Where better to boost your cross-country skiing skills than in Colorado and Rocky Mountain National Park. Should this be your first trial ski, you will need to choose the best skis, and select ones that suit the terrain and your height and weight.
The Variables to Consider
If this is your second or third cross-country skiing adventure in Rocky Mountain National Park, you may want to consider purchasing your own skis to take with you.
There are plenty of locations around the National Park and across Colorado where you can buy skis instead of renting during your vacation. There will be experts in most ski stores to help you select the perfect model for your own use.
The initial variables you need to consider when selecting skis for cross-country skiing are your height, weight, experience and expectation of the terrain where you will be experiencing your fun and entertainment.
It is important for an expert to assist you, as there are many equipment designs and changes in trends with technology, every company building their skis slightly differently. As a result, professional help from people who understand all the differences between the brands is a necessity.
You may not know all the questions to ask for the right skis to be selected for your individual requirements, but if you are still in the early learning stages of cross-country skiing, you just need to ask for help and someone will set you up with everything you need.
Classic skis are the most popular, with traditional models slightly longer in length. Shorter skis are more popular, but should be chosen when you have gained a moderate amount of experience already.
Skate skis are used by individuals who race, so you should probably avoid those during your first few lessons.
When you book your accommodation around Rocky Mountain National Park, be sure to allow space for your classic poles and boots which form part of the gear you will need for your fun.