January 19, 2026

Geschmossel Classic Ski Race

49th Annual

Originally staged during the winter of 1972-73, the Geschmossel is one of New England’s oldest citizens’ races. The race originated as a 6-kilometer fun race, and was groomed with a homemade track sled that was pulled by a rope from a grooming machine. Today this 15 km classical style Nordic ski race is part of the ZAK Cup Series and takes place on the Ammonoosuc trail network at the Bretton Woods Nordic Center and has grown to attract high-level skiers including members of the United States Ski Team.

  • Registration and Bib Pick Up
    7:30am – 9:30am
    Nordic Center

    Mass Start
    10 AM
    Nordic Center

    Awards Ceremony
    11:15 AM
    Nordic Center

    Registration Fees:

    Pre-Registration
    $40 (Age 23+)
    $35 for NENSA Members
    $30 (U23)
    $25 for NENSA Members

    Day-Of Registration
    $60 (Age 23+)
    $50 for NENSA Members
    $40 U23
    $35 for NENSA Members

  • U18 (17 years & under)

    U23 (18 – 22 year olds)

    Senior Class (23 – 29 year olds)

    Master 1 & 2 (30 – 39 year olds)

    Master 3 & 4 (40 – 49 year olds)

    Master 5 & 6 (50 – 59 year olds)

    Master 7 & 8 (60 – 69 year olds)

    Master 9+ (70 years & up)

Event Details

Date:

January 19, 2026

Time:

7:30 AM

Location:

Nordic Center

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