Street Skiing
By Caitlin Gregg
After a solid two weeks of training in Maquette, MI and Cabel, WI Brian and I returned home for what is going to be our longest time yet (3 weeks). As soon as we returned we began unpacking and getting the house up and running again. Within an hour the neighborhood kids saw Lahti and knew we were home. Ten kids stopped over to say “hello” and “welcome back”. While visiting on our porch the kids saw all of our Marwe rollerskis and were really excited to try the “Street Skiing” they see Brian and I do everyday.
Brian and I began outfitting the neighborhood kids with our boots, rollerskis (street skis) and poles. The kids were psyched. We could barely get them to stop playing as the sun was setting.
Quinn and Neinei booting up
Brian giving Quin a few pointers
Caitlin and the Girls trying out the sit ski
I find the learning curve for kids starting out on rollerskis pretty incredible. By the end of the evening all of the kids where skating and striding without ever skiing before. There were a few crashes but the thrill of cruising around the block was worth it for them.
Getting the hang of things
I love sharing my love of XC Skiing with everyone around me. Brian and I work with kids at our community service sites but it means a lot to me to be able to inspire and motivate the kids who live down the street. I can’t wait till winter comes and we can get them out on snow skis too!
street skiing
