Buying Guide: Pro-Ski Rollerskis

Pro-Ski rollerskis are manufactured in Sweden by Sterners Specialfabrik AB (http://pro-ski.com/) and distributed exclusively in North American by WebSkis.com in Bend, Oregon. The skis traditionally feature heavy duty frames that can take lots of abuse and long wheel life.

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Maker	Type	Price	Wheel- base	# of wheels	Wheel diameter	Wheel width	Wheel speed	Wheel material	Weight per pair	Fenders	Speed Reducers or brakes	Ground clearance	Ratchets	Shaft
Classic Rollerskis
Pro-Ski C2	Classic	$280	720mm	2	67mm	50mm	Medium	Rubber	2.03 kg	Yes	Optional	NA	Rear	Aluminum
The choice of the entire Norwegian National Team for classic ski training.										Yes	Optional	NA	Rear	Aluminum
Pro-Ski C3	Classic	$300	720mm	2	67mm	50mm	Slow	Rubber	2.03 kg	Yes	Optional	NA	Rear	Aluminum
The C3 skis are the same rollerskis as the C2, but with slower wheels										Yes	Optional	NA	Rear	Aluminum
Pro-Ski C2 Flex	Classic	$340	710mm	2	67mm	50mm	Medium	Rubber	2.10 kg	Yes	Optional	NA	Rear	SSAB high-tensile flexible spring steel
The C2 Flex has a stainless steel tensioning rod that can be adjusted the stiffness of the frame. The flexibility of the shaft also athletes to turn the rollerskis.										Yes	Optional	NA	Rear	SSAB high-tensile flexible spring steel
Pro-Ski C2 Vario	Classic	$365	720mm	2	67mm	50mm	Medium	Rubber	2.03 kg	Yes	Optional	NA	Rear	Aluminum
The choice of the entire Norwegian National Team for classic ski training.										Yes	Optional	NA	Rear	Aluminum
Pro-Ski Roadline Tech	Classic	$310	710mm	2	Front: 70mm; Rear: 67mm	Front: 30mm; Rear: 50mm	Medium	Rubber	1.95 kg	Yes	No	NA	Front	Aluminum
A narrow front wheel makes this ski nimble and also reduces the swing weight. Since the ratchet is on the narrow front wheel, it has less friction on the pavement. This means that the ski will release from the "grip" phase of the stride earlier - reducing the possibility developing a "late kick." The wider, rear wheel is a standard C2 wheel, meaning lots of stability and just the right speed.										Yes	No	NA	Front	Aluminum
Pro-Ski S2 Classic	Classic	$300	610mm	2	70mm	30mm	Fast	Polyurethane	1.66 kg	Yes	No	NA	Rear	Aluminum
Like the S2 skate, but with a ratcheted rear wheel so you can kick and glide. For skiers who have access to smooth pavement and want a ski that is faster than the C2 or C3.										Yes	No	NA	Rear	Aluminum
Skate Rollerskis
Pro-Ski S2 Skate	Skate	300	610mm	2	70mm	30mm	Fast	Polyurethane	1.57 kg	Yes	No	NA	NA	Aluminum
The choice of Beckie Scott and the Canadian women's XC team. Harder narrow wheels that respond immediately to the push motion. Easily ridden freestyle ski with good front grip. Speeds similar to hard, fast snow conditions.										Yes	No	NA	NA	Aluminum
Pro-Ski S5e Skate	Skate	$260	530mm	2	100mm	24mm	Medium	Rubber	1.41 kg	No	No	NA	NA	Aluminum
Features include narrow, larger, rubber wheels that make this ski excellent for all types of pavement. The larger rubber wheels help dampen road vibration, offering a very smooth, soft rolling ride.										No	No	NA	NA	Aluminum
Pro-Ski S7 Junior Skate	Skate	$160	470mm	2	82mm	23mm	Slow	Rubber	1.93 kg	No	No	NA	NA	Aluminum
A smaller version of the S5e's, these use a shorter shaft and are for juniors that are under 140 pounds.										No	No	NA	NA	Aluminum

Buying Guide: Pro-Ski Rollerskis

Mon, Jun 28, 2010 - By Mike Muha