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Cross-country skiers' must-have winter gear

Updated: January 30, 2013, 2:54 PM ET
By espnW.com

Endurance athletes like cross-country skiers need to stay warm and dry out in the elements. Here is a list of must-have winter gear from one of the sport's top female athletes:

Kikkan Randall, 2009 world silver medalist (individual sprint)

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• Photos: The world of snowboarding


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Week 4: Skiing

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