I am a real rank beginner nordic skiier, but I am absolutely and totally =
in love with this sport. I really love the exercise, and the snow is all =
but gone here, so I'm thinking about roller skis since I read about them =
here.

Really, how hard it is to adapt to roller skis? They look pretty narrow. =
How hard is it to balance on them? Is it harder than skis (which I think =
are pretty easy in terms of balance at least)? How easy is it to stop =
when using them? I'd be using them on the streets in the subdivision =
where I live (or maybe the sidewalks). If I had to stop fast, could I? =
Are they easier to stay up on than skis? (because I'd hate to fall down =
on the concrete as many times as I have fallen on icy trails). I've done =
some reading on different types, and I am getting more confused than =
anything,

I apologize for the simple-mindedness of these questions -- if they =
strike you that way. I am trying to decide if they are worth the expense =
and to make sure that I get the right equipment if I decide to go for =
it. I have a nordic ski machine, but that is so boring. I want to be =
outside getting exercise if possible. Thanks in advance,

June