Shift from Touring to Diagonal Stride (and glide!): Are you ready to shift from touring to diagonal stride classic skiing, increasing your glide and ease of skiing? We’ll cover diagonal stride, and kick double pole, so that you can ski more efficiently, glide more, travel faster and have more fun on the trails. Some classic skiing experience with a modest to moderate level of fitness is recommended. Non-textured skis are highly recommended, and poles length approximately to collar bone.