210cm Esko Järvinen Wood Cross-Country Racing Skis - Birch Base - Never TarredWow, these are nice skis. And super light just a few grams heavier than modern race skis. This pair is an example from the apex of the woodski era, and also at the end of it. Birch base skis were the lightest on the market, and preferred in cold conditions. The fact that these skis have never been tarred speaks to this the very cold and dry conditions that exist in Finland require less protection against moisture. Plus tar adds weight, and every gram

Weight (pair): 3732gm w/ bindings

The 2000 is a slightly lighter version which

Wooden fjellski range from fairly light examples such as these

These are vintage Intersport ski ties

Manufacturer: Korpela - Finland

skis from Norway

They've been touched up a bit and re-lacquered

The baskets are YUGE

See pic of crack

Pair of brown laces also included

These 62" beasts are taller than some adults

Camber: medium (3-6 cm at ski center)