The cross country ski world loves to skate ski
When looking to acquire a skate ski-- weight, quality of component as well as cost distinguish the different skate skis (as well as manufacturer).
Below is a summary of the different top of the line performance-oriented skate skis readily available on the market today.
Rossignol X-ium Skating WCS 2 NIS
The Rossignol xium Stating WCS NIS skate ski is Rossingol's the top of the line skate ski. The Rossignol xium is for the nordic skier desiring a minimal weight, stable and quick ski. This performance/race ski is lightweight, and shorter than other skate skis. It features a complete carbon deck, lessened weight, and lightweight and heavy duty sidewalls. The lower carbon tip results in less swing weight and improved maneuverability. The Rossignol x-ium skate ski is optimal for hard packed conditions, as well as is known for its smooth andstable glide. This skate ski comes with a NIS plate which incorporates perfectly with the NNN boots made by Rossignol and Fischer. MSRP: $ 660. Actual Rate: $ 599.95.
Fischer RCS Carbonlite Plus
The Fischer RCS Carbonlite Skating Hole Skate ski is Fischer's top of the line skate ski produced for performance as well as race skiers. The RCS Carbonlite skate ski is the lightest on the market, weighing just 980 grams. The Plus model is the most preferred model of the Fischer skate ski, and is fashioned for average snow temps above 28 degrees F (-2 degrees C) and for older snow as well as more humid snow conditions. This skate ski is designed with an 80 percent air component core for tension resistance. Unique to this ski is the hole at the tip, which reduces tip weight by about 5 grams. Therefore less energy is needed, resulting in a smoother movement, higher return frequencies as well as overall less effort. The lessened weight may just shave off those few seconds needed to obtain the metal in the competition, or merely receiving a bit longer ski in for the day. This skate ski features a NIS plate which incorporated nicely with the NNN boots made by Rossignol and Fischer. MSRP: $ 600. Actual Cost: $ 589.95.
Salomon Equipe 10 Lab Skate Ski
The Salomon Equipe 10 Lab Skate Ski is Salomon's top of the line and lightest skate ski for Salomon. The ski features a racing side cut that fine tunes the ski for dynamic handing as well as a nomex core that makes the ski ultra light, coming in at 1000 grams. The skate ski comes in two editions: warm as well as cold for different snow temperatures. The cold edition of this skate ski is ideal for snow temp below 23 degrees F (-5 C). The cold camber is a fast ski which produces a longer gliding surface and better speed. The warm variation of this skate ski is optimal for snow temperature above 23 qualifications F (-5 C). The warm camber has a lessened soar surface to reduce friction and better velocity. This ski is understood for its excellent stability, rebound energy and fast straight line velocity. The ski presents a racing side cut for dynamic handing as well as a nomex core that makes the pair weight only 1000g. This skate ski is fashioned for the severe racer and performance skate skier. This skate ski is preferably satisfied to mate by having a sns boot and binding, also made by Salomon. MSRP: $ 550. Actual Cost: $ 499.95.
You can purchase these skate skis as well as skate ski packages at www.XCSkiStore.com.