Selection criteria for Nordic classic ski gear:
- Classic Skis: Current model skis are substantially shorter than when I bought my first pair. Use the manufactures weight/ sizing chart for the current length. Use a sheet of paper on a hard floor surface and slide the paper under the skis when you stand evenly weighted on both of the ski centers. The paper should not move once you apply all your weight over one ski.
- Wax or waxless skis: Waxless skis are more convenient, but cannot be as finely tuned and optimized for individual terrain and weather conditions. Select skis that accept wax if you intentions of racing in either a Nordic event or a multi-sport winter race.
- Classic and backcountry Poles: For non-adjustable Nordic or cross country poles: place the poles under your arm pit for sizing. Select a larger basket for backcountry skiing to prevent the pole from going too deep in powder.
- Classic Bindings: Match the binding to the type of ski: 75 mm or New Nordic Norm Back Country (NNN BC) systems consist of a short, metal rod mounted in the toe of the ski boot sole, which clips into a matching ski binding somewhat like a door hinge.
- Classic Boots: Boots and bindings must match. Ensure you select a boot compatible with the type of ski binding you have installed on your skis, i.e. SNS (Solomon Pilot System), New Nordic Norm Back Country (NNN BC), three pin 75mm, etc...
Bottom Line: Carefully examine how you will use your Nordic equipment throughout the year and select skis, boots and bindings that match!
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 Atomic Fitness 8 Wide G2 Ski Load the waxless Atomic Fitness 8 Wide G2 Nordic Touring Ski onto your car and head out for that morning workout. This lightweight but stable ski tackles anything from a quick morning jaunt to long ... more info. |
 Alpina SP 40 Skate/Classic Combi Boot The Alpina SP 40 Skate/Classic Combi Boot is made for people who like to train and ski in comfort. Alpina gave the SP 40 a wide fit through the ball of the foot for comfort and a snug heel to prevent ... more info. |  Salomon Pro Combi Pilot Boot Some days are race days. Others call for a more relaxed Nordic tour. Youll ski the best of both with Salomons Pro Combi Pilot Boot. |
 Salomon SNS Pilot Sport Classic Bindings The Salomon SNS Pilot Sport Classic Binding lets you enjoy the same performance design as Salomons top Nordic race bindings, with auto step-in convenience. |  Salomon SNS Pilot Sport Classic Bindings - Women's Classic skiers looking for top-level binding performance in an affordable, womens-specific design will flock to the Salomon SNS Pilot Sport Classic Bindings. |  Salomon SNS Profil Equipe Classic Binding The Salomon Profil Equipe Classic Binding gives classic nordic skiers a great tool for excelling on the track. With a long line of World Championship gold medals behind its name, you know you cant go ... more info. |
 Alpina Aluminum Touring Ski Poles The Alpina Aluminum Touring Ski Poles love to get out whether youre headed out for an all-day excursion or a simple jaunt out in the foothills behinds your home. |  Alpina Diamond 600 Ski Poles Explore the untracked reaches with the extremely light One Way TD 500 Ski Poles. |  Alpina Diamond Storm 920 Racing Ski Poles With their lightweight design and carbon construction, Alpinas DS 920 Nordic Racing Ski Poles take charge anywhere from a morning workout, to a weekend comp up at the resort. |
 Alpina Diamond Strorm 9 Max Racing Ski Poles Slip your hands into the Alpina DS 9 Max Racing Ski Poles carbon weave Rabbit strap, hold tight on the cork grips and push your way ahead of the rest of your competitors on the open skate track. |  Rossignol Graphite Nordic Ski Pole Be faster and more efficientupgrade to Rossignols Graphite Nordic Ski Pole. |  Rossignol Tour Jr Ski Pole Rossignols Tour Jr Ski Pole offers stability and lightweight ease whether your its your sons first day on the track, or his first race. The Tour Jrs durable but lightweight aluminum shafts stand up ... more info. |
 Swix AluminumTouring Ski Pole - Cross Country Ski Pole Swix made the Aluminum Touring Ski Poles with lightweight, durable material, so these poles wont poop out after just one season around the track. |  Swix AluStar CT6 Ski Pole - 1 Pair The durable Swix AluStar CT6 Skate Pole will last for years no matter how many times you accidentally stomp them with your skis or take a tumble that would bend normal poles in half. |  Swix Carbon CT3 Ski Pole - 1 Pair Push out of the gate using the Swix Carbon CT3 Ski Poles. These stiff carbon skate poles provide instant response. |
 Swix Comp CT5 Ski Pole - 1 Pair The Swix Comp CT5 Skate Ski Pole is made for racers who want to spend their prize money on something besides their poles. The Comp Pole is made from a carbon composite that keeps the pole stiff and ... more info. |  Swix RA014 AluStar CT6 Ski Pole - 1 Pair The durable Swix AluStar CT6 Skate Pole will last for years no matter how many times you accidentally stomp them with your skis or take a tumble that would bend normal poles in half. |  Swix RC034-PCU Carbon CT3 Ski Pole - 1 Pair Pushing off the Swix RC034 PCU Carbon CT3 Ski Pole is like stomping on the gas in a sports carinstant response. The stiff carbon skate poles are made to transfer power without robbing your energy by ... more info. |
 Swix RC054-CP Comp CT5 Ski Pole - 1 Pair The Swix Comp CT5 Skate Ski Pole is made for racers who want to spend their prize money on something besides their poles. The Comp Pole is made from a carbon composite that keeps the pole stiff and ... more info. |
Nordic Classic and Skate Resources:
- Cross-Country Skiing Kuusamo World Cup Men 15 km
- Nordic tuning accessories. brushes, waxes, irons, stands and other gear.
- Colorado Cross Country Ski Association. Nordic ski areas, guest ranches and Nordic ski clubs in Colorado.
- Master Skier. The Master Skier is North America's leading cross country ski racing publication. It is full of Nordic racing information, classical and skating cross country ski techniques and training tips from expert racers and coaches around the world.
- How to Select Nordic Skis
- XCSki.org
- Rocky Mountain Nordic
- FasterSkier.com
- Frisco Nordic Center
- How to wax Nordic skis. Text and pictures on how to wax Nordic skis.
- Cloud City Ski. Could City ski covers the Leadville backcountry ski scene.
- Leadville Nordic. The home page for everything Nordic in Leadville and Lake County.
- Leadville Nordic Grooming. Blog on Leadville and Lake County Grooming.
- Swix School. Flash movies on how to wax Nordic skis.
