Rolling Resistance – A Gamechanger in Roller Skiing

A Gamechanger in roller skiing

Glide and rolling resistance are crucial in performance in modern cross-country skiing competitions. Countries like Norway invest heavily in ski waxing and equipment technology, employing full-time technicians and using advanced grinding machines to maximize ski performance. However, not all nations have the same resources, creating significant differences in competition conditions. Rolling resistance—A Gamechanger in Roller Skiing is particularly apparent in this context.

But what about roller skiing? Are the conditions fair here? Rolling resistance, a game–changer in roller skiing, poses the same questions of fairness.

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The Challenge of Rolling Resistance in Roller Skis

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Roller ski wheels have varying levels of rolling resistance, even within the same brand and model. This is due to natural differences in rubber composition and production processes. A 5–10% variation in rolling resistance can lead to a significant competitive advantage or disadvantage. Rolling resistance—a Gamechanger in Roller Skiing—depends significantly on these variations.

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Currently, there is no easy way to verify rolling resistance, making it possible to exploit these variations for an unfair advantage. Wheels from the same manufacturer may look identical but have significant differences in performance.

The Solution: FF Rolling Resistance Tester

FF Rollerskis AS has developed an advanced rolling resistance tester to ensure fair competitions and equal training conditions. This technology can now accurately measure and control rolling resistance, a game–changer in roller skiing.

This machine offers:

✅ Accurate measurement of rolling resistance
✅ Fair and equal competition conditions
✅ Consistent training loads for teams and clubs
✅ Guaranteed rolling resistance for our roller skis

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With FF Rollerskis, you can be sure that your roller skis and wheels provide the exact rolling resistance you need. This ensures better training conditions, more balanced competitions, and sets a new standard in roller skiing!

👉 See it in action:
🎥 Testing Swenor wheels
🎥 Testing our own V Pro Classic wheels

Experience a new era in roller skiing – with FF Rollerskis AS.

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