Cross Country Ski Etiquette
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Before you hit the cross country tracks, there are a few unwritten rules
you should know about. In my opinion is these tips quite obvious, but
if you're a novice, it's good to know the rules to avoid any accidents
or arguments while you're skiing.
If someone behind you (who is skiing faster than you) ask you to "step a side", you should as soon as possible do so. Although, you should take into consideration if you can do it safely (depending on the terrain and the number of available tracks).
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How do I act in the forest cross country skiing?
If you come up behind a slower skier, you should always be prepared that the person doesn't get out of the way (for different reasons). If you get forced to overtake the person, always do so on the left side. If you're not i a hurry, you can always slow down and wait for the person to get out of the way where it's more suitable. Also, always be extra careful if you come up behind a child or a family. You don't want to risk hurting someone just because you're trying to set a new personal record time.
Remember:
• If you're asked to "step aside", be sure to do it properly and keep your poles close to your body.
• If you come up behind someone slower, call for attention by yelling "Excuse me" instead of "Step aside".
• When you pass the person, make sure to thank him or her - this is not only the polite way to do it, it also makes cross country skiing even more enjoyable for everyone who's out there.
• If you get passed on an uphill slope, try to keep to the right and make room for anyone faster than you.
Sleds
To use sleds in a cross country track, you'll definitely take out the fun for everyone else. A sled literally destroys a track completely. If you want or need a sled, you should use it in non prepared tracks.
Dogs
Many dog owners insist to bring their dog during their cross country training to exercise the dog at the same time, but it is (as you can imagine) not the best thing for the tracks. If you bring a dog anyway, you should always keep the dog leashed to avoid any accidents or disputes with other skiers.
Skiing-fees
Some cross country ski areas charge the skiers for their time in the tracks. Nothing wrong with that. If the tracks are prepared and in good condition, you should definitely not feel angry if you have to put down a dollar or two. The fees makes the maintenance even better and that's a good thing, isn't it?
If you come up behind a slower skier, you should always be prepared that the person doesn't get out of the way (for different reasons). If you get forced to overtake the person, always do so on the left side. If you're not i a hurry, you can always slow down and wait for the person to get out of the way where it's more suitable. Also, always be extra careful if you come up behind a child or a family. You don't want to risk hurting someone just because you're trying to set a new personal record time.
Remember:
• If you're asked to "step aside", be sure to do it properly and keep your poles close to your body.
• If you come up behind someone slower, call for attention by yelling "Excuse me" instead of "Step aside".
• When you pass the person, make sure to thank him or her - this is not only the polite way to do it, it also makes cross country skiing even more enjoyable for everyone who's out there.
• If you get passed on an uphill slope, try to keep to the right and make room for anyone faster than you.
Sleds
To use sleds in a cross country track, you'll definitely take out the fun for everyone else. A sled literally destroys a track completely. If you want or need a sled, you should use it in non prepared tracks.
Dogs
Many dog owners insist to bring their dog during their cross country training to exercise the dog at the same time, but it is (as you can imagine) not the best thing for the tracks. If you bring a dog anyway, you should always keep the dog leashed to avoid any accidents or disputes with other skiers.
Skiing-fees
Some cross country ski areas charge the skiers for their time in the tracks. Nothing wrong with that. If the tracks are prepared and in good condition, you should definitely not feel angry if you have to put down a dollar or two. The fees makes the maintenance even better and that's a good thing, isn't it?
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