OUR MISSION
NORDICMAN was created to popularize Nordic skiing in California and introduce the world to the unique winter culture of the Sierra Nevada mountains.
Our mission is to bring more people into cross-country skiing through challenge, community and discovery, while showcasing Tahoe as one of the best places in North America for a long Nordic ski season.
Our mission is to bring more people into cross-country skiing through challenge, community and discovery, while showcasing Tahoe as one of the best places in North America for a long Nordic ski season.
Inspired by the Nordic sking in Tahoe
HOW NORDICMAN WORKS
Whether you are just starting your Nordic ski journey or looking for your next big endurance challenge, NORDICMAN helps you prepare, experience Tahoe and complete your own 100K story.
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Decide to become a NORDICMAN
Choose your challenge and start your journey now.
Our coaches can help you build a personalized online-training plan and prepare for your first 100K adventure step by step.
Choose your challenge and start your journey now.
Our coaches can help you build a personalized online-training plan and prepare for your first 100K adventure step by step.
Complete your 100K story
Race solo, finish as a relay team, or complete 100K throughout the camp week.
One week. One challenge. One story for life.
Race solo, finish as a relay team, or complete 100K throughout the camp week.
One week. One challenge. One story for life.
Experience the NORDICMAN week in Tahoe
Come to our Camp, ski different Tahoe Nordic areas, adapt to altitude, train with coaches, join clinics, meet the community and experience the Sierra Nevada winter lifestyle.
Come to our Camp, ski different Tahoe Nordic areas, adapt to altitude, train with coaches, join clinics, meet the community and experience the Sierra Nevada winter lifestyle.
CAMP
NORDICMAN Camp is a week-long Nordic ski experience in the Sierra Nevada mountains designed to help participants adapt, train and prepare for the final 100K challenge.
The race takes place at over 6,600+ ft / 2,000 meters above sea level. For athletes coming from lower elevations, proper acclimatization is essential.
To become a true NORDICMAN Camp finisher, participants must complete a total of 100 kilometers on skis during the camp week.
The race takes place at over 6,600+ ft / 2,000 meters above sea level. For athletes coming from lower elevations, proper acclimatization is essential.
To become a true NORDICMAN Camp finisher, participants must complete a total of 100 kilometers on skis during the camp week.
Altitude, coaching, community
What will we do at the camp?
We will ski at six different locations. Each day will bring new trails, new views, and unforgettable experiences. Every day we will spend from 2 to 5 hours on skis, skiing at a relaxed and comfortable pace, with coaching sessions, clinics and ski testing opportunities throughout the week.
In the evenings, we will gather for community dinners, workshops, recovery sessions, hot springs trips and relaxed social events. The camp is not only about skiing, but also about sharing the Nordic lifestyle and spending time with like-minded people.
- Training with a coachWe will teach you how to ski skate and classic easily and confidently. We will analyze your technique using video. We will also run workshops on the most in-demand topics.
- Daytime temp is
36-41°FThe weather in this region is usually sunny and stable. Heavy snowfalls happen about once every two months and usually last no more than two days. - Snow conditionsThe snow cover reaches several meters. Snow stays here until the end of May.
- Evening recovery in the hot springsIn the evenings, we recover in the hot tube. We rent a house with a jacuzzi for camp participants.
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trails are at an elevation of 6,600FT
Our programs take into account that skiing at this altitude requires proper adaptation. - Family-friendly vacationYou can come with your whole family. At the resorts, it is possible to rent skis and snowshoes.
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Want to see California?If you are traveling from far away, we will help you organize an interesting sightseeing program for your entire trip. - The memories will stay with you for a long timeAll our program takes place surrounded by stunning winter mountain landscapes. You will truly enjoy skiing.
- Have questions?leave your message through a form, and we will be happy to get back to you.
WHY JOIN OUR CAMP
Ski-Eat-Sleep-Repeat. We’ll take care of everything else.
