Sure, unless you like striding the downhills and flats.

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Terje Mathisen wrote:
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Obviously on descents my classic skis are holding me back, but
does it really matter that much in diagonal stride or poling? My
festesone goes from 5cm forward of my heel to 10cm forward of my
toe, so that gives some indication of the softness of the ski.

How big a difference can way too soft skis make?

Big.

Have you ever tried classic on your skate skis? :-)

Only when I am REALLY tired...

So over-soft classic makes a big difference while striding too?

Joseph