The following is a quick guide to great cross country ski manufacturers and ski wax equipment companies:
Alpina Sports
93 Etna Rd
Lebanon, NH 03766
phone: 603-448-3101
info@alpinasports.com
www.alpinasports.com
Alpina Sports Corporation (ASC) is the importer/ distribution company for Alpina nordic and downhill boots and skis. The Alpina brands are headquartered in the foothills of the Southern Alps in a small, charming town called Žiri, in the Western part of Slovenia. Alpina Žiri has a long history of shoe and boot manufacturing, dating back to the turn of the 1900s. Since just after WWll in 1948, Alpina has been active in the export of outdoor sports footwear including Nordic and Alpine skiing boots, winter footwear, Hiking, and Trekking boots. ASC is also the North American distributor of Crispi telemark boots, bindings, Start ski wax, Masters Poles and Hamax sleds. Beginning in 2008 ASC will be importing Peltonen skis, Exel ski and nordic walking poles, and Bjorn Daehlie outerwear.
American Nordic Walking System
5873 Lake Street
Glen Arbor, MI 49636
toll free: 877-754-9255 phone: 231-334-3080
getfit@skiwalking.com
www.SkiWalking.com
SWIX and EXEL Nordic Walking Poles. Equipped with real Nordic Walking Straps – patented by the Salomon Ski Company! FREE Nordic Walking DVD with all purchases. Safe and effective Nordic Ski Walking Instructions. ALL sizes in stock and ready to ship – 14 lengths. FAST shipping! Our one-piece poles are safer, lighter and much more durable than twist-locking adjustable length/telescoping/collapsible poles. Don’t get scammed by cheap twist-lock or flip-lock poles! Walking with poles burns more calories than regular walking. When using the Perfect Length Poles and correct technique the stress to the shins, knees, hips and back are radically reduced!
Fischer Skis
60 Dartmouth Dr
Auburn, NH 3032
phone: 603-314-7110
www.fischerskis.com
Fischer is the largest producer of cross-country skis in the world and offers a complete collection of skis for racers, recreational, junior and backcountry skiers. Fischer also offers a large selection of boots, poles, and bindings to complement the ski collection. Fischer’s connections to the aerospace and high performance car industry have produced lightweight innovative winter products for all abilities of skiers to help them enjoy the winter season.
Rossignol Ski Company
PO Box 981060
Park City, UT 84098
phone: 435-252-3300
info@rossignol.com
www.Rossignol.com
North America’s largest supplier of Nordic products including skis, boots, poles, bindings and clothing. Rossignol was started in the French Alps in 1907 and celebrated its 100th anniversary as the world’s largest ski brand. Now an American brand leading the world’s market in outdoor ski sport activities. The Rossignol Nordic brand grows each year and is the largest supplier of light backcountry skis to the US. Recent addition of touring and light backcountry clothing. Distributor of One Way poles for Nordic skiing & Nordic walking as well as roller skis. Rossignol has a strong position at the lead of the US Nordic market.
Salomon USA
2030 Lincoln Ave
Odgen, UT 84401
toll free: 800-225-6850
www.salomonsports.com
The only Cross-Country Ski Company which manufactures their own skis, boots and bindings. Salomon skis, boots, bindings and now clothing work in unison, so you can ski in harmony with your snowscape. Visit www.SalomonNordic.com or your local dealer for more info. Salomon, it fits you.
Atomic Ski USA
2030 Lincoln Ave
Odgen, UT 84401
toll free: 800-258-5020
www.atomicsnow.com
Atomic is a 50 year old Austrian winter sports company that offers a full range of Nordic skis, boots, bindings & poles. Production takes place under close supervision in their own Austrian factory. Here, they can keep careful eye on quality control as well as zero environmental impact. Production has gone totally green while enhancing the quality of the skis, boots & binding. Our goal is to make cross country skiing easier & more fun for everyone.
Madshus
4201 6th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98108
toll free: 800-426-1617
customerservice@madshususa.com
www.madshus.com
Madshus is the performance racing brand for male and female Nordic enthusiasts. A heritage Norwegian ski brand that has produced skis since 1906 (the world’s oldest still in operation), Madshus is committed to building the highest performance product for Nordic racing and bringing its World Cup-level technology to market for the fitness consumer.
Swix Sport USA
600 Research Drive
Wilmington , MA 01887-1013
phone: 978-657-4820
swix@swixsport.com
www.swixsport.com
Since 1946 and the development of the first modern ski waxes, Swix has been at the forefront of technology & focused on the cross country market. Purchasing their own ski pole factory in 1974 and ski clothing in 1989 has allowed Swix to focus on even more aspects of skiing. What began as 5 ski waxes has grown to over 3,000 innovative products. The most innovative & widely used products at the World Cup level. The Swix Sport USA website features basic information as well as technical info for the elite racer.
Toko
752 South 200 West
Heber City, UT 84032
toll free: 800 451 5127
ian@tokous.com
www.TokoUS.com
Toko waxes are known for being super fast, yet organized in a way that is very simple and easy to understand. We are a complete supplier offering everything from workshop (bulk) products and liquid glide products to the highest end racing products. Toko gloves are unconditionally warranteed for one year – the only gloves on the market. They are also machine washable and dryable. Toko gloves are known for their legendary durability and fit. Toko has a large design team with a lot of experience designing and developing apparel. Only the best materials are used. Colors are fresh.
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