SkiXC.com hopes to make your cross-country skiing more enjoyable through a series of ski lessons and tips that promote energy efficient skiing and the technique for ultimate glide. That’s where the beauty of the sport is: spending your energy looking at the scenery and enjoying the movement...
For skiing up and down hills, the choice is natural. On uphills, the diagonal stride provides grip and glide as long as its not too steep. On downhills, a simple tuck does the trick with the help of a double pole push or two. But the flats are where many skiers are left in a ...
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Cross Country Skiing Boots Boots are arguably the most important part of your kit. Uncomfortable boots can easily cut your day short, so it’s worth spending the time and energy to get the right fit. Look for boots that fit similar to a running shoe or hiking boot - nice and snug, ...
Cross-country skiing is often thought of as walking (or running) in the snow as opposed to skate skiing, which is often seen as more physically challenging. However, the further you progress in classic cross-country skiing, also known as Nordic skiing, t
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Peter Crooks, the trail manager forKamview Nordic Ski Centrein Thunder Bay, has been cross-country skiing for nearly half a century. Here are his top 7 tips on how to “read” the snow and use the right waxes for your classic skis: ...
Come cross-country skiing in Austria! Kilometres of spectacular skiing slopes & perfectly prepared cross-country skiing tracks make for a sporting adventure.
Dr. Heather Cichanowski talks about cross-country skiing injuries and prevention tips to keep athletes safe while out on the slopes.