEMBER 2001 TUNA NEWS

TIMESHARE FOR TUNA? REALLY? IT'S NOT AS STRANGE AS IT SOUNDS. CLUB UTAH AT MOAB SPRINGS RANCH IS A TIMESHARE RESORT. MCKAY EDWARDS HAS DESIGNED AND BUILT A COZY RETREAT IN MOAB THAT'S UNLIKE ANY OTHER "TIMESHARE" RESORT YOU'VE EVER

SEEN. AFTER RESEARCHING VARIOUS LEGAL STRUCTURES, HE FOUND "TIMESHARE" TO BE THE CONVENIENT MEANS FOR WHAT HE CALLS A "MEMBER-OWNED BASECAMP RESORT". IT'S A CLUB THAT YOU OWN.

ANNOUNCING THE CLUB UTAH TUNA SPECIAL: TUNA MEMBERS CAN TAKE S600.00 OFF OF A LA SAL SEASON MEMBERSHIP. NORMALLY 54,800, TUNA MEMBERS CAN

PURCHASE A CLUB UTAH MEMBERSHIP FOR 54,200. THAT'S A PERMANENT DEEDED REAL ESTATE INTEREST IN THE COOLEST HANG IN UTAH.

THE LA SAL SEASON IS NOVEMBER THROUGH MID-MARCH (THE CLUB IS CLOSED FOR 2 WEEKS IN JANUARY). THE GRAND SEASON IS MID-MARCH THROUGH OCTOBER, AND IS PRICED AT 59,500 PER WEEK (TUNA DISCOUNT IS 5500). A MEMBERSHIP IS A PERMANENT FLOATING WEEK PER YEAR IN THE SEASON PURCHASED. WEEKS ARE RESERVED FROM

YEAR TO YEAR TO SUIT INDIVIDUAL NEEDS, AND MAY BE SPLIT OR SWAPPED AROUND FOR ADDED FLEXIBILITY. THE CLUB CONDOS ARE 2 BEDROOM, 2 &1/2 BATH AND SLEEP 6 TO 8 PEOPLE. THEY ARE SUPER-SNUG, WITH A

FIREPLACE FOR WINTER NIGHTS. THEY HAVE FULL KITCHENS. DON'T BE FOOLED BY THE "BASECAMP" CONCEPT, THESE ARE FULL LUXURY UNITS WHERE YOU CAN COCOON WITH YOUR FAMILY. WINTER HIKING OUT THE BACK DOOR IN THE

NEGRO BILL WILDERNESS AREA IS AWESOME. NIGHTLY CONDO RENTALS AVAILABLE THIS WINTER AT SPECIAL TUNA RATES.

Did you know? The LaSal Mountains are the second highest Range in the State of Utah. There are over a dozen peaks over

12,000 feet high. The Northern Massif contains eight peaks over 12,000 feet and the southern Massif contains five peaks over 12,500 feet (the highest peak in the Wasatch is only 11,900 feet).

The Geyser Pass Road is plowed to the 9,600 foot elevation all winter. That's the highest regularly plowed skiing trailhead in Utah! (Brian Head might be higher, but it doesn't compare for skiing).

There are miles and miles of snowmobile roads on the tablelands at about 10,000 feet for high altitude workouts on track skifs. There are also vast untapped glades for safe mid-winter powder shots. Come

springtime, the big peaks yield 2,000 to 3,000 foot vertical lines completely above timberllne. The Northern Massif is virtually untouched by skiers. Many big lines have never been skied.

For more information, check out David susong's excellent article "Skiing the LaSal Mounatins" from last February's Tuna Newsletter at the Tuna Website.

Colorado's San Juans, with peaks reaching over 14,000 feet, are accessible for day-trips from Moabl McKay Edwards will be organizing day ski outings this winter from the cozy digs at Moab Springs Ranch, if you

are going to Moab, check in for plans. You can bike or boat one day and ski the next!

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TUNA NEWS NOVEMBER 2001

C RU I S I N WEST

Trails Groomed November thru March

Yellowstone Rendezvous Nordic Ski Camp • Skiers train all month • Exposition, races, and clinks: November 18-30, 2001

It's Spam! The Spam Cup Series - December 8,2001: Classic Style - December 29,2001: Free Style • February 2,2002: Classic.

