Nordic Combined - Cross-country Skiing Equipment

Cross-country Skiing Equipment

Bindings

Bindings secure only the toe of the boot to the ski.

Boots

The skating shoe is fixed to the ski with a binding, holding the toe firm. The rear of the boot is built up to shore up the ankle, which is constantly under pressure in skating technique.

Poles

Long and straight, often reaching up as high as a competitor's nose, with a specially shaped basket designed to allow skiers to push hard and evacuate snow.

Skis

Narrower and lighter than those used in Alpine skiing. They have long, curved ends and rise up slightly in the middle. They can be up to 2 meters long.

Suit

Uses stretch fabric hugging the body, similar to a runner’s training clothing.

Wax

Glide wax is crucial, and determined by snow and weather conditions.