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COMPLETE YOUR FIRST 100K ON SKIS -
SKI SIX TAHOE NORDIC AREAS -
ADAPT TO HIGH ALTITUDE -
LEARN FROM PROFESSIONAL COACHES -
FAMILY-FRIENDLY EXPERIENCE -
HOT SPRINGS & COMMUNITY NIGHTS
THE TOUGHEST SKI RACE IN THE WORLD
Become a NORDICMAN
you must finish 100K on skis in the high mountains
RACE
100 kilometers on Nordic skis in the mountains at more than 6,600 ft / 2,000 meters above sea level.
This is not just a long ski race.
It is a test of endurance, resilience and determination.
Altitude, mountain terrain, spring conditions and the nonstop format make NORDICMAN one of the toughest endurance challenges in Nordic skiing.
To become a NORDICMAN, you must finish the full 100K challenge in the mountains.
This is not just a long ski race.
It is a test of endurance, resilience and determination.
Altitude, mountain terrain, spring conditions and the nonstop format make NORDICMAN one of the toughest endurance challenges in Nordic skiing.
To become a NORDICMAN, you must finish the full 100K challenge in the mountains.
100K ski ultramarathon
10-15K LOOP COURSE
AID STATION EVERY LAP
CREW SUPPORT ALLOWED
CHANGING SNOW CONDITIONS
LIMITED TO 100 PARTICIPANTS
SKI MARATHON EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
FIRST YEAR - FIRST 100!
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Completing 100K solo is a serious challenge. But completing it as a team is much more achievable and just as memorable.
Build a relay team with friends, family members, club teammates or fellow NORDICMAN Camp participants. We'll help connect participants and form teams if needed.
Whether you're chasing a big goal together or simply looking for an unforgettable adventure, the Relay Team format is one of the best ways to experience NORDICMAN.
Build a relay team with friends, family members, club teammates or fellow NORDICMAN Camp participants. We'll help connect participants and form teams if needed.
- Teams of up to 5 people
- Each teammate skis one or more sections
- All team members finish together
- Club, family and mixed teams welcome
- A fun and accessible way to become a NORDICMAN
Whether you're chasing a big goal together or simply looking for an unforgettable adventure, the Relay Team format is one of the best ways to experience NORDICMAN.
100K. One Team. One Finish Line.
INTERESTED IN THE RELAY TEAM FORMAT?
Submit your application and we'll help you get started.
CHOOSE YOUR CHALLENGE
Build a team of friends, club members or family and conquer the NordicMan course together.
100 kilometers on Nordic skis through the mountains of Tahoe. One day. One finish line. One story for life.
Spend a full week skiing Tahoe's Nordic resorts, learning from coaches and preparing for your 100K challenge.
Housing, coaching, transportation, community events and the complete NordicMan experience.
per athlete
RELAY
Complete 100K together
$199
SOLO RACE
The full NORDICMAN experience
$299
CAMP
ALL-INCLUSIVE
Train. Adapt.
Explore Tahoe.
Explore Tahoe.
$900
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NUMBERS
The signature distance at the heart of NORDICMAN.
NORDICMAN in
Core challenge
100K
Nordic areas
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Six Nordic resorts and ski areas across one of North America's snowiest regions.
Groomed trails across Truckee / Tahoe. Nordic season often lasts until late April.
Groomed trails
200K
6,600+
High-altitude Nordic terrain. Over 6,600 ft / 2,000 m above sea level.
100
30+
7days
Spots only
Hours on skis
Event week
SCHEDULE
NORDICMAN week schedule
Arrival day in Tahoe
MAR 21
Participant registration, camp opening, welcome meeting, ski fitting and rental assistance at local Truckee Nordic centers, followed by a community evening.
Arrival • Welcome Meeting • Ski Rentals
NORDICMAN Camp Week
MAR 22-26
Spend your mornings skiing across six Tahoe Nordic resorts with coach-led training sessions, technique clinics and Sierra Nevada altitude adaptation, and your evenings recovering, learning, connecting and enjoying the NORDICMAN community through video analysis, workshops, masterclasses and shared dinners.
