No-one has ever crossed the Antarctic on skis. It would most likely be suicide, and you would have to have a sledge/vehicle to carry provisions with you, unless you want to carry everything on your back (not advised).
I have found that some good websites for buying cross country skis are skis.com, xcskishop.com, orscrosscountryskis.com, etc. These are very reputable websites for skis
Kids cross country skis are specifically designed to carefully balance the weight of children and to balance it across the skis. This is to protect children and ensure safety.
There are no paved runways in Antarctica. Airplanes land on skis, not wheels, on runways of ice.
Skis weren't just found - they were invented. No single person is credited with the invention of the original ski. According to the International Skiing History Association, the first record of skis is from rock paintings and skis preserved in bogs that are at least 5,000 years old. These ancient skis were used by hunters and trappers.
The price of cross country skis varies depending on size (youth or adult). The prices range from about $80 for junior size up to a few hundred dollars for an adult pair of cross country skis. This will give you a general idea: http://www.nextag.com/cross_-_country-skis/stores-html
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Two. If a person practiced several disciplines of skiing he might have several pairs of skis - maybe all-mountain, powder and telemark skis - but when you are on the mountain you'll take one pair of skis with you.
That depends a bit. Normal classic skis should be about 6'9. If you go skating they should be 6'5.
It is not the type of Skis or board..it is the person skiing or boarding. The skill level of the person also plays a factor in that. But there is different types of skis or boards you can chose from.
Cross countries skis require a different type of boot. These boots only attach to the ski at the toe allowing your heel to move off the ski as you move. On downhill skis your entire boot is attached to the ski. You can read more about the differences here http://skiing.about.com/od/beginning skiers/a/ccdownhill.htm
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