NEWS
New 40km Skate race for the Pustertaler race weekend
Joining the race program this season will be a new 40km skate race taking place on the Sunday, this will give three options this season, 62 & 30km classic races on the Saturday and the 40km skate on Sunday.
Race information for the Pustertaler
Joining the race program this season will be a new 40km skate race taking place on the Sunday, this will give three options this season, 62 & 30km classic races on the Saturday and the 40km skate on Sunday.
Race information for the Pustertaler
Bike & Roller Ski Track Austria to Italy
Looking for a long bike or roller ski trail, then the take a look at the Lienz to Dobbiaco path, 48km, following the river railway line, so makes for a nice flat roller ski.
Take the bus from Obertilliach to Tassanbach which is at the half way point, or change and catch the train to Lienz.
Link to the rout information
Looking for a long bike or roller ski trail, then the take a look at the Lienz to Dobbiaco path, 48km, following the river railway line, so makes for a nice flat roller ski.
Take the bus from Obertilliach to Tassanbach which is at the half way point, or change and catch the train to Lienz.
Link to the rout information
September Summer Training In Obertilliach
First weeks of summer training in Obertilliach, plenty of mountains to train in on the mountain and road bike.
(Update 5th September) Planing for the winter season
With the current COVID-19 situation across Europe and in the UK and quarantine been imposed on return to the UK from a number of country's in Europe, it makes for very difficult planing for any winter ski trip at the current time. With ever changing advice from the UK government on which country will be added or removed from the quarantine list, we at Totally Nordic fully understand that committing to a winter course will be hard.
So this winter season, we will be able to offer very flexible course dates, and adjust the pricing as required with payment for any of the course made at the end of the course. We hope that the situation in Europe will change soon and travel restrictions will be lifted.
Racing is also unclear on what the situation will be, but the majority of all the marathon races are planing to go ahead with the racing, may this be in a modified format, small ground starts or time trials, but again this situation could change depending on the current COVID-19 situation in each country.
Totally Nordic will still be in Obertilliach this winter season, and will still be running all the published courses.
With the current COVID-19 situation across Europe and in the UK and quarantine been imposed on return to the UK from a number of country's in Europe, it makes for very difficult planing for any winter ski trip at the current time. With ever changing advice from the UK government on which country will be added or removed from the quarantine list, we at Totally Nordic fully understand that committing to a winter course will be hard.
So this winter season, we will be able to offer very flexible course dates, and adjust the pricing as required with payment for any of the course made at the end of the course. We hope that the situation in Europe will change soon and travel restrictions will be lifted.
Racing is also unclear on what the situation will be, but the majority of all the marathon races are planing to go ahead with the racing, may this be in a modified format, small ground starts or time trials, but again this situation could change depending on the current COVID-19 situation in each country.
Totally Nordic will still be in Obertilliach this winter season, and will still be running all the published courses.
Returning to Obertilliach
Totally Nordic will be returning to Obertilliach at the start of September for summer training and is able to offer a number of summer training courses, from roller ski training, instruction, mountain running & tours, mountain biking and much more.
Courses dates will be as needed to match your travel plans.
Travel to Austria 7 Germany are at this time possible with flights to Germany and Austria, with travel to Obertilliach via train or bus from many airports.
Contact Totally Nordic for more information on what we can offer
Totally Nordic will be returning to Obertilliach at the start of September for summer training and is able to offer a number of summer training courses, from roller ski training, instruction, mountain running & tours, mountain biking and much more.
Courses dates will be as needed to match your travel plans.
Travel to Austria 7 Germany are at this time possible with flights to Germany and Austria, with travel to Obertilliach via train or bus from many airports.
Contact Totally Nordic for more information on what we can offer
Preparing For The Winter Season
With travel restrictions been lifted at the moment, and cross country ski resorts across Europe actively looking at a great winter season to come, maybe with still some social distancing measures in place, Flights are starting to restart to most major international airports across Europe. And we all at Totally Nordic are looking forward to the new winter season, with great snow, we are taking bookings for all the course
Still many month of the summer season to go, with roller ski course starting to ramp back up again, and we hope next month to hold a few roller ski races as well.