Camp • Coaching • Clinics • Community
Race registration
MAR 26
Race registration, race briefing, opening ceremony, expo activities and welcome party
Expo • Activities • Race Briefing
NORDICMAN 100K
MAR 27
Solo Race and Relay Team Race. Evening awards ceremony, closing dinner and community celebration.
March 28: Departure day.
March 28: Departure day.
Race Day • 100K Solo • Team Relay
PARTNERS
We are building a new Nordic ski ultramarathon and festival week in the Tahoe region.
NORDICMAN brings together skiing, endurance, altitude, community and the final 100K challenge. We are looking for resorts, ski shops, outdoor brands, local businesses and community partners who want to help shape the first edition.
NORDICMAN brings together skiing, endurance, altitude, community and the final 100K challenge. We are looking for resorts, ski shops, outdoor brands, local businesses and community partners who want to help shape the first edition.
Partnership opportunities include:
demo days, ski tests, clinics, race week activations, local offers, hosted community events and founding partner packages.
demo days, ski tests, clinics, race week activations, local offers, hosted community events and founding partner packages.
Partner with NORDICMAN 100K
FAQ
Questions anybody?
The easiest option is to fly to Reno (Reno, NV).
• From there, it is a 40 km drive to Truckee, where we will stay and ski.
• From there, it is a 40 km drive to Truckee, where we will stay and ski.
Camp program
Daily training sessions, workshops, video analysis, ski preparation, and organizational support.
• $650 until February 1, 2026
Accommodation
Participants will stay together in a large house, in 2-3 person rooms, shared with participants of the same gender. Families will stay in a separate private room.
• The accommodation cost depends on the total number of participants and is approximately $600-700 per person.
Meals
Food expenses for the entire camp, with self-cooking in the house, are approximately $200-300 per person.
Ski passes
Access to most cross-country ski resorts is paid and costs about $50 per day.
• Total ski pass expenses for the camp are approximately $200.
Transportation
Participants travel to the accommodation in Truckee independently. The nearest airport is Reno. During the camp, we will travel to ski locations, no more than 30 minutes one way, using participants’ cars.
Total budget
For the 7-day camp, not including travel to Truckee:
• approximately $1,650
Daily training sessions, workshops, video analysis, ski preparation, and organizational support.
• $650 until February 1, 2026
Accommodation
Participants will stay together in a large house, in 2-3 person rooms, shared with participants of the same gender. Families will stay in a separate private room.
• The accommodation cost depends on the total number of participants and is approximately $600-700 per person.
Meals
Food expenses for the entire camp, with self-cooking in the house, are approximately $200-300 per person.
Ski passes
Access to most cross-country ski resorts is paid and costs about $50 per day.
• Total ski pass expenses for the camp are approximately $200.
Transportation
Participants travel to the accommodation in Truckee independently. The nearest airport is Reno. During the camp, we will travel to ski locations, no more than 30 minutes one way, using participants’ cars.
Total budget
For the 7-day camp, not including travel to Truckee:
• approximately $1,650
The program is suitable for all levels - from confident beginners to advanced skiers.
At the moment, many participants in our group are beginners.
In the first part of the day, we will spend more time working on technique. In the second part, we will ski together more on well-groomed trails.
All training sessions will be held at a relaxed pace, with stops and rest breaks.
At the moment, many participants in our group are beginners.
In the first part of the day, we will spend more time working on technique. In the second part, we will ski together more on well-groomed trails.
All training sessions will be held at a relaxed pace, with stops and rest breaks.
It is best to bring your own skis, but if needed, we can help organize rental of quality equipment in Truckee.
Yes, we can provide an official invitation letter for participation in the camp.
However, the visa application process is handled by the participant independently.
However, the visa application process is handled by the participant independently.
We will stay in a cozy house rented specifically for camp participants.
