Work has started back up for me and has given me the opportunity to talk to two people about what sort of XC Skis to get. Both have vehemently said 'SKATE SKIS!' as it is much more fun and more of a work out. The girl I talked to has never down-hill skied before, but strongly recommends Skate Skis as well though, when I told her what my plan was, definitively told me that its virtually impossible to skate-ski in fresh-powder of any sort. So I am certainly leaning towards Skate-Skis though will have to pay attention to the weather and learn when they groom the trail I plan on using.

On the other hand, tomorrow is the Ski Swap in town. Apparently, there are some deals to be had. A coworker of mine bought an entire XC Ski setup, brand new everything, for about $150. So, if I can find deals like that tomorrow (i plan on going early) I may be able to walk away with a pair of both Classic and Skate Skis!