A short course in cross-country skiing for beginners and hobbyists.
Author: Harri Kirvesniemi, Axa Sorjanen, Kimmo Syväri
Finnish original: Hyvä hiihtokoulu
Publisher: Teos, 2020 [2006]
Genre: nonfiction
Number of pages: 184 pp.
Reading material: Finnish original, English sample, English synopsis
The traditional Nordic sport of cross-country skiing has become an international trend. There are new enthusiasts from all over the world, from China to the US and from Central Europe to Australia.
The Good Ski School offers answers to all those questions a beginner who dreams of skiing wants to ask. How to stay on your skis, how to choose your skis and how to lubricate them? For more advanced enthusiasts the book offers nutritional tips, ready-made workout programs and even advice for preparing for the race.
The book combines the long-time skiing experience of world champion and Olympic medallist, skier and ski factory boss Harri Kirvesniemi, the knowledge of ski coach and journalist Axa Sorjanen, and the stunning photos of photographer Kimmo Syväri. The new edition of the book has been updated to cater specifically to the needs of the beginner.
“It’s hard to imagine finding a better guide for the fitness skier in this country – and probably anywhere else.”
– Urheilulehti [Sports magazine]
“The Good Ski School book gives you a good dose of information to help you tackle the jungle. […] It’s a good comprehensive book for anyone who needs basic skiing knowledge.”
– Kauppalehti newspaper
“The artwork is clear and so it’s good. A funny and graphic series of shots describes the entire sequence of movements, with all its steps.”
– Salon Seudun Sanomat newspaper
About the authors:
Harri Kirvesniemi – Axa Sorjanen – Kimmo Syväri