I second the manual binding vs auto as recommended by @GrimSurfer if going nnn regular. Unless you can't bend over to unlatch bindings at the beginning and end of your ski, in which case maybe skiing isn't the best pursuit. P.S. if they're the waxable, non-skin, model in 180 or 190 and you ever wan...

here is a link to a great write-up on those skis and talk about boot choices — definitely worth a read: https://altabackcountry.com/2019/04/17/gear-review-asnes-mountain-race-48-cross-country-skis/ Nicely written piece, good find @Stephen . One quote stands out: “To truly enjoy backcountry nordic s...

So looking into this more would it be beneficial to get an NIS base plate?

Thank you all for the info I think the best course of action is to switch to a nnn binding for now as most stated. Thank you all for the fast responses

So new to the forums but also new to XC in general. So my wife after visiting me though she would surprise me with some XC Skis (she knows nothing of XC as well) from a second hand store for a Christmas gift as I expressed interest in the sport but wasn’t sure if I wanted to fully commit, and bought...