Nordic Ski Guide
Jake SnyderBeat the Cold with Some Hot Nordic Skis!
Get your spandex ready and your skis waxed, because Nordic skiing season is nearly upon us! Whether you're a dedicated skate skier, like taking hut trips or just interested in picking up a new setup for backyard excursions, we've got the skis, boots and gear for you! Check out our picks for the hottest Nordic skis with our 2014/2015 Nordic ski guide!
Nordic Skis-
The Salomon Equipe 8 Skate-
One of the hottest skate skis here at GearX.com is the Equipe 8 Skate, which is a stable, fast and lightweight skate ski for intermediate to advanced skiers. This ski is meant to go fast, with Salomon's G4 Zeolit Base that features a Race Universal grind for fast glide and wax hold. The Javelin Skating sidecut and powered camber provide powerful rebound and control with each kick and glide. The core of the ski is light weight and responsive, utilizing Salomon's Deonsolite 3000 core. This is a balanced, all-around skate ski that performs well as a training ski or affordable race ski, as well as a performance oriented recreational skate ski. Shop the Salomon Equipe 8 Skate!
The Fischer SC Classic-
The Fischer SC Classic is a race inspired waxable classic Nordic ski. The SC Classic is a perfect performance oriented ski for recreational athletes, high-school skiers and entry level-fitness skiers. This ski utilizes Fischer's World Cup Pro graphite waxable base, which has excellent wax absorption properties and can be waxed to accommodate any snow and temperature conditions. PowerEdge construction transfers power to the edges for excellent control and stability, while the traditional sidecut promotes smooth gliding. AirTec core construction reduces ski weight for better control and easier kick and glide performance. Shop the Fischer SC Classic!
Rossignol Evo Glade AR-
The Rossignol Evo Glade AR is the perfect recreational ski for outdoor lovers who want to ski on or off trail. The waxless AR Plus base provides excellent kick combined with efficient glide, while a thin Wood Air core is forgiving in the tip and tail to handle variable conditions and lightweight for control and easy kicking. The Evo Glade AR features a smaller length for maneuverability for control while going uphill or down hill, as well as easy acceleration and better handling while skating and turning. Additionally, a forgiving, wide sidecut is stable and efficient on trail or in soft snow. This is a favorite ski here in the Northeast! Shop the Rossignol Evo Glade AR!
The Madshud Voss MGV+ -
The Voss MGV+ from Madshus is an excellent ski for getting off-trail and exploring! Featuring a 3/4 length steel edge for control and stability when gliding, descending and turning, combined with excellent float over variable snow, the Voss MGV+ can handle a variety of conditions and terrain elements. The Voss MGV+ also utilized Madshus' Multicore wood core technology, which provides durability and liveliness, as well as a forgiving tip and tail. Additionally, the Multi Grip Vario + (MGV+) base is a wax-free system that is shallower on the ends for gliding performance, but aggressive in the center for grip and kick. Shop the Madshus Voss MGV+!
The Madshus Eon-
The Madshus Eon waxable ski is a versatile XCD (cross-country downhill) ski, which features a thin waist, but a relatively deep sidecut for effective turning. The Eon utilizes Madshus' Multicore wood core technology, wh+F101ich is durable and provides poppy camber for efficient power transfer with each kick. The base is waxable, meaning that you have the versatility and control to use the optimal Nordic ski wax for the conditions. This is the perfect ski for making the transition between Nordic skiing and the unfettered exploration of XCD skiing! Shop the Madshus Eon! Don't see what you're looking for? Shop all Nordic skis, boots, bindings and poles here!
