I don't see why the US results have to be disappointing. XC skiing is a
much bigger sport in Europe and it seems they have a bigger support
base for the athletes. So, it seems they should produce some faster
athletes. What's wrong with our skiers going over and simply racing a
good race (for them)? Being proud of a 35th or whatever. That's what
all the weekend warriors do.

I really hate how the media jumps all over the US alpine skiers for not
winning medals. Big deal. Why not report about how they do in the next
world cup race? and how things are going on the overall world cup?

As for Norway, they have some good skiers. I can understand them being
upset with racing poorly, having poor skis, etc, but that's racing.
Without the bad races you dont' appreciate the good ones.

Jay Wenner