Why wax your cross-country skis?
Cross-country skiing is first and foremost a gliding sport, so it's essential to look after the base of your skis to get the most out of them on the slopes.
Waxing helps to reduce drag (suction cup effect) and increase glide, by making the base of your skis as compatible as possible with the characteristics of the snow (air temperature, snow quality, etc.).
You can maintain your skis yourself or by a professional by making an appointment in your workshop.
When should I wax my skis?
When you buy your skis, we recommend that you prepare the base of your skis to achieve their optimum level of glide. Several consecutive waxings are recommended to "nourish" the base.
Then wax your skis regularly, depending on the duration, frequency and abrasion of the snow during your last outings.
Don't wait until the color of your base is whitish to wax your skis!
How do I choose my glide wax?
PS (formerly CH) = traditional hydrocarbon-based waxes without FLUOR
Recommended: for ski maintenance and regular cross-country skiing.
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HS (formerly LF) = higher-performance waxes with hydrophobic properties that repel the film of water between the base and the snow. It can be used alone or as a base.
How do I wax my skis?
Before applying the wax, prepare the base of your ski with the bronze brush.
Then apply the wax evenly with the waxing iron on the part of the ski intended for gliding (in classic: heel and tip / in skating on the whole length) then remove the excess wax in the groove and on the ski by scraping the base with the plastic scraper.
Finally, brush the base with the nylon brush.
=> Video tutorials available on our YouTube channel. Inovik
