On January 13, We'll have all of our rental skis, boots and poles- both skating and classic- at the Swedetown Trails for "Swedetown Trails Day". We'll also have all of our snowshoes there as well-- all FREE , first come first served. The Swedetown Trails Club is foregoing the daily trail fees as … [Read more...] about Swedetown Trails Day
Time To Ski
With our accumulation of snow, as slow as it's been, the skiing is getting pretty good, so get out and enjoy it! Remember the lights stay on at Swedetown until 10pm and at MTU until 9pm. Trail reports can be found at Keweenawtrails.org. We're back to our regular hours of mon-sat 10-6 and … [Read more...] about Time To Ski
Let It Snow…
Last night's snow certainly helped the trails. Both MTU and Swedetown are in decent shape now, so go out and enjoy our trails! … [Read more...] about Let It Snow…
More Snow Bike Info
The sport of "snow biking" is growing in participation-and quickly! Snow Bikes or "Fat Bikes" are defined as bikes with 3.7" or wider tires, the purpose of which is floatation on soft surfaces- usually snow or sand. It really works, but biking in the winter is colder than summer, so dress like you … [Read more...] about More Snow Bike Info
Conditions update
Well, we did get some snow, and there's skiing to be done on both MTU AND Swedetown trails. It's not as good as 2 weeks ago, and rock skis recomended. … [Read more...] about Conditions update
Snow Biking
Just received more Surly " Necromancers". We set one up with 4.7" tires at $1699! It's footprint is 1/8" narrower than a Moonlander (we measured) but a couple hundred dollars less. Also, we've decided to rent snow bikes this winter, so try one out without committing to a large purchase! Pat Szub … [Read more...] about Snow Biking
Open House
We are just completing a renovation of our showroom expansion. More room to display our larger product offerings without being cramped for space! Join us during Calumet's "First Fridays" art walk this Friday from 6-9pm. We'll have specials, snacks and refreshments for you, so stop by and check it … [Read more...] about Open House
Ski Conditions
To say that conditions on the trails are "less than ideal" is an accurate statement. On Monday morning at Swedetown there was a 4" base of wet ice. Now, it's a snow/ground mix. Hopefully, the predicted snow will be here soon. … [Read more...] about Ski Conditions