Question 1

What is an electric ski?

Accepted Answer

An electric ski is a custom-designed ski with a battery, electric motor, and full wiring system built directly into the ski body. The Frigid Dynamics E-XC is the world's first electric ski — purpose-built from the ground up for cross-country skiing, with push-button start and intelligent standby mode.

Question 2

How does an electric ski work?

Accepted Answer

The E-XC electric ski uses a compact brushless electric motor and integrated battery pack built into the custom ski body. A push-button start activates the motor, which drives the ski forward using a purpose-built track system. Intelligent standby mode automatically powers down when not in motion to extend battery life.

Question 3

How much does an electric ski cost?

Accepted Answer

The Frigid Dynamics E-XC electric ski is available to pre-order for a $199 refundable deposit, which secures your place in the first production batch. The full retail price of the E-XC is $2,899.

Question 4

Is the E-XC an add-on or a complete electric ski?

Accepted Answer

The E-XC is a complete, custom-designed electric ski — not an add-on to an existing ski. The ski body, battery, drivetrain, suspension, and full wiring system are all engineered together as one integrated product. You are buying a whole ski, not a component.

Question 5

When will electric skis be available to buy?

Accepted Answer

Frigid Dynamics is currently accepting pre-orders for the first production batch of the E-XC electric ski. Founders can secure their spot with a $199 refundable deposit. Production is targeted to begin in 2026.

Question 6

How long does the battery last on an electric ski?

Accepted Answer

The E-XC features intelligent standby mode that automatically powers down when not in use, maximising battery life on the trail. Full battery specifications will be published ahead of the first production batch delivery.

Question 7

What is an electric ski drivetrain?

Accepted Answer

An electric ski drivetrain is the motor, battery, and control system that powers an electric ski. In the E-XC, the drivetrain is fully integrated into a custom-designed ski body — not added to an existing ski. This integration is what allows the E-XC to ski naturally rather than feeling like a ski with something strapped to it.