Lisa Jhung writes about running and other outdoor sports and the gear that goes with them as a freelance writer and adventurer living in Boulder, Colorado. New perk: Easily find new routes and hidden ...

For cross-country ski racers, diagonal or skate skiing is the way to travel farther, faster. Skate skiing is more efficient than the "classic" kick-and glide technique. Instead of relying on a sticky ...

Skate skiing just reeks of grace, doesn’t it? It’s all about gliding across snow, one foot after another in progressing V shapes, as other classic cross-country skiers shuffle along prepared ...

Skis should always be sized relative to the skier’s weight—but helpful sizing tables can be found online that estimate ski length based on weight. Our Best Deal of The Year is Here! Get 12 issues for ...

Skate skiing is a workout, but it’s also one of the most enjoyable workouts you can get with the right equipment. The Salomon ...

Good news: Skinny skis are for everyone. Unlike alpine skiing that involves expensive lift tickets, pricey gear and mountain-specific geography, cross-country skiing is heaps more accessible. Sure, ...

The Concord Ski & Skate Sale is moving locations again, but still offers discounted winter sports gear. Support local youth outdoor organizations.