WAXINGĪll our skis are already waxed by the factory so there is no need to get your skis waxed immediately after purchase. If a store is grinding your bases they will also give them a wax. We recommend going to your local store to get your bases ground as it requires special machinery. These are great for short term fixes, but does not provide the same long-term repair that a shop can.Īfter between 21 and 45 days of skiing you should get your bases ground, this ensures the bases are fully flat and clean, as well as restructure the base pattern, so it glides better.
DETUNE NEW SKIS CRACK
You can purchase ptex sticks on your own that you melt in, however, they contain paraffin and other compounds, and do not get as hot to bond with the base, so they have a tendency to crack and fall out. These should be evened out and repaired – we recommend doing this at your local store. Waxing is important to maintain the performance of your bases, if you do not wax your skis regularly they will dry out and will not glide as well, and the base can eventually start cracking and deteriorate.Īs well as regularly waxing them, your skis should also be regularly checked for scratches, gouges and core-shots. The base needs to be kept smooth and waxed to allow you to slide well. If you do not round your edges, you will catch them on the boxes/rails which will cause edge cracks and reduce the lifespan of your skis, and also increase your chances of falling. If you are regularly in the park and are hitting rails often you must make sure to detune and round off your edges first, particularly underfoot, to ensure your skis last longer, and slide more smoothly on the rails and boxes. Edges are meant to be sharp and therefore can cause damage to your skis (and other items (clothes/gloves/bags/cars etc.) if you are not careful! A sharp tip and tail can make the ski seem much harder to ski than if they are detuned. Once you have sharpened your edges, you need to de-tune the tip and tail so they do not catch (you do this with a gummy stone). Your edges can easily go rusty and small dents can impact your ability to hold an edge and carve a turn on hard snow and ice. The edges (the metal that runs along the base of your ski) help you to hold an edge on snow and ice so you can grip to make turns.
There are two important factors in maintaining your skis: keeping the edges sharp and the bases waxed/smooth.Īt Faction we’re committed to reducing waste – we will help advise on the best course of action to maintain and fix your skis and give you all the advice you need, no matter how old your skis are.
DETUNE NEW SKIS HOW TO
Your local shop will be able to help you maintain your skis for you, however learning how to do it yourself is less pricey and is a cool way to learn more about your gear. Looking after your skis is essential to increase their life-span and maintain performance.
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