Chad catches up with Bryan Fish IN PERSON at the Spring US Cross Country Ski Championships. Bryan works at the US Ski and Snowboard Development Director and has the most up close perspective on the growth of US skiing right from the roots of it all. This episode is sponsored by AriensCo. Visit AriensNordic.com for details about their one of a kind nordic center - complete with a biathlon range - just South of Green Bay in Brillion, WI. with guest Bryan Fish Hosted by Chad Salmela Produced by Chris Parr ..read more

This has been a very busy stretch for us at Threshold.  One of us becoming a father for the first time in the last few weeks and all the imperative concentration that goes with that; and the other juggling 3 jobs all converging on massive high points.  Well, in terms of Threshold, it has had us scrambling to meet what we might expect our listeners are waiting for.  We recognize that this Birkie preview is coming in just under the wire with the event already underway in it's low-snow form, and we appreciate your patience and understanding.Chad's "hangover" ended up actually ..read more

Well, if you were in Minneapolis last weekend, you probably have that 'Loppet Cup Hangover" feeling. To bring ourselves back to the glory, Chad talks with Kevin Bolger about his experience and what it meant to the World Cup athletes to race in the US, in front of an objectively incredible crowd. Join us on PATREON: patreon.com/user?u=93007287 with guest Kevin Bolger Hosted by Chad Salmela Produced by Chris Parr ..read more

US Skiing has seen a rapid growth to the top of the sport over the past couple of decades. We've all seen it... and watch the results of this growth today. But at one time, things were quite the opposite. That is, until Kikkan Randall sprung onto the World Cup, leading the US to places they'd never been before. Now, a documentary about Kikkan is premiering in cities around the country. Chad asks Kikkan about this experience and where we can see it. This episode is sponsored by Fischer. To learn more about the Fischer Speedmax Helium ski and the Fischer Carbonlite boots, visit fischersports.com ..read more

Before the world's best skiers make their way to North America, Chad and Rick Kapala discuss the results and storylines from the 3rd period of the World Cup circuit. Join us on PATREON: patreon.com/user?u=93007287 with guest Rick Kapala Hosted by Chad Salmela Produced by Chris Parr ..read more

The 2023-2024 Tour de Ski is now in the rearview and it's time to reflect on the numerous compelling storylines that glued us to the screen this year. Who better to recap these storylines than the man on the broadcast and your host, Chad Salmela. With Chad Salmela Produced by Chris Parr ..read more

The Trail to Gold Program funds talented women coaches to join the US Ski Team coaching staff during the World Cup racing season. Chad talks to Erin Moening, Team Birkie coach and the most recent coach who just finished her time as part of the Trail to Gold Program. Learn more about Salomon's dedication to sustainability and view their sustainably produced gear at Salomon.com JOIN US ON PATREON! patreon.com/user?u=93007287 With guest Erin Moening Hosted by Chad Salmela Produced by Chris Parr ..read more

Chad digs into the Biathlon World Cup with special guest and German analyst, Herbert Fritzenwenger, who - if you don't know - you'll be pleased to get to know. Learn more about Salomon's dedication to sustainability and view their sustainably produced gear at Salomon.com JOIN US ON PATREON! patreon.com/user?u=93007287 with guest Herbert Fritzenwenger Hosted by Chad Salmela Produced by Chris Parr ..read more

Chad digs in on the big shakeup on the World Cup this year: the flourocarbon ban... and how the US Ski Team is pulling away from the rest of the field when it comes to ski speed.  This episode is sponsored by AriensCo. Visit AriensNordic.com for details about their one of a kind nordic center - complete with a biathlon range - just South of Green Bay in Brillion, WI. With guest Chris Hecker Hosted by Chad Salmela Produced by Chris Parr ..read more

Heading into the 2023-2024 Cross Country Ski and Biathlon World Cups, we gather listener questions to flip the microphone on Chad and get some much needed insight. with guest Chad Salmela and host (?) Chris Parr ..read more