Originally Posted by
dscheidt
I don't find it's that much different than the skills used in mountain biking. It's a lot more difficult than riding on pavement, yes, but they're not really special skills.
While I agree with you, I also think MattH has a point although inelegantly stated. Studded tires are great for ice but for unpacked or packed snow their utility isn't as great. A good set of knobbies does a good job on snow.