Cross country.. Skating?

 So I was on a business trip in Calgary and had some time to hang out in Banff (highly recommend it for those who have never been!).. anyway, driving one of the back roads I see this lady cross country skiing - on wheels.  And she was cooking.  I've always heard cross country skiing was like the best workout ever, but I had never seen the roller skate version.  Anyone here ever do  it?  I'm afraid I'd crack my hip before I ever figured it out, but it sure looks like a great workout.  I was thinking of looking on craigs list this winter for a cross country ski setup.. now I might just look for a summer version (I don't even know what its called to google it)

 I guess they are just called roller ski's  :)  

http://www.nordicskater.com/

Never tried it...I did cross country once in college.  I was soar for days!  I YouTubed it.  This one came up.
Basic Roller Skiing for Skate Technique

Hey Andrew,

What you likely saw was an athelete training in the summer for a winter sports. They use those all the time to keep training when there is a lack of snow. I haven't seen too many people use them otherwise. I used to cross country ski and it is a great workout for sure.

Banff is beautiful I agree. I work for Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, so I am fortunate and blessed to be able to stay at the Fairmont Banff Springs when I am there; so beautiful. The scenery just takes your breath away.

Anyway, good luck in your ski set-up!

Jet

 That Chateau Lake Louise is pretty amazing hotel and spot - I think it must be the most beautiful spot on earth.  I stayed there about 10 years ago and it was magnificent.  This time I just walked around the lake and we drove around some of the backroads, and of course dinner in Banff (what a great little town).   I just love Alberta in general.