{"id":14250,"date":"2026-03-06T14:07:17","date_gmt":"2026-03-06T14:07:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.elpex.se\/guides\/how-to-brake-on-roller-skis\/"},"modified":"2026-03-06T14:09:12","modified_gmt":"2026-03-06T14:09:12","slug":"how-to-brake-on-roller-skis","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.elpex.se\/en\/guides\/how-to-brake-on-roller-skis\/","title":{"rendered":"How to brake on roller skis?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Five techniques everyone should know<\/h2>\n\n<p>One of the most common questions from beginners is: <strong>how do you brake on roller skis?<\/strong><br\/>Unlike bicycles, most roller skis do not have a built-in brake. However, this does not mean that you cannot control your speed. There are several effective techniques that allow you to brake or reduce your speed safely.  <\/p>\n\n<p>Here we review <strong>5 ways to brake on roller skis<\/strong> that all roller skiers should know.<\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Snowplow braking \u2013 the most important technique<\/h2>\n\n<p>Snowplow braking is the most basic method for braking on roller skis and works the same way as on cross-country skis.<\/p>\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s how:<\/p>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bring the tails of the skis together.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Point the tips outwards in a V-shape.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lightly press the inside of the wheels against the asphalt.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<p>The more pressure you apply, the more you brake.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>When does snowplow braking work best?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>on gentle downhills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>when you want to control your speed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>when you are learning to roller ski.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>Tip: start practicing snowplow braking on <strong>a flat bike path or roller ski track<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Brake by turning<\/h2>\n\n<p>An effective way to reduce speed is to make <strong>controlled turns<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<p>By:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>turn in gentle S-movements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>lean your body slightly into the turn<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>you reduce your speed without having to brake hard.<\/p>\n\n<p>This technique is often used on downhill slopes.<\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Brake by stepping off the track<\/h2>\n\n<p>In some situations, you can brake by <strong>steering towards the roadside or grass<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<p>Grass or gravel creates much greater friction than asphalt and stops the skis quickly.<\/p>\n\n<p>This can be a good emergency solution if:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>the hill is steep<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>you need to stop quickly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Use a pole to brake<\/h2>\n\n<p>Another method is to <strong>place a pole behind your body<\/strong> to create friction.<\/p>\n\n<p>This works best:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>at low speed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>when you need to fine-tune your speed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>Be careful not to get the pole stuck or bent.<\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Use a roller ski brake<\/h2>\n\n<p>There are also <strong>roller ski brakes<\/strong> that are mounted on one of the skis.<\/p>\n\n<p>They are often used by:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>beginners<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>recreational skiers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>skiers training in hilly terrain.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>A brake makes it easier to control speed, especially on longer downhill slopes.<\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips for safer roller skiing<\/h2>\n\n<p>In addition to knowing how to brake, it&#8217;s important to think about safety.<\/p>\n\n<p>Always use:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>helmet<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>gloves<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>reflectors when needed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>It&#8217;s a good idea to start practicing on <strong>flat roads or roller ski tracks<\/strong> before venturing into more hilly terrain.<\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Summary<\/h2>\n\n<p>Although roller skis lack traditional brakes, there are several ways to control your speed. The most important techniques are: <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>snowplow braking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>turning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>using the surface<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>pole braking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>roller ski brake.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>When you practice these techniques, roller skiing becomes both <strong>safer and more enjoyable<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Five techniques everyone should know One of the most common questions from beginners is: how do you brake on roller skis?Unlike bicycles, most roller skis do not have a built-in brake. However, this does not mean that you cannot control your speed. 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