Cross-Country Skiing

From taking the chill out of cool morning bike rides to hiking to the summit of Quandary Peak, you need a versatile layer that works as hard as you do. The year-round Merino 150 base layer short sleeve is up to the challenge thanks to the body temp regulating properties and breathability of Merino. Featuring Core Spun technology, Smartwool wrapped Merino around a nylon core for added durability while still keeping the comfort of ultra-soft Merino next to skin. They added smooth flatlock seams to help minimize chafing and offset shoulder and side seams to lie smoothly beneath pack straps. Performs well on its own in warmer temps or layers up easily when cooler weather rolls in. - Slim Fit - Raglan sleeve design removes shoulder seams - Flatlock seam construction designed to eliminate chafing - Knit in Vietnam: 87% Merino Wool, 13% Nylon Core - Garment Weight: 133 g = 4.7 oz - Style: SW016041

Need a tee that does it all and still looks good? Smartwool's freshly redesigned Merino 150 Short Sleeve works undercover as a base layer on cool mornings or as a stand-alone piece during warmer temps. Featuring Core Spun technology, Smartwool wrapped Merino around a nylon core for added durability while still keeping the temperature regulation and moisture management benefits of ultra-soft Merino next to skin. Raglan sleeves remove shoulder seams for comfort under a pack and smooth merrow stitching wraps from side to front for a flattering look. - Slim Fit - Raglan sleeve design removes shoulder seams - Side seams wrap to front for body-enhancing fit - Stretch merrow stitching for comfort and a feminine aesthetic - Knit in Vietnam: 87% Merino Wool, 13% Nylon Core - Garment Weight: 102 g = 3.6 oz - Style: SW015253

The Fischer JR Combi is a great all around NNN compatible junior boot for skating and classic skiing. The extra ankle support is essential for kids when skate skiing and a big bonus for classic skiing, or just trucking around in the back woods.

The XC Comfort Pro is a lot of boot for the price. We have sold this model with confidence for many years from beginners to ambitious fitness in-track skiers. The ankle strap provides added support while the Triple-F membrane ensures your feet stay warm and dry. It's a reliable boot that gets high comfort ratings from our customers.

The XC Comfort Pro My Style is a lot of boot for the price. We have sold this model for women with confidence for many years from beginners to ambitious fitness in-track skiers. The ankle strap provides added support while the Triple-F membrane ensures your feet stay warm and dry. It's a reliable boot that gets high comfort ratings from our customers.

The Atomic Redster World Cup Junior Classic ski is a good choice for that Junior skier looking for performance in a waxable classic ski. Whether racing or training, the Redster Worldcup Junior will take you beyond your limit with superfast B1 5000 base and a light stable Speedcell core providing greater rebound and easier acceleration.

The Fischer JR Combi is a great all around NNN compatible junior boot for skating and classic skiing. The extra ankle support is essential for kids when skate skiing and a big bonus for classic skiing, or just trucking around in the back woods.

We love this waxless ski for kids. We think it is the way to go for a junior first timer ski. It is lightweight with a very soft flex making it easy for first timers to climb uphill without giving up too much glide. Specific sidecut is great in or out of groomed tracks. These skis are pre-mounted with junior bindings that fit NNN style boots.

When your feet are warm, comfortable and supported, you just don't want to stop skiing. That's why folks love this boot. With the ergonomic touring cuff you get more ankle support. The internal thermo formed heel counter holds your heel snugly and a wider forefoot with Thinsulate keeps your feet happy. It's this signature wedge shaped last that makes Salomon boots such a great fit.

When your feet are warm, comfortable and supported, you just don't want to stop skiing. That's why folks love this boot. With the ergonomic touring cuff you get more ankle support. The internal thermo formed heel counter holds your heel snugly and a wider forefoot with Thinsulate keeps your feet happy. It's this signature wedge shaped last that makes Salomon boots such a great fit. The Prolink sole is NNN compatible.