Olympic Biathalon Warm-up - February 3, 2002

Pre-Rendezvous - March 6,2002: Sprint - March 7, 2002: Classic

Yellowstone Rendezvous Marathon Ski Race - March 9,2002

West Yellowstone Youth Festival - March 10, 2002

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WEST YELLOWSTONE TUNA TURKEY TIME

By Ted Palomaki

Although this article was written in September, hopefully as you read it in November we will have snow on the

ground or on ihe way... enough to put us in Ihe mood For an early season ski clinic in West Yellowstone. Montana.

Veterans of "West" know that this is THE place to be in No­vember. Whether you do one of the clinics or just come up to enjoy the beautiful scenery and spectacular trails, you can't go wrong spending your Thanksgiving week here. For one week. Nordic skiers own the town. Once you arrive, park the car and plan to ski everywhere. There will be skinny skis leaning against the wall outside of most restaurants and bars. Expect to see Olympic-level athletes, along with collegiate, elite mas­ters and average family skiers on the trails and on the streets.

Rendezvous trail fees arc S<S per day or $45 for ihe week. Passes are available al the Chamber of Commerce or the West Yellowstone Conference Hotel (aka Holiday Inn). Lodging rates are usually reasonable, and many places offer room/meal skier packages and discounts for TUNA members. Check out ihe ads in this issue, or call the Chamber at 406/646-7701 lor information.

West Yellowstone Nordic Ski Clinics wiil again be offered during Thanksgiving week. This year, four separate clinics will be offered.

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These clinics remain a great way to gel the ski legs back in form. Whether you're an expert looking for some fine tuning of your technique or a true beginner just trying to stay upright on skis, there is a clinic for you. Many high level coaches from around the Intermounlain West are scheduled lo leach, so you can be assured of solid instruction. Drew Barney and all the coaches take «real care in assessing abilities and classifv-ing accordingly, so you'll be in group of well-matched skiers and coached at your level. Previous clinics have focused on both classic and skate technique on snow, with evening ses­sions on topics such as equipment, waxing, visualization, race strategy and motivation. I know personally that these clinics are challenging, rewarding and fun! To register for a clinic, contact Drew Barney for a brochure at 406/646-W7"- (eve­nings only). You can also check out the West Yellowstone website for registration info at www.iendezvoiisskilrails.com.

The XC Ski Expo will return again with most of the major equipment companies with their newest products and informa­tion for the 200I/2002 season. One of the highlights of the weekend is the huge variety of demo equipment available. This gear is not just for clinic participants, but is accessible to any interested skier. If you play your cards right, you hardly need any of your own equipment!!

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NOVEMBER 2001 TUNA NEWS

West Yellowstone (continued)

#^H^ The ever-popular TUNA Thanksgiving potluck will be held

Thursday evening at ihe Community Protestant Church on the north end of town. The church has been gracious enough lo in-vite us back for our sixth year. TUNA provides turkey, dress­ing, utensils, and non-alcoholic beverages. Everything else is pot-luck. Bring your grandma's secret sweel potato casserole, or whatever else you think would be a hit with hungry skiers. Last year about 60-70 people were Ihere. and it was a great lime. Don't feci restricted to only traditional dishes. With this crowd Thai or lofu goes as well as stuffing and pumpkin pie.

The meal begins around 6:00. but the kitchen will be open earlier if you need to prepare your dish.

Caryl Brown and Susan llallenberg have generously volun­teered to organize this event, Pre-registralion is not necessary, but if you know you're coming, please contact Caryl or Susan:

Caryl HOI-485-260! email: caryl_brown@hotmail.com Susan S01-466-5185 email: sliallenberg@lendleaserei.com

Volunteers are needed with set-up, clean-up and with pro­viding turkeys and stuffing. Hope to see you there!

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TUNA NEWS NOVEMBER 2001

Wasatch Avalanche Journal by Tom Kimbrough

Utah Avalanche Center

September 27. 2001—"Things change, Kundun." ihe old monk says to the adolescent Dalai Lama in ihe movie about the Chinese takeover of Tibet. Inipermanenee is a central ten­ant to Buddhism, the only religion I know o f that emphasizes that change is perhaps ihe most allpervading aspect of our universe...and our human existence. O f course, some grasp of change is the heart of avalanche forecasting, whether you are an off icial forecaster or a weekend backcountry skier. Almost all avalanche accidents are due to a failure to recognize change in the snow pack, or the weather, or the terrain.

