When using a ski tow, Raymond explained, no wax of any kind is necessary except the base lacquer. For slalom, down hill, or cross country racing, wax technique is a very important factor in the ...

Cross-country skiing events vary by distance ... waxed classical skis for slipperier freestyle skis midway through the race. Different blends of wax are used for classical racing and freestyle racing, ...

Waxing, scraping or cleaning of the skis during competition ... In order to preserve the integrity of a classical cross-country ski race, officials are spread across the race course looking for ...

The improving Ben Ogden and Gus Schumacher could give the American men a rare cross-country skiing Olympic medal threat.