When your feet are warm, comfortable and supported, you just don't want to stop skiing. That's why our customers love this boot. With the ergonomic touring cuff you get more ankle support. The internal thermo formed heel counter holds your heel snugly. A wider forefoot and Thinsulate keeps your feet happy. It's this signature wedge shaped last that makes Salomon boots such a great fit.

When your feet are warm, comfortable and supported, you just don't want to stop skiing. That's why our customers love this boot. With the ergonomic touring cuff you get added ankle support. The internal thermo formed heel counter holds your heel snugly. A wider forefoot and Thinsulate keeps your feet happy. It's this signature wedge shaped last that makes Salomon boots such a great fit. The Prolink sole is NNN compatible.

Step up to more performance, lighter weight and race boot features with the RC5. It has an NNN R3 PU sole optimizing torsional stiffness and stability through the underfoot, which means better control. Great heel retention plus a really nice classic flex for better feel of the ski on the snow. Spoil yourself with the Fischer Speed Lock lacing system - quick and easy on cold hands!

The special back-country sole of the Offtrack BC boot series gives you stability and reliable power transfer. This is a boot you want on your feet when you are out exploring the winter woods. It's warm and roomy for socking-up; feet stay dry with the built-in gaiter; there's added support from the ankle cuff; the heels hugs well; and forefoot flexes nicely in the toe box guarding against heel blisters. A great boot for making your own tracks.

The special back-country sole of the Offtrack BC boot series gives you stability and reliable power transfer. This is a boot you want on your feet when you are out exploring the winter woods. It's warm and roomy for socking-up; feet stay dry with the built-in gaiter; there's added support from the ankle cuff; the heels hugs well; and forefoot flexes nicely in the toe box guarding against heel blisters. A great boot for making your own tracks. Good for wide-ish feet.

We love this boot from our performance category for it's value, fit, and features. Just right for high school racing and fitness training. And especially good if you have narrow heels. Also offered with a Prolink sole (NNN compatible).

The Snowscape 7 is perfect for someone just learning to ski or is tired of their old, heavy, slow skis and they want to upgrade to a more sporty ski. It is light and easy with generous glide. A super fun ski! The Snowscape 7 skis best groomed tracks but you can take it off track to explore gentle terrain where the snow isn't too deep. Although it is not a metal edge ski, the Power Edge gives you extra bite when for cornering or snow plowing on hard packed surfaces. The Snowscape is a compact ski which means they are shorter in length than a traditional race ski. This makes them highly maneuverable. We like them so much that we use them for our rental ski in our shop. "Siam" means Women's.

The Snowscape 7 is perfect for someone just learning to ski or is tired of their old, heavy, slow skis and they want to upgrade to a more sporty ski. It is light and easy with generous glide. A super fun ski! The Snowscape 7 skis best in groomed tracks but you can take it off track to explore gentle terrain where the snow isn't too deep. Although it is not a metal edge ski, the Power Edge gives you extra bite when for cornering or snow plowing on hard packed surfaces. The Snowscape is a compact ski which means they are shorter in length than a traditional race ski. This makes them highly maneuverable. We like them so much that we use them for our rental ski in our shop.

The Fischer CRS is an all-around waxable classic ski for every snow condition. With solid performance this ski is great for first time classic skiers new to Nordic kick waxing, or first year high school team racer. BINDINGS NOT INCLUDED.

We love this boot from our performance category for it's value, fit, and features. The new NNN compatible Prolink sole optimizes forefoot flexion for classic technique. Just right for high school racing, fitness training, or recreating. And this boot is especially good if you have narrow heels.