Breakfasts and dinners will be cooked together in the house, in a friendly and warm atmosphere. During daytime trips, lunches will be at ski resorts or cafes in town.
Accommodation and food expenses are paid by participants.
Breakfasts and dinners will be cooked together in the house, in a friendly and warm atmosphere. During daytime trips, lunches will be at ski resorts or cafes in town.
Accommodation and food expenses are paid by participants.
Booking & cancellation policy
A spot in the group is reserved after a $100 deposit per person.
Transfer of registration
You may transfer your registration to another participant at any time, free of charge. To do this, please contact us by email.
Refund policy
• Until January 1, 2026 - full refund
• After January 1, 2026 - 50% refund
• After February 1, 2026 - no refund
A spot in the group is reserved after a $100 deposit per person.
Transfer of registration
You may transfer your registration to another participant at any time, free of charge. To do this, please contact us by email.
Refund policy
• Until January 1, 2026 - full refund
• After January 1, 2026 - 50% refund
• After February 1, 2026 - no refund
To make sure your skis and poles arrive safely, please follow these steps:
1. Find a ski bag - preferably a spacious one, designed for 2-4 pairs of skis.
2. When packing your skis, place the poles tightly along the skis so they do not bend. This reduces the risk of breaking the poles.
3. IMPORTANT: wrap the skis and poles with clothing and sports gear to protect them from possible impacts.
4. You can also buy or make a hard tube from a 100 mm plastic pipe and place the poles inside. This provides almost complete protection. However, steps 1-3 are usually sufficient.
At the airport, ski bags are usually not strictly checked, even though airline rules often state that only one set of equipment is allowed.
Skiers often pack clothing together with skis in the ski bag - this saves space in the main luggage and protects the equipment.
Skis are checked in separately at the oversized baggage counter.
Transporting skis by plane is safe - the key is to pack them properly!
1. Find a ski bag - preferably a spacious one, designed for 2-4 pairs of skis.
2. When packing your skis, place the poles tightly along the skis so they do not bend. This reduces the risk of breaking the poles.
3. IMPORTANT: wrap the skis and poles with clothing and sports gear to protect them from possible impacts.
4. You can also buy or make a hard tube from a 100 mm plastic pipe and place the poles inside. This provides almost complete protection. However, steps 1-3 are usually sufficient.
At the airport, ski bags are usually not strictly checked, even though airline rules often state that only one set of equipment is allowed.
Skiers often pack clothing together with skis in the ski bag - this saves space in the main luggage and protects the equipment.
Skis are checked in separately at the oversized baggage counter.
Transporting skis by plane is safe - the key is to pack them properly!
Thank you, Anton, for organizing such a wonderful camp. Discovering Nordic skiing in California and Nevada was a real eye-opener for me. It was inspiring to meet so many amazing people, and I’m leaving with great memories, new skills, and new friends. I hope to see everyone again on the trails.
Liana
Seattle, WA
Thank you again for putting this camp together. The people who came were truly inspiring and gave me even more motivation to keep moving forward. Everyone brought their own energy and spirit, which made this experience special. Wishing everyone success, and I hope to join you again for the next adventure.
Yury
San Diego, CA
My friends, get on skis! Nothing will make you happier. This was my first ski camp in the US, and it was absolutely amazing. You'll be bursting with endorphins - I guarantee it. Anton is a fantastic organizer who will make sure everything is done right. He knows when to support you, when to comfort you, and when to give you a little kick to keep going.
So come join us. You won't regret it.
So come join us. You won't regret it.
Alexandra
Denver, CO
What else do you need to be happy? Mountains, skis, snow, great weather, an amazing group of people, and the best organizer. It's all here.
This camp is incredible. On my own, it would have taken me six years to learn what we learned here in just six days. It was an amazing experience.
I highly recommend it to everyone.
This camp is incredible. On my own, it would have taken me six years to learn what we learned here in just six days. It was an amazing experience.
I highly recommend it to everyone.
Semyon
Atlanta, GA
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