With travel restrictions been lifted at the moment, and cross country ski resorts across Europe actively looking at a great winter season to come, maybe with still some social distancing measures in place, Flights are starting to restart to most major international airports across Europe. And we all at Totally Nordic are looking forward to the new winter season, with great snow, we are taking bookings for all the course
Still many month of the summer season to go, with roller ski course starting to ramp back up again, and we hope next month to hold a few roller ski races as well.
Back to Roller Ski Instruction (Updated 25th June)
We hope early in July we will be in a position to once again be teaching roller skiing, with COVID-19 restrictions been relaxed but not within the sports sector at the current time. So sit tight we will be back very soon, and still plenty of the summer season to go yet.
We hope early in July we will be in a position to once again be teaching roller skiing, with COVID-19 restrictions been relaxed but not within the sports sector at the current time. So sit tight we will be back very soon, and still plenty of the summer season to go yet.
Back to instructing very soon (Update Posted 26th May)
We hope very soon that we will be able to return to group instructing and coaching with the easing of COVID-19 restrictions, as soon as we are in a position to offer group instruction and coaching we will let you all know.
In the meantime we are still running online strength programs and advice for general summer training.
We hope very soon that we will be able to return to group instructing and coaching with the easing of COVID-19 restrictions, as soon as we are in a position to offer group instruction and coaching we will let you all know.
In the meantime we are still running online strength programs and advice for general summer training.
Summer Training
With warm sunny days, time to look at your summer training program in preparation for the winter season to come. Depending on your goals for the winter season, from racing at FIS events, ski marathons, touring or just exploring the ski trails. There is always a training program to fit your goal.
Totally Nordic is able to assist with training programs for the summer months, and into the winter season, and in time roller ski courses, strength training and testing.
With warm sunny days, time to look at your summer training program in preparation for the winter season to come. Depending on your goals for the winter season, from racing at FIS events, ski marathons, touring or just exploring the ski trails. There is always a training program to fit your goal.
Totally Nordic is able to assist with training programs for the summer months, and into the winter season, and in time roller ski courses, strength training and testing.
Summer Season Equipment Checks & Selection
The summer season has started for most of us, and time to look at your summer ski equipment and general maintenance due on the roller skis, poles.
Making sure that your roller skis are in good working order will give you piece of mind that they will not have a mechanical problem when out training, but also eliminate potential techniques associated with bad roller skis.
It is always a good idea to give your roller skis a once over at the start of the season, and also a few times during the season, check for loose wheel bolts, broken or cracked shafts, misaligned wheels, broken or worn bindings. if anything looks a little worn, then best advice is to replace it.
A great video which goes over the set up of your roller skis and ski poles.
The summer season has started for most of us, and time to look at your summer ski equipment and general maintenance due on the roller skis, poles.
Making sure that your roller skis are in good working order will give you piece of mind that they will not have a mechanical problem when out training, but also eliminate potential techniques associated with bad roller skis.
It is always a good idea to give your roller skis a once over at the start of the season, and also a few times during the season, check for loose wheel bolts, broken or cracked shafts, misaligned wheels, broken or worn bindings. if anything looks a little worn, then best advice is to replace it.
A great video which goes over the set up of your roller skis and ski poles.
New 2020 - 2021 Course Dates
We have updated all the course dates for the 2020 - 2021 winter season, with a few changes, this season we will be offering three skate weeks for all levels, plus all the standard weeks for all levels in both classic and skate.
The Dolomitenlauf and Dobbiaco to Cortina weeks are combined this season as both races take place on the same weekend. This give you the options to mix and match which races you would like to take part in.
In time we will have more information about this week with details about races and travel to and from each event.
We have also extended the winter season in Obertilliach with an early season course in November and also a few later weeks at the end of season.
Other options we are looking into are a few later season trips to Norway, to take part in a number of races, but also just a few weeks of late season skiing.
We have updated all the course dates for the 2020 - 2021 winter season, with a few changes, this season we will be offering three skate weeks for all levels, plus all the standard weeks for all levels in both classic and skate.
The Dolomitenlauf and Dobbiaco to Cortina weeks are combined this season as both races take place on the same weekend. This give you the options to mix and match which races you would like to take part in.
In time we will have more information about this week with details about races and travel to and from each event.
We have also extended the winter season in Obertilliach with an early season course in November and also a few later weeks at the end of season.
