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Does Indiana get enough snow for cross country skiing?
February 18, 2022
Yes, Indiana receives plenty of snow for XC skiing... But how far you travel to get to the snow all depends on where you live in Indiana. South Bend averages... read more →
Cross Country Ski Equipment and Gear
January 14, 2009
Cross Country Ski Equipment and GearHow to Choose the Right Skis discusses your options for cross country skis, boots, and bindings. Includes our sizing... read more →
How to Maintain Waxless Skis (part 3)
January 7, 2009
How to maintain the kick-zone on a waxless ski: A simple guide to cleaning, repairing, and waxingGo to Part One | Go to Part TwoNow what about the... read more →
How to Maintain Waxless Skis (part 2)
January 2, 2009
How to prepare the ski and apply glide waxGo to Part One | Go to Part ThreeThe five minute method is to purchase glide wax paste, of which several brands are... read more →
Skiers' Health and Fitness
January 1, 2009
The Health Benefits of Cross Country Skiing Explores the reasons that Nordic skiing is the best all around form of exercise. Includes a chart of calories... read more →
How to Maintain Waxless Skis (part 1)
December 16, 2008
Why (and where) you need to wax your waxless skis: A brief explanation of friction, suction, wax and structureGo to Part Two | Go to Part ThreeSo you've... read more →
How to Choose the Right Skis
November 16, 2008
How to Choose the Right Skis, Bindings, Boots & PolesThe equipment you choose for cross country skiing depends on how and where you intend to ski. ... read more →
The Health Benefits of Cross Country Skiing
July 6, 2008
The low-impact, total body workout of Nordic Skiing has numerous health benefitsIt's the ultimate cardio exercise, the number one calorie burner, provide... read more →
Hills, Forests, and Fields of France Park
January 9, 2008
A look at one of Indiana's most beautiful rural ski areas. Deer, turkey, eagles and osprey --all are a common sight at this park located in... read more →
Pre-Season Conditioning (part 3)
December 15, 2007
← Back To Part 2Up to Part 1 ↑Part 3: Toning your Muscles for Increased EnduranceYou are an active person. But the busy-ness of summer seldom gives... read more →
Pre-Season Conditioning (part 2)
November 30, 2007
← Back To Part 1Skip to Part 3 →Part 2: Improving Your Balance and StabilityRemember the first time you put on a pair of cross country skis and... read more →
Pre-Season Conditioning (part 1)
November 12, 2007
Part 1: Stretching to improve flexibilitySkip to Part 2 → Cross Country Ski Season is right around the corner. The chill in the air all of a sudden... read more →