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Ski touring equipment.
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There are two essential components education and gear.
The idea of escaping into nature and away from the crowds and enjoying untouched snow may sound really good but where do you start.
If you plan to ski at nordic ski areas and stay in the groomed tracks then you will want to find skis no wider than 68mm the maximum width of ski tracks the sidecut of the skis should be minimal so the skis glide straight and efficiently.
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Thus nordic skiers do not have to change back and forth between uphill and downhill modes which can be advantageous in rolling terrain.
Ski touring at skiing ski mountaineering randonee whatever you call it getting into the backcountry on skis is becoming more and more popular.
Alpine skiing equipment can be used for ski touring with the addition of a removable binding insert that allows for free heel swing on ascents.
When it comes to ski touring kit it s worth remembering the old adage that every extra kilo on your back knocks 10 off your enjoyment of the descents.
Cross country touring and race and performance classic skis.
Important factors to consider when buying touring equipment.
Nordic ski touring is skiing with bindings that leave the heels free all the time.
Because you ll always want to carry layers water and some snacks when ski touring you ll need a pack to haul all your stuff.
Ortovox even thought to include reflective elements on the pack so you re visible during dawn and dusk patrols.
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Published october 2019 for the 2019 2020 winter season.
Our best piece of ski touring equipment advice is a simple one.
Nearly all ski shops at major resorts will rent or demo backcountry packages that include skis skins at boots and bindings and poles for around 40 a day.