Discussing Roller Skiing for Beginners and Why You Should Wait to Add it to Your XC Ski Training

My philosophy about roller skiing will probably be unpopular with many long-time cross-country skiers, especially the competitive ones. But, basically, I believe that beginner and intermediate xc skiers should not roller ski. This is because, in many ways, roller skiing has the potential to be counterproductive (learn bad technique) and catastrophic (breaking yourself). Falling on snow is one thing, but falling on asphalt is a whole other matter. So if you fall down a lot on cross-country skis and often require the use of ski poles to keep yourself upright, don't roller ski. Please note that I recorded the voiceover for this video yesterday during my drive to Incline Village, NV, to deliver some of my Color the Tahoe Rim Trail coloring books (https://jaredmanninen.com/portfolio/c... ) to a gift shop. My voice is loud and clear enough, but there's background noise that I couldn't edit out. Hopefully it's not that distracting. So I apologize for not creating better quality audio. That said, I put a lot of effort into providing accurate closed captions so feel free to turn them on while watching this video. I included text overlays in this video that don't directly correspond to what I'm saying in the moment. But they do reinforce what I'm saying overall. So you may need to pause the video as necessary. You could always watch this twice through (once with audio and once without), but I know that's asking a lot :) •   / jaredmanninen   (monthly contributions of $3, $6, $9, $39, or $99) • https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/Jared... (option for making a single, one-time monetary contribution) • https://venmo.com/u/TahoeTrailGuide (option for making a single, one-time monetary contribution) • https://JaredManninen.RedBubble.com (merchandise account featuring my outdoor-related imagery) 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 (articles at Tahoe Trail Guide): Introduction to Classic Cross-Country Skis (Part 1) https://tahoetrailguide.com/cross-cou... Geometry of Classic Cross-Country Skis (Part 2) https://tahoetrailguide.com/cross-cou... The Grip Zone of Classic Cross-Country Skis (Part 3) https://tahoetrailguide.com/cross-cou... Types of Bindings for Classic Cross-Country Skiing (Part 4) https://tahoetrailguide.com/cross-cou... Ski Boots for Classic Cross-Country Skiing (Part 5) https://tahoetrailguide.com/cross-cou... Classic Cross-Country Ski Poles (Part 6) https://tahoetrailguide.com/cross-cou... FAQs about Classic Cross-Country Skiing https://tahoetrailguide.com/faqs-abou... Waxing Your “Waxless” Cross-Country Skis (for beginner and intermediate xc skiers): Introduction to Waxing Your Waxless XC Skis https://tahoetrailguide.com/waxing-yo... FAQs About Waxing Your Waxless XC Skis https://tahoetrailguide.com/faqs-abou... 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-cr... 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. Copyright © 2024 Jared Manninen For more information, visit… https://TahoeTrailGuide.com