Ski testing: Where and when (part 2)
Location plays a critical role in ski testing. You want to replicate the conditions you’ll face on race day as closely as possible. Make sure you know the average snow type on the course and the median elevation.
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Ski testing: How, where, and when (part 1)
Think back to your last race when you had to decide about your race skis. The forecast is not going to make up its mind anytime soon, and you are already stressed with other pre-race routines—ski selection is the last thing you want to worry about. How do you decide which ski is the best and feel confident about it?
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Skin skis: Three essential tips you need to know
Skin skis are excellent for almost all snow conditions. With three simple steps, you can take your experience to new heights. Here’s how to maximize glide and performance with your skin skis.
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Technique expert warns: “For every centimeter of incorrect pole length, you lose time”
A technique expert shakes his head at what he sees: “People are careless with their poles. I don’t think they realize how much it costs them.”
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The last minute Christmas gift guide for the XC skier in your life
‘Tis the season to ski fast and gift thoughtfully! If you’ve got a cross-country skier on your list, here’s a guide to gifts that’ll pop you up there as their favourite on Christmas Day.
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Praised by the experts: “Almost inhuman!”
He missed out on medals. Twice. Yet he impressed more than ever – in a way the experts can hardly explain.
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Lovebirds follow each other onto the Norwegian national team
Last year, they were both on the Norwegian development team. This year, the lovebirds are following each other onto the elite national team.
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Training: “There’s definitely a risk I might crash”
Refuses to rest: The 31-year-old from Rustad is skipping the off-season and diving straight into six brutal weeks of training.
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Lillehammer Ski Club financially healthy again
After an impressive turnaround, Lillehammer Ski Club can now report a positive financial outlook, with a surplus presented at last week’s annual meeting. Remarkably, the club has reversed a deficit of around $80,000 USD into a surplus of $85,000 USD.
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Spring running for skiers: Invaluable – If you do it right
A great ski season starts with running shoes in the spring. But you need to know what you’re doing, warns the training expert. Here are his top tips for getting the most out of it – without running yourself into injury.
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