No, classic poles are too long for skate skiing. Skate poles should reach to your chin or mouth (approximately 90% of body height), while classic poles reach to your armpit (83% of body height). Using classic poles for skating causes over-reaching, poor technique, and shoulder strain. If you do both disciplines, you need separate poles for each.
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