Other options we are looking into are a few later season trips to Norway, to take part in a number of races, but also just a few weeks of late season skiing.
Looking to the 2020 - 2021 Winter Season
Already looking forward to the next winter season starting in November in Obertilliach, plenty of planning to do over the next month with course dates, which marathon and local races we will have on offer this season. A few changes to come with a number of the marathon races moving dates.
We will also offer a second skate week this season, and work with the roller ski club in the UK to offer a program or training over the summer months and transfer this onto snow.
Other news is that we are talking with Antholz, resort to offer a number of week long course for those who would like to have a week of biathlon and cross country ski instruction. Antholz just hosted the Biathlon World Championships, and has much to offer for ski trails, hotels and biathlon training.
Already looking forward to the next winter season starting in November in Obertilliach, plenty of planning to do over the next month with course dates, which marathon and local races we will have on offer this season. A few changes to come with a number of the marathon races moving dates.
We will also offer a second skate week this season, and work with the roller ski club in the UK to offer a program or training over the summer months and transfer this onto snow.
Other news is that we are talking with Antholz, resort to offer a number of week long course for those who would like to have a week of biathlon and cross country ski instruction. Antholz just hosted the Biathlon World Championships, and has much to offer for ski trails, hotels and biathlon training.
Winter Season Round Up
What a season, for Totally Nordic it was a great season for snow in Obertilliach, and across the boarder into Italy. With snow arriving in November, and a lot, it set up Obertilliach to open up all the ski trails, which is a first for many years..
Course had a great uptake this season, with many taking part in the Dolomitenlauf Ski Marathon week, which this season had a great new classic race starting in the valley below Obertilliach and finishing in Leinz.
A big thanks to the London Hyde Park roller ski club and the Roller Ski Co for sending so many skiers out to Obertilliach.
Skate week is always a great week with many learning to skate on snow for the first time, and many transferring over from roller skiing.
Very lucky this season that only one marathon race was cancelled, the Engadin Ski Marathon. All the others races took place with great racing, snow and much fun.
What is the next step for Totally Nordic, well, no winter season in Australia due to the COVID - 19 virus, so Totally Nordic will stay for the meantime in the UK, and offer a new online strength and training program, to keep you all fit and healthy for the next winter season.
Information on this new offering at Summer Training
We are all going to have difficult times ahead, but Totally Nordic will always be able to help and motivate with your limited training opportunity's, and we can develop a structured training program for each week.
What a season, for Totally Nordic it was a great season for snow in Obertilliach, and across the boarder into Italy. With snow arriving in November, and a lot, it set up Obertilliach to open up all the ski trails, which is a first for many years..
Course had a great uptake this season, with many taking part in the Dolomitenlauf Ski Marathon week, which this season had a great new classic race starting in the valley below Obertilliach and finishing in Leinz.
A big thanks to the London Hyde Park roller ski club and the Roller Ski Co for sending so many skiers out to Obertilliach.
Skate week is always a great week with many learning to skate on snow for the first time, and many transferring over from roller skiing.
Very lucky this season that only one marathon race was cancelled, the Engadin Ski Marathon. All the others races took place with great racing, snow and much fun.
What is the next step for Totally Nordic, well, no winter season in Australia due to the COVID - 19 virus, so Totally Nordic will stay for the meantime in the UK, and offer a new online strength and training program, to keep you all fit and healthy for the next winter season.
Information on this new offering at Summer Training
We are all going to have difficult times ahead, but Totally Nordic will always be able to help and motivate with your limited training opportunity's, and we can develop a structured training program for each week.
Engadin Ski Marathon Cancelled Due to corona virus
A big shame to all those who booked onto the course leading up to the ski marathon, but Totally Nordic will be back for the 2021 race week, keep looking at the Engadin website for information about refunds, or we hope your will be able to move your start place to next years event.
Over the past three seasons the Engadin Ski Marathon has closed its entry's very early on, so make sure you enter as soon as possible to ensure that you will have a race spot
A big shame to all those who booked onto the course leading up to the ski marathon, but Totally Nordic will be back for the 2021 race week, keep looking at the Engadin website for information about refunds, or we hope your will be able to move your start place to next years event.
