Nordic ski resources and stories.
How to Purchase Your First Skate Skis
If you’re researching how to buy new or used cross-country skis, we wrote this article for you! Find out why sizing is king, what camber is, and how to assess used skate ski equipment with the help of Boulder Nordic & Cycle Sport founder, Nathan Schultz.
The Ultimate Guide to What to Wear While Cross-Country Skiing
Wondering what to wear for your first time cross-country skiing? Worried about cold fingers? Here are our top recommendations, from baselayers to beanies!
Get in Shape for Cross-Country Ski Season with Sophie Caldwell
All past Sisu Ski Retreat participants know that by making small adjustments, you can skate ski faster and further—and have more fun. But what about fitness? Are there certain tips and fundamentals we can incorporate into our workout routines to have a better upcoming ski season, in the same way? We caught up with two-time Olympian Sophie Caldwell to find out.
How to Care for Your Skate Skis, Year-Round
The best way to ensure a great day on your cross-country skis is to have the correct wax. You’ll glide past your friends and rest assured that you’re protecting your brand new investment for years to come.
Learning How to Cross-Country Ski As an Adult
What happens when the slopes get too crowded, the ticket prices keep surging upwards, or your body is telling you it would prefer a lower impact sport? How do you make the leap to Nordic? That’s exactly the gap recreational skier Whitney James is trying to fill with Sisu Ski Retreat.