The only circumstance in skiing that you need guards for is racing. Exept a helmet which should be worn at all times but in some places you don't have to wear one.
No.
Crosscountry skiing, otherwise called Nordic skiing or XC skiing, is a colder time of year sport that includes skiing across significant distances over fluctuated landscape. Nordic skiing is the name given to it because it was first practiced in Scandinavia and other Nordic countries during the winter as a means of transportation. Crosscountry skiing varies from downhill skiing in that it includes skiing on compliment territory, and the skis are longer and more slender, permitting the skier to skim over the snow as opposed to cut turns. It is a popular winter exercise and endurance sport that is enjoyed by both recreational and competitive skiers.
CrossCountry was created in 2007.
Virgin CrossCountry was created in 1997.
Virgin CrossCountry ended in 2007.
the main pieces of equipment, are Poles Ski Boots Skis snow jacket socks salopettes goggles/sunglasses Hat or Helmet
Hockey,snowboarding,figure skating,curling,freestyle skiing,crosscountry skiing,apline skiing,bobsleigh and shooting. Did u know:Canada is the best country in the world at hockey. In 2010 women and men won gold medal for hockey and both of them were verses the USA. GO Canada Go -_-
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There are. Contact the organizations in your area that sponcors crosscountry events, you can find these online.
I think a helmet is a great idea, regardless of how old you are. Today they are comfortable enough to wear, and can protect you from nasty injuries.
17 in 2011 including foreign countries