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of skiing, especially in Scandinavia. The equipment is light and you are
not dependent on lifts. For overall fitness this style is the most beneficial,
but it lacks the speed and excitement of alpine skiing.
Several of the rules are the same as the FIS alpine code. When using
prepared tracks, observe the following:
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Choice of tracks. On paths with more than one prepared track, skiers
should choose the right-hand lane. Skiers in groups must keep on the
right, behind each other.
Overtaking. A skier is not obliged to give way to an overtaking skier,
but should allow a faster skier to pass whenever possible. A skier is
permitted to overtake another skier on the left or right.
Encounter. Cross-country skiers meeting while skiing in opposite directions
should keep to their right. A climbing skier should give way to a descending
skier.
Poles. A cross-country skier should keep his poles close to his body
whenever near another skier.
Control of speed. A cross-country skier should always adapt his speed
to his personal ability, the prevailing terrain and visibility, and
to the traffic on the course. Every skier should keep a safe distance
from the skiers ahead. As a last resort, an intentional fall should
be used to avoid collision.
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