Complete Guide to Cross-Country Ski Preparation FROM THE PUBLISHER
Nat Brown brings twenty-five years of experience to this guide. He is considered by his peers to be the most knowledgeable person in North America on the subject of ski waxing. He lives in Edmonds, Washington.
SYNOPSIS
An essential resource for serious skiers.
Nat Brown was the official U.S. Cross-Country Team and U.S. Biathalon Team waxer for two Olympics and five World Championships. With this book, he offers a systematic course on choosing the right skis and preparing them for optimal performance.
Emphasizing simplicity and practicality, Brown guides skiers through all the techniques—basic to advanced—needed needed to produce fast skis. He covers the basic mechanics of skis and wax; all the factors that can affect a ski's speed and how to minimize or eliminate them; and advanced topics such as testing and repairs. Illustrated with b&w photos.
FROM THE CRITICS
Sweat
It's amazing how much information is packed in this compact volume ... Don't hit the snow trails without checking this one out.
Sports Etc.
A handy compilation of everything you ever wanted, or needed, to know about cross country [ski preparation].
Metro Sports
A clear introduction to evaluating waxable skis.
Bookwatch
important reading for all serious cross-country and competition skiers.
Ski Trax magazine
A succinct and extremely readable introduction to the subject.
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