It's fast. And quiet. That's why we like to skate on our skis on perfectly groomed trails covered with snow. Like cycling, skiing makes us feel almost as athletic as our animal friends. When I ski ...

VIRGINIA MEISSNER SNO-PARK — Out of the tracks, and out of my comfort zone, I skated along the crowded groomed trail, skiing seemingly faster and harder than I ever had before. The differences between ...

Skate skiing is a workout, but it’s also one of the most enjoyable workouts you can get with the right equipment. The Salomon RS 8 Skate Skis with Prolink Pro Skate Bindings ($370) are a joy to ski on ...

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