Cross Country Ski Gear and Reviews

Fischer Nordic Hole Ski

Wed, Jun 30, 2010 - By Fischer

Fischer marketing video showing the advantages of having a hole in the tip of the ski. You decide...

Understanding variables in base structures

Tue, Jun 29, 2010 - By Mark Waechter, Nordic Ultratune

Working with machine structures on skis, there are only a few variables that can be adjusted to influence the performance of the ski. Primarily these variables are depth, spacing, interruption, and patterns.

Buying Guide: Pro-Ski Rollerskis

Mon, Jun 28, 2010 - By Mike Muha

Pro-Skis traditionally feature heavy duty frames that can take lots of abuse and long wheel life. Manufactured in Sweden, they are distributed exclusively in North American by WebSkis.com in Bend, Oregon.

New Fischer poles with QuickFit Strap

Wed, Jun 16, 2010 - By Mike Muha

Fischer says, "The new QuickFit Strap enables you to insert/remove your hand as quickly as possible without affecting the perfect fit of the strap!"

Pro-Ski C2 Flex: Classic rollerski with tunable suspension

Wed, Jun 2, 2010 - By Mike Muha

The C2 Flex are a great classic rollerski that provide provide a unique feature: you can easily tune your ride. These should definitely be on your short list if you have rough pavement.

Buying Guide: Pursuit Rollerskis

Thu, May 20, 2010 - By Mike Muha

The Pursuit Rollerski Buying Guide first in a series of rollerski buying guides. Each guide provides extensive facts on rollerskis to help you easily compare one model to another.

New C2 Flex classic rollerski from Pro-Skis

Fri, Apr 16, 2010 - By Mike Muha

Similar in dimensions and weight to the C2, the new C2 Flex frame and forks are made of Swedish made SSAB high-tensile flexible spring steel. The flexible shaft is designed to make the rollerski feel more like a classic snow ski and absorbs road vibration

Still haven't prepped your skis for summer?

Tue, Apr 13, 2010 - By Kevin Sweeney

Cleaning your ski bases and proper base wax saturation are perhaps two of the best ways to protect your ski bases during the summer. Store skis properly and you'll be ready to go come early winter.

Casco Upsolute RS Comp rollerski helmet

Tue, Apr 6, 2010 - By Mike Muha

Casco is shipping the world’s first helmet specialized for roller skiers and developed with help from biathlete and multiple Olympic medal winner Ole Einar Bjørndalen. The Canadian National Biathlon team will be wearing the helmets this summer.

www.northboundoutfittersmi.com/xc-ski.html

New Salomon SNS Propulse Classic Bindings

Fri, Apr 2, 2010 - By Mark Waechter, Nordic Ultratune

While I was working at the Olympics in Whistler, I saw very few skiers using the Pilot Classic bindings... most skiers who are still on SNS bindings were using the new SNS Propulse. And for good reason.

Rossignol announces RED - WHITE - BLUE athlete support program

Wed, Mar 31, 2010 - By Ira Edwards

The Red/White/Blue Support Program offers greater levels of support as the athlete shows greater commitment and results. The program is a feeder program for Rossignol’s elite program which helps feed the US Ski Team.

2010 American Birkebeiner video released

Wed, Mar 24, 2010 - By CXC Skiing and the Am. Birkie

Follow the top freestyle men as they attack the hills of the Birkie trail in pursuit of winning the 37th American Birkebeiner. This exciting video puts you in the lead pack of three Italians, two Norwegians and the top Americans.