What is Nordic Ski Walking? Nordic Ski Walking really is the great. It may look  funny (cross-country skiing without the skis and without the snow), but the results speak for themselves Over SIX MILLION Europeans are Nordic Walking everyday - NO snow and NO skis required. Nordic Ski Walking burns up to 40% more calories than walking without poles and also reduces knee and joint strain. Nordic Ski Walking naturally loosens & strengthens the neck, back and shoulders. Cross Country Skiing provides the ultimate aerobic workout. World class cross-country skiers have been seriously Ski Walking for years as a proven off season cross trainer. This easily learned technique provides the same great workout without snow and with minimal equipment (comfortable shoes & Nordic Ski Walking fitness poles). We sell the Pete Edwards VIP Swix C-T5 Nordic Ski Walking pole. It is user friendly and comes equipped with patented comfortable straps, durable carbide metal tips and removable natural rubber fitness tips for use on hard surfaces (asphalt, indoor malls & concrete). This pole is best value out there: only $69.95 per pair. Call 800 832 2663 to order.