Lander Nordic
2024 Winter Challenge
Set your own goal.
Join us for the second annual Lander Nordic Winter Challenge!
This year's Winter Challenge is a 9-week virtual challenge from Dec 30th-Feb 29th (referred to as the challenge period). Participants choose between a 200km or 100km challenge goal. Throughout the challenge period skiers will log their kilometers on the event website and watch their progress along the virtual route. At the end of the challenge period, all skiers who make their goal will receive a limited edition Lander Nordic Nordic Hat!
How it works
Register for either the 200km or 100km Challenge. All categories are freestyle (classic or skate). Choose what's best for you!
Upon registration participants will be given the option to sync a Strava account. This is optional.
Strava: Any qualifying Nordic activity will be imported to your ski log. You will still need to log into SkiReg after each activity for the import to update the leaderboard. You can do this daily/weekly, etc.
Manual: If you don't want to use Stava, you can enter your distance manually by logging into SkiReg and clicking the “Enter Data” button on the event page.
Ski! Ski anytime, any place, between Dec 30th - Feb 29th.
Check the leaderboard to see your stats!
Claim your SWAG at the LNSA Membership Appreciation Party on Feb 29th.
Achievements/Awards
All participants will receive a custom pair of Lander Nordic Ski ties for participating.
Participants who reach their challenge goal will receive a custom LNSA Nordic Hat!
Teams
Form a team with your friends or workplace and compete to see how many miles you can do together!*
The teams with the most and highest average miles at the end of the challenge will be announced at the end of event party.
You can add/edit your team name through Feb 15th, so don’t worry about signing up if you haven’t got the details worked out yet.
*Joining a team does not disqualify you from the personal challenge
Registration
Registration is open NOW-Feb 17.
Event costs $30 per person for non-members and $25 for members. Member discount codes will be coming in Member Email. Stay tuned!
Children under 12 are free. Use promo code KIDSSKIFREE at checkout. Registration must be done separately from adult registration.
Why does this event cost money? The event fee covers the operational costs of the event (yes, there are costs). This allows member dollars to continue to go toward grooming (what we actually care about) while allowing the event to be self sustaining. Any extra money generated by the event goes right back into grooming.
FAQs
Where can I ski?
Anywhere! Any nordic skiing at ANY location will count toward your overall distance goal.
If I sign up late will I still get credit for skiing I’ve already done?
Yes. Any skiing previously done during the challenge period will count toward your overall distance. These kilometers will get added to your log automatically when you sync Strava. Or you can add them manually.
How do I add data/sync my Strava account?
After the event starts, go to the event page on skireg. Click the Enter Data tab. Scroll down and elect if you want the platform to show a link to your strava profile on the leaderboard. You can edit this setting later if desired. Click save. On the next page click the link for add data. You will see the Sync Strava option and will be prompted to sync your account. There is no need to enter your data manually.
What kind of skiing counts?
Only Nordic skiing counts toward distance goals. Resort skiing does not count.
Do I need Strava to participate?
No, but it is highly recommended. If participants choose not to use a Strava account they may elect to add their miles manually. This is a bit time consuming, and is entirely on the honor system.
The Strava App can be downloaded and used for free with any smartphone. If you are new to Strava, here is a helpful guide to get you started. Using Strava adds an important social component to the event.
How do Teams work?
Enter your team name on the event registration page if applicable. Team names can be added/edited if needed. Team miles will be calculated at the end of the event and announced at the end of event party.
Two team categories will be recognized: The team with the most overall miles, and the team with the highest average miles per team member.
Participating with a team does not disqualify you from the individual challenge.
Who can participate?
This event is open to everyone. You do not need to be a member of LNSA, or live in Lander, to participate in this challenge, however clearly you love to ski, so why not join and support the trails you enjoy. If you live out of town let us know the best way to get you your SWAG (small shipping charges may apply).
Do I need a special GPS device to participate?
Not necessarily, although they are sure handy for keeping track of kilometers. Most smartphones have basic GPS and will work just fine for the purposes of this challenge when used with Strava or other similar app.
How do I edit my registration or challenge goal?
Login to Skireg.com and click on your events. Select Lander Nordic Winter Challenge and then click the link for enter data. Scroll down and select the “PARTICIPANT REGISTRATION INFO” link. You will be taken to a page that will allow you to update your information.
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