Performing Hockey Stops with Your Cross-Country Skis

Everyone wants to know how to perform hockey stops on cross-country skis. Why? Because they so cool! haha :)

But, really, they're actually far more powerful of a stopping method than snowplowing. And, in spite of the angulated position in which you need to assume in order to perform a good hockey stop on xc skis, that position is far less awkward than a deep, snowplow position (that's required for stopping on steep terrain).

So, there are multiple benefits to learning how to hockey stop with your xc skis. What I also like about knowing a basic hockey stop is that it's the lead-in to performing more advanced downhill cross-country ski technique. Becoming comfortable with weight transfer and angulation is key when beginning to work on your modified parallel turns and Telemark turns.

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In this video, I was skiing on a set of Fischer Spider 62mm with NNN bindings. And I was wearing Fischer XC Control boots.

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Please note that I produced my series of articles and videos tagged “Cross-Country Skiing Explained” with the beginner or intermediate cross-country skier in mind. Therefore, I don’t intend to address racing-oriented philosophy, technique, or gear selection.

Classic Cross-Country Ski Components:

Introduction to Classic Cross-Country Skis (Part 1)
https://tahoetrailguide.com/cross-country-skiing-explained-part-1-introduction-to-classic-cross-country-skis/

Geometry of Classic Cross-Country Skis (Part 2)
https://tahoetrailguide.com/cross-country-skiing-explained-part-2-geometry-of-classic-cross-country-skis/

The Grip Zone of Classic Cross-Country Skis (Part 3)
https://tahoetrailguide.com/cross-country-skiing-explained-part-3-the-grip-zone-of-classic-cross-country-skis/

Types of Bindings for Classic Cross-Country Skiing (Part 4)
https://tahoetrailguide.com/cross-country-skiing-explained-part-4-classic-cross-country-ski-bindings/

Ski Boots for Classic Cross-Country Skiing (Part 5)
https://tahoetrailguide.com/cross-country-skiing-explained-part-5-classic-cross-country-ski-boots/

Classic Cross-Country Ski Poles (Part 6)
https://tahoetrailguide.com/cross-country-skiing-explained-part-6-classic-cross-country-ski-poles/

FAQs about Classic Cross-Country Skiing
https://tahoetrailguide.com/faqs-about-classic-cross-country-ski-gear/

Waxing Your “Waxless” Cross-Country Skis (for beginner and intermediate xc skiers):

Introduction to Waxing Your Waxless XC Skis
https://tahoetrailguide.com/waxing-your-waxless-cross-country-skis-for-beginner-and-intermediate-cross-country-skiers-introduction/

Step-by-Step Waxing Tutorial
https://tahoetrailguide.com/waxing-your-waxless-cross-country-skis-for-beginner-and-intermediate-cross-country-skiers-step-by-step-tutorial/

Considerations for buying cross-country ski gear (new and beginner xc skiers):

Buying Cross-Country Ski Gear, for Beginners (Part 1)
https://tahoetrailguide.com/buying-cross-country-ski-gear-for-beginners-part-1/

I've produced this collection of articles and videos about backcountry travel and exploration with the beginner and intermediate adventurer in mind. This is the demographic for whom I most often served while working in the Lake Tahoe outdoor recreation industry. In essence, these informational projects I create and publish are extensions of the many conversations we've had over the years.

Please note that, although I encourage you to venture out of your comfort zone, you need to know your limits and when to turn back. Tahoe Trail Guide and its contributors are not liable for property loss or damage, personal injury, or death. Always consult multiple sources when venturing into the backcountry. Always be prepared for the worst case scenario. Your safety is your responsibility.

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