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2. Ski geometry - Wikipedia

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   Ski geometry is the shape of the ski. Described in the direction of travel, the front of the ski, typically pointed or rounded, is the tip, the middle is the waist and the rear is the tail. Skis have four aspects that define their basic performance: length, width, sidecut and camber. Skis also differ in more minor ways to address certain niche ...

3. Ski - Wikipedia

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   Ski bases are waxed to reduce friction during forward motion, and kick wax can also be applied for grip. Some waxless models have patterns on the bottom to avoid the necessity of grip waxing for classic technique. Skating skis are shorter than classic skis and do not need grip wax. The skating technique is used in biathlons.

4. Cross-country skiing (sport) - Wikipedia

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   For classic events, typical ski lengths are between 195 and 210 centimetres, while ski lengths for skating are 170 to 200 cm. [12] Skis for skating are also more rigid than skis for classical. [5] Skis are waxed for speed and, in the case of classic skis, traction when striding forward.

5. Cross-country skiing - Wikipedia

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   Cross-country ski equipment for skate-skiing (left) and classic-style skiing (right). Ski and pole lengths are different for each. Classic skis have a "grip zone" in the area under the binding. Skis used in cross-country are lighter and narrower than those used in alpine skiing. Ski bottoms are designed to provide a gliding surface and, for ...

6. Skis.com - Wikipedia

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   Skis.com was launched in 2005, Summit Sports Inc., parent company of the site has been in the skiing industry since 1990. Skis.com founder Steve Kopitz has been skiing since 1960 [1] The site sells both high-end and closeout merchandise. Skis was named in the 2009 Internetretailer.com "Hot 100" sites. [2]

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