Controlled and safe downhill roller skiing – how to tackle the descents

by ProXCskiing.com • 12.05.2025
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Skiing downhill on roller skis requires technique, courage, and balance. Learn the basics to feel more confident when going downhill.

Skiing downhill on roller skis requires technique, courage, and balance. Learn the basics to feel more confident when going downhill.

Downhill skiing on roller skis can feel challenging, but it can be smooth and safe with the proper technique. In this clip, you’ll see how to work with your center of gravity, body position, and how to take a turn in the best way at higher speeds. Part of our five-part series on classic roller skiing technique.

Also Read: Roller Ski Guide 2025

On SC Play, you can access all our technique videos, both for classic and skate. Click here to check it out!

As a member of ProXCskiing.com, you have access to the streaming service SC Play, where you can also watch all Ski Classics Pro Tour events and selected Challengers races. There’s also a comprehensive video archive with races from all Ski Classics seasons.

The roller ski videos were first published on 12.06.2023.

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