Techniques for Skiing on "Classic" cross-country skis, mainly for groomed set tracks

what's here

• "Secrets" of Classic Striding 
   
• How to Learn different techniques 

 - - for fun and for games 
 - - for fitness and burning calories 
 - - for the most effective stride 

• Resources for learning : videos - books - websites 
   
• FAQ for techniques on Classic skis 

 - - Are there snow conditions where nothing works? 
 - - How come my ski slips back? 

• the different Classic motion techniques 

 - - stride - shuffle - double pole - herringbone - hill bound - more 

• more Ideas and Questions (not frequently asked) 

 - - "Gearing" by pole-push angle?
 - - Is more glide good? 
 - - Is Classic stride explosive?  Should it be? 
 - - Is cross country skiing dangerous?
      How manage the risks + dangers?

• and more . . . 

 - - Mathematical model of grip friction 
 - - what's special here 
 - - about this website 

• new on this website for classic

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