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Skiskates vs Skis: Why Skating on Snow Feels More Natural

Skiskates vs Skis: Why Skating on Snow Feels More Natural

If you’ve ever felt that traditional skis are cumbersome or hard to learn, Skiskates offer a compact and user-friendly alternative. At just 17 inches long, these mini skis mimic the movements of i...

Is Skiskating Easy? What to Expect Your First Day on Skiskates

Is Skiskating Easy? What to Expect Your First Day on Skiskates

Skiskating is a winter sport blending skiing and skating, using compact skis and side-to-side movements. If you've ice skated or rollerbladed, it may feel familiar, and many beginners grasp the ba...

Skates on Snow Explained: How Skiskating Really Works

Skates on Snow Explained: How Skiskating Really Works

Skiskating combines the motion of ice skating with skiing, using short skis (about 17 inches long) to glide on snow. Instead of traditional skiing's forward motion, skiskating involves side-to-sid...

What Are Skiskates? Skating on Snow Explained for Beginners

What Are Skiskates? Skating on Snow Explained for Beginners

Skiskates are compact, 17.3-inch-long mini skis that blend skiing and ice skating movements, offering a fun and portable way to enjoy snow sports. They’re lightweight, beginner-friendly, and fit i...

Mini Skis | Complete Guide

Mini Skis | Complete Guide

Mini skis, also known as short skis, have become the newest sensation in the world of winter sports. Drawing inspiration from two beloved activities—skiing and ice skating—these compact skis open ...

Are Short Skis a Problem? | Can I Use Skis That Are Too Short?

Are Short Skis a Problem? | Can I Use Skis That Are Too Short?

Most of us are familiar with the traditional advice about ski length: it should roughly align with your height and skiing ability, right? But what if I told you that shorter skis—often dismissed a...

Types of Short Skis - What is the Difference? Skiblades | Skiboards | Skiskates | Snowblades

Types of Short Skis - What is the Difference? Skiblades | Skiboards | Skiskates | Snowblades

Are they all just the same thing? Not quite, but they all fall under the umbrella of short skis. Although the terms are often used interchangeably, there are some differences worth exploring. Let'...

Are Snowfeet and Skiskates Allowed? | Are Skiskates Banned?

Are Snowfeet and Skiskates Allowed? | Are Skiskates Banned?

Snowfeet and Skiskates are compact alternatives to traditional skis. They are taking the slopes by storm, but many people wonder: Are Snowfeet and Skiskates allowed at ski resorts? If you’ve been...