My husband and I I xc-ski too. However, you do have to be careful - first we had old skis, the sort that you can use in the park and not worry about scratching, then we decided to enter a citizens race. Obviously if you race then you need new skis....and wax.....and a racing suit.....and then stiffer poles because the first ones were too soft......and a water bottle belt........I think you can see where this is leading!

Enjoy,
Bron