We like the improvements of the new Atomic Mover XCruise Posigrip ski. It's light, has a lively glide, and an effective grip. A great touring ski best for in-track and suitable for out-of-track when the snow is not very deep. The positively embossed base of the Posigrip 3D grip technology delivers a confident kick. The Mover XCruise 3D Profile adds forward energy and torsional stiffness for more support when turning or edging. It's a dynamic and fast touring all-rounder for active skiers. If you are wondering what size ski is best for you, give us a call - 802-387-5718 - or email us - info@westhillshop.com - and we can recommend the best ski size for your weight, ability, fitness level, and height. This is what Atomic has to say about their ski: "The lightweight Atomic Mover XCruise Posigrip is a top touring ski for leisure skiers. It’s capable of ensuring secure and stable climbing and gliding at all times, thanks to a broad sidecut on a shorter sized ski. Posigrip technology delivers a powerful kick in all situations. And thanks to the XCruise Profil 3D, power is converted directly into forward movement, making this lightweight ski a dynamic and fast touring all-rounder. For 2018 we’ve updated the series design to match our Sport and Redster range so it looks as good as it feels. For longer lengths (183, 193 cm) we also now offer a hard flex for heavier skiers."

The Fischer CRS is an all-around waxable classic ski for every snow condition, thanks to the Stoneground base finish. With solid performance this ski makes a great first time race ski or recreational fitness ski. With new material composition, the elasticity of the ski body has increased providing a more forgiving kick action and a more easy-going skiing experience. The CRS comes with the new IFP plate for easy mounting of the new Turnamic binding system (NNN and Prolink compatible). The balance point of this binding can easily be adjusted for varying snow conditions and skier technique. BINDINGS NOT INCLUDED.

The RPU has a high cuff that holds your foot with snug support all the way up your ankle. The R3 NNN outsole, with a flexible forefoot for classic technique, delivers extra performance as a versatile combi boot.

The Equipe 8 Skate is light and responsive. Great for an ambitious skier who is quick and balanced. It's a favorite of our Nordic race teams because of the performance to price ratio.

For as long as we have been selling Nordic ski boots, the Pro Combi Pilot has be the most reliable combi boot for fit, durability, and performance. Our local high school teams practice and race in this boot all year. Thumbs up all around for this boot.

For as long as we have been selling Nordic ski boots, the Pro Combi has be the most reliable combi boot for fit, durability, and performance. Now available in an NNN compatible sole, called Prolink. Our local high school teams practice and race in the Pro Combi all year. Thumbs up all around for this boot.

This ski we really like for skate skiers who are newish to skate skiing, are just developing their balance, and are looking for a reliable stable ski. Many first year high school team skiers (and coaches) love what this ski provides for this level skier. Here's what Atomic has to say about their ski: "The Atomic Redster S5 is ideal if you’re looking for something powerful but easy to handle. The ski has a very light UHD core with Speedcell featuring Carbon Laminates that makes the ski super lively and lightweight. Then our top Worldcup base, Race Grinding and Redster profile and sidecut gives you a dynamic kick and an outstanding, long glide phase."

Equipe 8 Classic is one of the favorite high school team race skis for it's universal performance and value. It is quick, light and designed to glide fast in control. The heel toe camber provides easy kick and compression when driving the forefoot, but remains lifted when gliding or standing. This means great grip without drag. With the new G4 ZEOLIT base combined with the Race Universal grinding and Zeolit additive for better wax absorption, you just get a lot of great ski action on the snow.

The full-length composite lastboard, high cuff, and R3 NNN outsole of the Hyper RPS delivers extra skate skiing performance for racing to fitness training. The PVC-free RevoWrap™ upper uniquely holds your foot and heel with snug support and the padded cuff hugs all the way up your ankle.

For as long as we have been selling Nordic ski boots, the Pro Combi Pilot has been one of the most reliable combi boots for fit, durability, and performance. Our local high school teams practice and race in this boot all year. Our recreational skiers like the combi versatility. Thumbs up all around! This year's boot has a new look. Here's what Salomon says about the Pro Combi Pilot: "Ideal for newer racers, PRO COMBI PILOT delivers support for skating with a flexible sole for classic, and elevates fit with a personalized Custom Fit and dissociated lacing."