Change in our lives certainly accelerated on September 11. The Gay Nineties are Finished. I hope the changes wi l l be mostly for the better. After another summer work ing rescues in ihe Tetons I have a rather low opinion of the average level of resourcefulness and personal responsibility of many of today's hikers and climbers. The cell phone now enables people to call the rescue team right away when the weather worsens or darkness approaches or their supply of smoked oysters grows low. I f ihe aftermath o f September 11 comes down to a man-to-man confrontation between the cell-phoner types and Afghani hi l l men. we won' t stand a chance. On the oilier hand. I have a young friend that I used to c l imb with when be was 13 years-old. He was on his way up the number of grades while 1 was on my way down. For a couple of years

our trajectories intersected and we were compatible c l imbing partners. He was a tough kid back then and he is now a Navy Seal. I wouldn't want to be in Osama's shoes i f Dave B. gels anywhere near h im!

I hope this crisis toughens us as a nation, makes us less de-pendenl on our luxuries and less greedy of ihe world's re­sources. I fear that retaliation w i l l fail to make America a safer place for my family. Doug Peacock suggested on NPR this week that the most courageous thing for America to do would be lo respond with kindness.

My Buddhist vows require me " not to k i l l or condone any act of k i l l i ng . " I have no problem refraining from retaliation or revenge but there is another question that troubles me, Thai question is protection. I f I found myself in a position lo pro­tect the lives of my wife or son by ki l l ing someone. 1 wouldn't hesitate a second. By extension, can I then condone the destruction of those that are actively seeking to k i l l other Americans (or whomever for that mailer)'.' I think the answer is yes and I guess it's good that we have to think about these questions now.

After missing so badly with my pre-season outlook for the winter last year I hesitate to open my mouth again. But. . . sev­eral weather prognosticators foresee a record warm February 2002.

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NOVEMBER 2001 TUNA NEWS

200+ TUNAs lured to annual Salmon Bake

The T U N A Salmon Bake was held last May 19th, at the Soldier Hol low Day Lodge (TUNA's new. unoff icial "'club­house"), and i f you weren't there. I 'm sure you've heard about i l by now. and wish that you were! I 'm sure you heard about the pre-feast activities, such as the Orienteering Cl inic pui on by Kent Thygerson (jusi in case you ever gel lost on the Soldier Hol low trails!), the Heber Valley Bike tour, and the games for the kids.

W H A T D O Y O U G E T W H E N Y O U C O M B I N E over 200 TUNA Members ,

a whole bunch of great sponsors , a brand new Day Lodge,

and 100 pounds of Salmon?

A rollicking GREAT time!!

I 'm sure you heard about the homebrew cocktail hour that just didn't seem to want to end. I 'm sure you've heard by now about Caryl Brown's unexpected talents as social direc­tor and nickname hcstower (OK. maybe they're not all thai unexpected...) I'm sure you heard about the wonderful food, and Donna Slice and Anne Wunnerland's efforts in getting EXACTLY enough salmon, wonderful bread, and the rest of the makings of a wonderful dinner sei before all the pariiers. I'm also positive that you heard about the fabulous array of merchandise that Lurah Klatt and Dean Huber obtained from long-lime T U N A supporters and new sponsors alike. And you heard that in addition to the Silent Auct ion, there was a Live Auct ion presided over by TUNA's own professional em­cee. Taylor Robbins? And door prizes'? And after the food was all gone, and the T U N A member's wallets were all empty, you heard about the dancing? To the Harry Lee and the Backstreet Blues Band-the best band that's ever plugged into the grid al Soldier Hol low.

Wel l , i f you didn't hear about all o f this, you must have been even busier than the Salmon Bake crew has been ever since thai wonderful night in May. And I 'm sure you're won­dering when ihe 2002 Salmon Bake is. so you can plan on joining in ihe fun. Wel l , when the date is sel. you ' l l see it in the TUNA News first. You W I L L want to mark your calendar. You don't want to be sorry for two years in a row, do you?

If you went to the 2001 Salmon Bake (and enjoyed it), tell these people (banks next time you see them: Caryl Brown and Chris Cline—co-chairs and meeting organizers. Donna Slice and Anne Wennerlund-kitchen chiefs and food getters-on-the table. Lurah Klatt and Dean Huber-sponsorship wranglers and goodie picker-uppers. Taylor Robbins-emcee. friend of the band, and "who. me wor ry" smiler-all-the-limer. You can thank our sponsors (listed below) by giv ing them your busi­ness. Thanks also go lo Howard Peterson and the staff at Sol­dier Hollow, the Junior Teams (and their parents). Keni Thygerson. and the T U N A board o f directors.

