Nordic ski and snowshoe: A few tips explored
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Nordic ski and snowshoe: A few tips explored
The Town of Eagle is strategically placed between Grand Junction and Denver in Colorado. This
lesser charted gem of a tourist destination keeps its trippers busy with a host of adventurous
activities like mountain biking, hiking, camping and river rafting among others.
As the chills set in, the beauteous town braces up for Nordic ski and snowshoeing. The Town of
Eagle boasts of a number of well maintained skiing trails including:
Eagle Ranch Golf Course
McKenzie Gulch
Fulford Road
Vassar Meadows
Others
The overall experience (of Nordic ski and
snowshoeing) is further accentuated by the magical
winters, characterized by mild snowfall and gentle
winds. Today within the scope of the post, we will
particularly be discussing a few Nordic ski and
snowshoeing tips. As a beginner, you might as well
be overwhelmed by the number of factors that you
have to consider before participating in such an
endeavor. As the adage goes, “If you can walk, you
can snowshoe”—it’s (i.e. snowshoe) fun, easy and
inexpensive. Acquainting yourself with a few
snowshoeing tips would make the deal even
sweeter for you!
Choosing the right show
It is very important to keep the total weight (that you want your shoe to carry), in view. In this
regard you should consider your own weight as well as the weight of your clothing. Please
remember, the heavier the weight you want to insert, the longer the shoes should be. However,
you don’t want the size to be too big so that it hinders your walk. If you are less than 100 to 150
pounds, then you can choose a shoe sizes ranging from 20 to 22 inch. A 30 inch shoe, on the
other hand, is ideal for those weighing around 200 to 300 pounds.
You can choose shoes in accordance with the nature of terrain you are traversing--- the flat
terrain, mountain terrain and rolling terrain.
Etiquettes
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Snowshoers, in general, are not fond of noises or screams of
accomplishments along the trails. They look forward to this
moment (when they can ski) to immerse themselves in the
“effervescent” tranquility of Nature while they are trudging uphill.
Make sure you are refraining from loud proclamations of your
achievements on the trail.
Make sure that you are snowshoeing along the edge of the trail in a
bid to leave enough space in the centre for cross country skiers. If
you are stopped anytime while skiing, make sure you are not
blocking the course.
Starting out and more:
It is always better to start off your journey on rolling terrain. Make sure you are placing your feet
firmly on the snow before going uphill. Use your instep crampons for gaining traction.
Adopt a different technique on descent. Keep your poles in front of you, body weight slightly on
your back and your knees bent and relaxed.