The name skikes is derived from ski and bike (ski + bike = skike).Our sport combines the techniques and styles of cross country skiing with the versatile usage of pneumatic wheels and their properties. This allows you to ski without snow and get a great work-out while enjoying nature all year!Like XC-skiing, skiking is an endurance sport. It's strong focus are endurance (cardio-vascular and muscular), hand-eye-coordination and balance. It's gentle on the knees due to the suspension provided by the pneumatic wheels and can be a great addition to any serious long-term training-regiment.