Over the past three seasons the Engadin Ski Marathon has closed its entry's very early on, so make sure you enter as soon as possible to ensure that you will have a race spot
Winter is still going strong in Obertilliach
The winter season in Obertilliach Austria has still great snow and skiing on all the trials, even with this warm weather over the past few weeks, it has not affected the skiing at all.
Planning for next season all ready in progress, with new course dates to be published within the next few months, once the season comes to an end in Norway for Totally Nordic and the Snowsports England course
Still plenty of time to still find a little time to get those skis on until the season comes to an end.
The winter season in Obertilliach Austria has still great snow and skiing on all the trials, even with this warm weather over the past few weeks, it has not affected the skiing at all.
Planning for next season all ready in progress, with new course dates to be published within the next few months, once the season comes to an end in Norway for Totally Nordic and the Snowsports England course
Still plenty of time to still find a little time to get those skis on until the season comes to an end.
A great winter season in Obertilliach
From early November into February the village of Obertilliach has had some of the best skiing in Europe, with great snow, cold temperatures and more trails open than any other season.
A venue which has become a training home for many national teams training for biathlon and cross country skiing due to the great snow conditions, trails and shooting range. Not many resorts you can ski along side Olympic gold medal winners each day.
From early November into February the village of Obertilliach has had some of the best skiing in Europe, with great snow, cold temperatures and more trails open than any other season.
A venue which has become a training home for many national teams training for biathlon and cross country skiing due to the great snow conditions, trails and shooting range. Not many resorts you can ski along side Olympic gold medal winners each day.
14th November Lots & lots of snow
Central Europe has seen a heavy snow falls over the past few days with the majority falling in southern Austria, looks like a great start to the winter season
Still places available on a number of the Obertilliach course this winter season, with a new option for Pay Per Lesson, you decide on when you would like a lesson during the week. A great option for those who just need a few technical changes or advice.
Central Europe has seen a heavy snow falls over the past few days with the majority falling in southern Austria, looks like a great start to the winter season
Still places available on a number of the Obertilliach course this winter season, with a new option for Pay Per Lesson, you decide on when you would like a lesson during the week. A great option for those who just need a few technical changes or advice.
Snow has arrived early 10th November 2019
With early snow arriving across most parts of Europe, Obertilliach and a number of other resorts are opening on the 11th November, and looks like a good week of snow falls to come.
With early snow arriving across most parts of Europe, Obertilliach and a number of other resorts are opening on the 11th November, and looks like a good week of snow falls to come.
Back to roller ski training and instructing
With less than a month until the start of the winter season with Totally Nordic, back to roller ski training and instructing in London and a few great location in the London area.
Training on roller ski is a great way to correct your technique, and to increase you snow ready fitness and strength. Lots of options with the Rollerski Co for instruction.
With less than a month until the start of the winter season with Totally Nordic, back to roller ski training and instructing in London and a few great location in the London area.
Training on roller ski is a great way to correct your technique, and to increase you snow ready fitness and strength. Lots of options with the Rollerski Co for instruction.
Winter is coming new season 2019 - 2020
With only a few months to go until the start of the new winter season in Europe a few new race options have been announced, The Pustertal Ski Marathon this season has two options, the long standing 62 km classic race with a new finish location this season, and a new 42 km classic race, with the finish on the Prato Piazza pass, this race is for the first 200 who enter, so be quick to take this amazing opportunity.
The second change is the Dolomitenlauf ski marathon with the classic race taking on the course along the valley below Obertillaich all the way to Lienz
The skate race will take place in Obertillaich.
With only a few months to go until the start of the new winter season in Europe a few new race options have been announced, The Pustertal Ski Marathon this season has two options, the long standing 62 km classic race with a new finish location this season, and a new 42 km classic race, with the finish on the Prato Piazza pass, this race is for the first 200 who enter, so be quick to take this amazing opportunity.
The second change is the Dolomitenlauf ski marathon with the classic race taking on the course along the valley below Obertillaich all the way to Lienz
The skate race will take place in Obertillaich.
Winter 2019 - 2020 News
New course dates for the 2019 - 2020 winter season have been updated, with a few new course dates and venues to be published in the next week,
A new pre season roller ski course in London will be announced soon, for October, this will be a 5 day two hour per day course to prepare you for the winter season. More information coming soon.
