Maintenance of cross country skin skis
Nordic skin skis need very little maintenance but it is important to know a few things to keep them performing at full potential, and prevent icing up conditions that make it difficult to ski.
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How to choose snowshoes
Read nowIt's a lot easier to choose the right pair of snowshoes when you know a few things about them first.
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Cross country ski sizing | the importance of a proper fit
Read nowYou can find all kinds of nordic ski sizing charts on the internet these days, but if you check any reputable sources they will tell you to get properly fitted at your local ski shop. Here at Eb's we believe...
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How do you tell when cross country skis need glide waxing?
Unless you have wood skis your cross country skis need glide waxing at least once a season and probably more. How can you tell when they need it?Read now -
How to get your xc skis snow ready | Jeff Roe the tech guy
Read nowYou know him, the big bearded guy with the apron on. Jeff is our ski technician at the store and he has a few tips for getting your skis ready for the upcoming winter season.
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Your kids should be wearing sunglasses | A cancer story
Read nowWrite a blog post about sunglasses so we can sell more product, right? But no, this is more personal than that. In the spring of 2004, late store owner Kevin Robinson noticed a blurry spot in his right eye. He...
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Storing Cross Country Skis for Summer
When you've decided you've skied your last ski of the season (or Mother Nature has decided for you) it's important to take a few easy steps to look after your equipment. Here are the 3 things you should do.Read now -
Noisy or whistling roof racks? Here's some solutions
The aerodynamics of certain vehicles can cause annoying wind noise in your roof racks, even the ones that are marketed as the quietest. Don't give up - there are things you can do to minimize this.Read now -
Choosing a canoe or kayak - 3 important things to look at
This post will take you about 2 minutes to read. It covers 3 ways to look at a canoe or kayak that will tell you most about how the boat will feel in the water.Read now -
How do you size kids cross country skis?
Read nowIt's more important than you might think to get the right size cross country skis for kids. Learn how to choose the right sized gear whether it's new or used.
