Cross Country - Ski (51)
More info: Cross-Country ski-sets styles & lengths ?There are basically two different techniques in cross-country skiing. Classic and skating.
The classic technique is the original one. From this technique, the skating technique developed due to new technologies of cross-country skiing. There are different demands on material and athlete for the different running styles.
Wax skis vs. Scale skis vs. Skin skis
WAX SKI | SKIN SKI | SCALE SKI | |
Tempo | fast | medium | slow |
Suitable for | sporty / athletic advanced | berginner/ hobby runner | nordic cruiser / hobby runner |
External conditions | Preparation with the appropriate wax required | suitable for all conditions | not recommended in case of ice and wetness |
Care | very complex, preparation with the right wax for your conditions necessary | easy care, cleaning & impregnation of the skin after a few runs | easy care, cleaning of the scales and waxing of the ski after a few runs |
More functional features
- Ski width and side shape: Different sidecuts have different effects on the handling of the ski.
- High tailored: the ski turns more easily
- Low tailored: the ski has a better gliding and guidance
- Width ski: more stability and secure footing - ideal for beginners
- Narrow ski: lightweight - ideal for athletic runners
- Arrow shape: fast skis at World Cup level
- Torsional stiffness: Torsional stiffness is the stiffness of a ski that counteracts the torsional forces.
- Ski weight: The ski weight is important, especially for racers. Light skis allow a higher basic speed and are less tiring and easier to lead over long distances.