Later season winter courses as well will coming, extending the winter season for Totally Nordic to other location
New course dates for the 2019 - 2020 winter season have been updated, with a few new course dates and venues to be published in the next week,
A new pre season roller ski course in London will be announced soon, for October, this will be a 5 day two hour per day course to prepare you for the winter season. More information coming soon.
Later season winter courses as well will coming, extending the winter season for Totally Nordic to other location
Engadin Ski Marathon 2019 Review
We are working on the 2020 instruction and coaching course leading up to the marathon race, also a new training and coaching program for the summer months to prepare you for the marathon race.
We are working on the 2020 instruction and coaching course leading up to the marathon race, also a new training and coaching program for the summer months to prepare you for the marathon race.
New ski equipment for 2019 - 2020 season
Plenty of new equipment from all manufactures for the 2019 - 2020, big developments with classic skin skis, light weight full carbon skate and classic boots.
Plenty of new equipment from all manufactures for the 2019 - 2020, big developments with classic skin skis, light weight full carbon skate and classic boots.
Back to roller skiing
A week of roller skiing back in London with the Roller Ski Co, still a week of skiing to come in Norway with Snowsports England, then off to start the next winter season in Australia at Lake Mountain Alpine Resort.
Plenty of developments to come with Totally Nordic over the summer months, and leading into the winter season in Europe. development for Winter Triathlon training weeks in Obertilliach, Engadin ski marathon week training programs, later season races and courses to be confirmed.
A week of roller skiing back in London with the Roller Ski Co, still a week of skiing to come in Norway with Snowsports England, then off to start the next winter season in Australia at Lake Mountain Alpine Resort.
Plenty of developments to come with Totally Nordic over the summer months, and leading into the winter season in Europe. development for Winter Triathlon training weeks in Obertilliach, Engadin ski marathon week training programs, later season races and courses to be confirmed.
Getting Started With Strength Training
Make an early start to your strength training program ready for the next winter season
Make an early start to your strength training program ready for the next winter season
Plenty of snow in Obertilliach 07/02/2019
The winter season in Obertilliach has seen over the last week a good snow delivery of over 1.5 meters, making for amazing cross country skiing along the full length of the valley. With this season a number of new trails opened up to and from the village area.
The winter season in Obertilliach has seen over the last week a good snow delivery of over 1.5 meters, making for amazing cross country skiing along the full length of the valley. With this season a number of new trails opened up to and from the village area.
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Trails are open in Obertilliach 15/12/2018
Today the majority of the ski trails in and around Obertilliach are open, with cold temperatures, and snow over the past few days the valley has been transformed back to winter.
This week Obertilliach will host the IBU biathlon races, with three British athletes taking part in a number of events and the new Super Sprint competition. Follow all the biathlon results - IBU Results
Today the majority of the ski trails in and around Obertilliach are open, with cold temperatures, and snow over the past few days the valley has been transformed back to winter.
This week Obertilliach will host the IBU biathlon races, with three British athletes taking part in a number of events and the new Super Sprint competition. Follow all the biathlon results - IBU Results
Obertilliach Open For The Season
Training loops are open from the 15th November
Training loops are open from the 15th November
Obertilliach Early Season Training Loop
Obertilliach has stated preparations for the laying of the early season training loops from snow produced at the end of last season, this will allow for training to take place from mid November
Obertilliach has stated preparations for the laying of the early season training loops from snow produced at the end of last season, this will allow for training to take place from mid November
New race distance for the Pustertaler ski marathon
A new race distance has been added to this years Pustertaler ski marathon, 35 km or 60 km. With this new shorter distance, it will be a fantastic opportunity to race the Pustertaler course, but stop short of the harder second half of the race course, which has some nasty long climbs in the last 10 km.
Been a classic race, both distance are a good build up for those who maybe looking at taking part in the Vassaloppet later in the season. with the 60 km Pustertaler distance a good test race for the 90 km Vassaloppet event.
A new race distance has been added to this years Pustertaler ski marathon, 35 km or 60 km. With this new shorter distance, it will be a fantastic opportunity to race the Pustertaler course, but stop short of the harder second half of the race course, which has some nasty long climbs in the last 10 km.