And finally, i f you really want lo say thanks for the Salmon Bake, jo in us in putting on the 2002 edit ion. It's fun, it 's re­warding, and it's not all that hard! If you're interested, con­tact Chris Cline (801-467-7020) or Caryl Brown (801-485-2601) and say "Sign Me U p ! "

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Preli minar \j 2001 / 2002 Cross Country Ski Race Schedule

DATE

Sat.Dec 6 Sat.Dec 15

Sal.Dec 29 Mon.Dec 31 Sat.Jan 5

Sal.Jan 12

Sat.Jan 19

Tue.Jan 22 Sat.Jan 26 Tue.Jan 29 Sal,Feb 2 Tue.Feb 5 Feb 9-24 Sat.Feb 16 Sal.Mar 2 March 7-16 Sat. Mar 9

Sat,Mar 23

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RACE

White PineTUNA Relay" Was.Cit.SerJUWGames UWGames Biathlon USST Olympic Trials USST Olympic Trials Was.CII.Scr./UWGames UWGames Ski Archery Wasatch Citizens Series U of U Intramurals Wasatch Overland Pioncor XC Ski Race Wild Rose Fun Race

TECHNIQUE

both(3x5) c!ass(10) tree (10} pursuit sprint free (15) free (6) Iree (10) tree (5/10) survival(12) free (3/5/10) any(5)

Was.Cit.Ser./TUNA Champ. pursuit(7/7) Wild Rose Fun Race Boulder Mountain Tour Wild Rose Fun Race 2002 Winler Olympics Potato Cup Sundance Challenge 2002 Winter Paralympics Yellowstone Rendezvous

* Wooden Ski Classic

any(5) lree(30) any(5) Soldier Hollow Iree (?) tree(10)

class(25) free(25/50) ciass(5)

" 1 leg classical and 2 legs

LOCATION START

White Pine 10:00 Soldier Hollow 10:00 Soldier Hollow 1:00 Soldier Hollow 10:00 Soldier Hollow 10:00 White Pine 10:00 While Pine 2:00 Mountain Dell 10:00 Mountain Dell 2:00 Bnghton->ParkCily9:00 Soda Springs. ID TBA Mountain Dell 4:30 White Pine Farm 10:00 Mountain Dell 4:30 Sun Valley 10:00 Mountain Dell 4:30

Mink Creek. ID TBA Sundance 10:00 Soldier Hollow Wesl Yellowstone 8:45 Wesl Yelfowslone 9:00 Alta 10:30

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This race schedule is published and distribuled compliments ol Mountain Athletics'" by Timberland and The Utah Nordic Alliance (TUNA).

For more up-lodalo information, call the TUNA Cross Country Ski Hotline at 161 -9000 or check the TUNA web page al www.utahnordic.com

December Race Calendar Call the TUNA hotline or rare contact number it) confirm event locations, times, etc.

SATURDAY, D E C E M B E R 8 White Pine/TUNA X-C Ski Relay place: time: distance: technique: registration: fee: contact: sponsors:

While Pine Touring Center, Park City 10:00 3 x 5 km. 1 leg classical, 2 legs free 8:30 lo 9:30 (teams may be formed there) TUNA members S5, others 57 White Pine. 615-5800(PC)/ 521-2135(SLC) White Pine, TUNA

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15 Wasatch Citizens Series / Utah Winter Games place: time: distance: technique: registration: fee: contact: sponsor:

Soldier Hollow. Wasatch Mountain State Park Juniors 10:00. others 10:20 juniors 1-5 km., novices 5 km., others 10 km. classical 8:30 to 9:30 juniors $5. TUNA members $10. others S12 While Pine. 615-5800(PC) / 521-21351SLC) Wild Rose

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FOR SALE: PRO SKI R1 ROLLER SKI w/NNN 2 bindings. Like New. S175. Call Bill at 435-658-5400 (days) or 435-649-1943 (eves).

TUNA NEWS NOVEMBER 2001

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• Salmon Bake ticket discounts

• Discounts on lodging at select motels

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WHITE PINE TOURING 201 Heber Ave, Park City, UT 84068 Ph: (435) 649-8710 WILD ROSE MOUNTAIN SPORTS 702 Third Ave., SLC, UT 84103 Ph: (801) 533-8671

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