RAPIDS NORDIC

Section 7 Meet

Wednesday, February 4, 2026

10:00 AM

Classic Sprint

📍 Location

Giants Ridge Recreation Area

Biwabik

6329 Wynne Creek Dr, Biwabik, MN 55708

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🚌 Bus Schedule

Departure: 6:30 AM from GRHS

Return: 6:30 PM

Race Details

The Section 7 Meet is our championship qualifying race for the State meet. This is the culmination of our season’s training and preparation.

Bus Schedule

  • Departure: 6:30 AM from GRHS Parking Lot
  • Return: Approximately 6:30 PM to GRHS

Schedule

  • 10:00 am Boys Freestyle 5K Race 1 racer every 30 seconds
  • 10:30 am Girls Freestyle 5K Race 1 racer every 30 seconds
  • 12:30 pm Girls Team Classic Sprint Heat A (Timed)
  • 12:50 pm Girls Team Classic Sprint Heat B (Timed)
  • 1:10 pm Boys Team Classic Sprint Heat A (Timed)
  • 1:30 pm Boys Team Classic Sprint Heat B (Timed) GR is in this heat
  • 2:00 pm Girls Team Classic Sprint Final
  • 2:20 pm Boys Team Classic Sprint Final
  • 3:10 pm Boys 5K Classic Pursuit Race
  • 3:45 pm Girls 5K Classic Pursuit Race

StartList

Relay exchange rule

  • Article 343.13 - Relay exchange:
  • “In a team event, the exchange is achieved by the arriving competitor, with a tap of the hand on any part of the next competitor’s body while both competitors are in the relay exchange zone. The next competitor may only enter the relay exchange zone when summoned. Any method of pushing the starting competitor is forbidden.”

What to Bring

  • Both Classic and Skate skis (waxed at Feb 3 wax session)
  • Racing suit or team uniform
  • Warm-ups and extra layers
  • Water, snacks, and lunch

Race Format

  • Morning: Freestyle 5k
  • Mid-day: Classic Sprint Relays
  • Afternoon: Classic Pursuit

Course Information

Giants Ridge championship courses will be in prime condition for this important meet. This course will be identical to the state meet.

Results

  • Live Results: [Link will be posted when available]