Been a classic race, both distance are a good build up for those who maybe looking at taking part in the Vassaloppet later in the season. with the 60 km Pustertaler distance a good test race for the 90 km Vassaloppet event.
Winter In Australia August 2018
With an early start to the season across Australia, it has been a great season for snow, with a few more weeks to go before we start looking forward to a short summer break, before heading back to the UK for a few weeks of roller ski coaching.
Plenty of time to look at planing your next winter trip to Europe and maybe take part in one of many cross country ski races.
With an early start to the season across Australia, it has been a great season for snow, with a few more weeks to go before we start looking forward to a short summer break, before heading back to the UK for a few weeks of roller ski coaching.
Plenty of time to look at planing your next winter trip to Europe and maybe take part in one of many cross country ski races.
2018 - 2019 Trip Dates
We have almost all the trips on the website, with a few new options for this season, two training weeks, which will push you a little harder and for those who wish to work on the technical elements of the sports, but also the training and getting the distance work in.
Classic and skate weeks once again, two weeks for those who wish to just focus on one technique.
A new trip to Norway for this season will be announced very soon, or maybe two or three trips, we are looking at expanding to offer later trips in the season to Norway.
2018 - 2019 Rossignol Ski Testing
Testing the new Rossignol S2 W-iUM Premium skate ski and the new C2 Premium R-Skin classic ski.
Testing the new Rossignol S2 W-iUM Premium skate ski and the new C2 Premium R-Skin classic ski.
Roller ski training for the winter season
Roller skiing in the UK has been developing over the past few years with many ski clubs offering weekly training programs for all levels, if you are totally new to cross country skiing and looking at a winter trip then a good starting point is to contact Snowsport England, who will be able to suggest a local ski club or a number of roller ski courses which are running this summer across the UK.
With a good technical coaching and instruction on roller skis, the transition to skiing on snow is a quick process and almost all would be able to take part in a ski marathon at the end of a weeks on snow instruction.
Roller skiing in the UK has been developing over the past few years with many ski clubs offering weekly training programs for all levels, if you are totally new to cross country skiing and looking at a winter trip then a good starting point is to contact Snowsport England, who will be able to suggest a local ski club or a number of roller ski courses which are running this summer across the UK.
With a good technical coaching and instruction on roller skis, the transition to skiing on snow is a quick process and almost all would be able to take part in a ski marathon at the end of a weeks on snow instruction.
Skin Tec classic ski developments
Over the past few seasons each ski manufacturer was been working hard to develop the best possible grip and glide possible, this season it has been seen that a few company's have made major steps forward in this area. The main player has to be Atomic with there new Redstar C9 Classic ski, also Madshus and Fischer. all producing top end classic skis with a skin material for the grip area.
What has this done for the ski industry, opened up classic skiing to those who looked the other way when it come to applying grip wax, and just wished to skate. It is more just a case of pull out the classic skin tech skis and head out for a great days skiing, but also racing, with great results from top skiers in a number of marathon events this season.
Early next winter the full line up of new skis from the likes of Salomon, Fisher, Atomic, Madshus, Ski Trab and Rossignol will all have a new line up of top performing classic skis.
Over the past few seasons each ski manufacturer was been working hard to develop the best possible grip and glide possible, this season it has been seen that a few company's have made major steps forward in this area. The main player has to be Atomic with there new Redstar C9 Classic ski, also Madshus and Fischer. all producing top end classic skis with a skin material for the grip area.
What has this done for the ski industry, opened up classic skiing to those who looked the other way when it come to applying grip wax, and just wished to skate. It is more just a case of pull out the classic skin tech skis and head out for a great days skiing, but also racing, with great results from top skiers in a number of marathon events this season.
Early next winter the full line up of new skis from the likes of Salomon, Fisher, Atomic, Madshus, Ski Trab and Rossignol will all have a new line up of top performing classic skis.
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New Classic Ski Pole Length Rules
FIS rule regarding the length of classic ski poles for racing,
Must be 83% of skier height when measured in ski boots, pole length measured from tip to point at which strap exits handle.
FIS rule regarding the length of classic ski poles for racing,
Must be 83% of skier height when measured in ski boots, pole length measured from tip to point at which strap exits handle.