Cross-country skiing

How to achieve the best glide in all conditions

In cooperation with Vauhti A well-waxed ski is a skier’s best friend. Glide doesn’t happen by chance—it’s the result of the right waxing products and careful work. Whether you’re an active recreational skier or a competitive racer, proper waxing ensures your skis glide smoothly i...

Careinstructionsfor wool

In collaboration with: Devold A high-quality wool garment is an investment that stands the test of time and use – as long as you care for it properly. With over 160 years of experience in making wool clothing, Devold knows that small everyday actions will help you enjoy your prod...

Why is merino wool an unbeatable material?

This article has been written in cooperation with Devold. What is merino wool? Wool is a 100% natural fibre with about 8000 different wool types. Thanks to the long fibres of merino wool, clothes made of it are extremely soft and pleasant to wear. Merino has some protective p...

TOP 10 winter activities

When nature gives you a proper, snowy winter, it does inspire you in a whole new way to plan your outdoor activities. Even though I have not re-invented any winter sport for this post, I do give a nice list over things you can do or try in winter, under an instructor’s directi...

Problems with grip tape

Grip tape freezes or new snow sticks to it 1. Tape is too long or it is in a wrong place. Check the ski stiffness and installation place. 2. You can prevent new snow from sticking to the tape by putting a thin layer of kick wax for frosts on the surface of the (cold) tape, e.g...