Between Two Skis: Community Journal

Read the latest from our community, find inspiration, learn about technique, and celebrate our little corner of the skiing world. Our blog posts explore skate and classic skiing, skiers journey's towards personal + professional goals, and generally - share our love of the glide. Let's reach across the set-track and build a nordie-verse, together. #letsgetnordical

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NORD-nique: KDP Is A Jerk, Sorta.
  • by NORDJORK

NORD-nique: KDP Is A Jerk, Sorta.

An "interview" with Kick Double Pole. The conflicted and somewhat saucy gear talks to us about biases, challenges and second chances.

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NORD-nique: When Good Drills Go Wrong.
  • by NORDJORK

NORD-nique: When Good Drills Go Wrong.

Going off-book can be a helpful teaching tool, even if you land face first.

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NORD-nique: The Classic Edit
  • by NORDJORK

NORD-nique: The Classic Edit

Six quotes from coaches and students on how they discovered their love of classic skiing.

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NORD-nique: Power + Poling
  • by NORDJORK

NORD-nique: Power + Poling

Learn how poling output during classic or skate skiing is crucial for overall performance.

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NORD-nique: Ban The Kickstand
  • by NORDJORK

NORD-nique: Ban The Kickstand

Being able to glide on one ski at a time is the gateway to finding more fun - and performance - in classic skiing.

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NORD-nique: Push Like A Pro With BSF PRO Willson Moore
  • by NORDJORK

NORD-nique: Push Like A Pro With BSF PRO Willson Moore.

The skate push is an important part of the skiing technique that can deliver more dynamic weight transfer and power to your skiing.

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NORD-nique: Three Reasons Why Your Skate Skiing Isn't Progressing
  • by NORDJORK

NORD-nique: Three Reasons Why Your Skate Skiing Isn't Progressing And What You Can Do About It.

Disappointed in your progress as a skate skier? Here's three tips to help you find the fun and flow.

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NORD-nique: 4 Cornering Tips With BSF PRO Hannah Rudd
  • by NORDJORK

NORD-nique: 4 Cornering Tips With BSF PRO Hannah Rudd.

Four cornering tips from BSF PRO Hannah Rudd to take your skate skiing from hum-drum to baddie.

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Hips forward: the line showing shoulder, hip and ankle alignment
  • by NORDJORK

NORD-nique: "Hips Forward" And Why Language Can Make Messy Cues.

Why "hips forward" is one of the most overused and least understood cues in cross-country skiing, and what to say instead.

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