Ski paraffin is needed to improve glide. lovers active rest and athletes always use lube as it's hard to ride without it. For good glide, less snow grip is required.
Paraffin is a mixture of hydrocarbons obtained in the process of oil refining. Paraffins are distinguished by the degree of viscosity:
- liquid - melt at a temperature of 20-25 0 С;
- solid, melting point is 70 0 С;
- crystalline - begin to melt at a temperature of 80 0 C.
Paraffins repel water. They are used to prepare various mixtures to give them the right consistency and elasticity. For example, on the basis of paraffin, vaseline ointments are produced.
From derivatives of petroleum hydrocarbons, the lubricant used is produced.
Types of paraffins
To make skiing productive, you need to pick up paraffin lubricant. The main rule for selection is air temperature. There are several types of lubricants:
- for cold weather, not higher than 12 0 С;
- for optimum temperature from -12 to -2 0 С;
- for warm weather from -1 0 С.
The main substance that increases the quality of sliding in warm weather is fluorine. Therefore, more of it is added to lubricants intended for temperatures above -2 0 C. It follows from this that the less fluorine in the lubricant, the lower the temperature it is intended for.
There are all-weather lubricants that are used at temperatures of 0 -30 °C.
Liquid
Liquid paraffins have no advantage over hard waxes. The properties of the produced waxes are the same, they impregnate the surface of the product, which is in contact with the snow. To improve slip, after waxing, heat treatment of the surface is mandatory, this also applies to liquid lubricants.
There are 2 forms of release of liquid waxes: ointment and aerosol. The ointment has no differences from solid paraffins.
The aerosol is easy to apply. Its only drawback is a high flow rate, since the liquid is sprayed over the entire plane.
with heat treatment
Waxing skis is necessary only after cleaning and drying. To obtain the result, lubrication is carried out in stages:
- Heat the iron to a temperature of 150 0 C.
- Liquid wax for skis must be applied to the sliding surface of the product.
- Iron the ski from toe to heel.
- The product should dry for at least 8-10 minutes, and the temperature should not be below 0 ° C. At this stage, the waxed ski is brushed.
After that, the sliding surface will be filled with grease and leveled. Excess wax is removed with a brush.
Such operations are repeated at least 10 times, since the brush, along with the excess, also removes part of the wax that has clogged into microcracks. When the paraffin treatment is repeated several times, the ointment is more compacted into the cracks.
Without heat treatment
If it is not possible to use an iron for waxing, but it is necessary to lubricate the product, liquid lubricants are useful, the manufacturers of which claim that they can be applied without heat treatment.
To paraffin skis you need:
- dry;
- brush thoroughly, removing dirt and dust;
- wipe with a rag, and let it ventilate for 5-7 minutes;
- apply a layer of wax, wait 5 minutes;
- rub the wax with a special sponge;
- again let it stand for 8-10 minutes.
If too much paraffin is applied, the excess is removed using a brush. It is worth carefully reading the instructions for use for the selected paraffin, as most manufacturers indicate that cold application technology does not involve brushing.
When buying paraffins, you should consider the cost, reviews and recommendations. The price of the composition does not matter, it is important to apply it correctly.
A huge range of domestic and imported lubricants is presented on the windows of sports stores. They have the same principle of operation: - perfect skis.
Paraffin for plastic products
Skating on plastic cross-country skis is impossible without pre-treatment. It is necessary to take care of wax for sliding and holding compounds, scrapers and brushes. This is necessary to polish the surface of the product.
Paraffin is also used by snowboarders. In order to ride with a breeze along the mountain slope, the product needs constant rubbing with ointments, snowboards must also be rubbed.
The ski season lasts all year round so storage is very important. Sports equipment should be cleaned regularly as this increases its lifespan.
How to remove old grease
To remove the old paraffin, you must use a special wash or scrapers.
Washing is used if it is necessary to apply all layers of lubricant from scratch. In other cases, it is better to use scrapers.
Special holders are required for correct paraffin removal. It is necessary to fix the product in them, and lead the scraper from the toe to the heel, making sure that the scraper does not bend.
Preparation Tools
A set of tools is required for use:
- scraper - can be made from plexiglass;
- iron;
- file;
- brushes;
- soft fabric;
- holder.
How to wax skis for skating
Lubrication occurs as follows:
- clean the surface from contaminants;
- apply paraffin and melt it on the surface with an iron;
- cool the heated skis to ambient temperature;
- remove old paraffin;
- grease residues must be cleaned with a stiff brush;
- polishing with soft brushes.
Qualitatively prepared skis are needed not only for athletes, but also for outdoor enthusiasts. If there is no time or opportunity to cook your couple every time in a special service, then you need to learn how to do it yourself.
The never-ending "cycle or paraffin" debate will never subside. Adherents of both methods of preparing the sliding surface of skis (SPL) have the right to their own opinion, confirmed by successful experience. This article is dedicated to "paraffins".
Purpose of basic processing - create conditions under which the sliding surface of the skis will acquire adhesive, electrostatic and chemically active properties designed to effectively retain grease and reject dirt. Such processing has a significant impact on the ski sliding process in any conditions.
We will need: ski profile, iron, set of brushes (bronze, steel, hard nylon), plastic scraper, groove scraper, non-synthetic fabric (fiberlene), wax set (BW, BWG, BWLF - Start or similar).
The sequence of actions for the basic processing of skis
described below, we perform each item first with one, then with the other ski and proceed to the next:
1. Pass 20-25 times from toe to heel with a brass brush with light pressure, then 5-7 times with steel. The use of a steel brush after a brass one is always necessary (hereinafter in the text we carry out without additional reminder). The purpose of the first point is to remove the shipping lubricant, it can be in the form of a film, not paraffin. If a layer of paraffin - first with a scraper.
2. Pass 10-15 times from toe to heel with a steel brush. The goal is to remove the smallest particles from the pores of the joint venture and open the structure from old plastic fibers. In principle, such a ski will already go well. But not in all conditions.
3. Paraffin Base Wax (or any low-melting option) at an iron temperature of about 85-90g. pour the SPL, level it and remove it while hot without pressing hard on the plastic scraper so as not to damage the surface. Repeat 2-3 times until the color of the removed paraffin is free of dirty inclusions. Do not let the ski cool down. The goal is to extract small particles from the pores of the plastic. Apply BW again and melt with an iron. As the paraffin is absorbed, add a new one. Duration - about 10-15 minutes, without letting the ski cool down. The goal is to absorb the wax deep into the SP to close the pores and effectively retain the racing wax in the future. At the end, once again cover the ski with paraffin, melt and leave to cool.
4. Remove BW wax. To do this, remove the paraffin from the groove. Then carry out a scraper at an angle of 45 degrees. to the surface (acute angle - from the side of the heel) without strong pressure, lead from the toe to the heel. Continue until the paraffin is removed. Then clean first with a nylon brush until the dust disappears (20-30 passes), then several passes with a brass brush (4-5).
5. Set the temperature of the iron to about 135-140 gr. Coat the SPL with Base Wax Grafite paraffin, similar to item 3. Do not cover the transparent tip of the ski with BWG! The goal is to close the pores with a graphite compound to impart antistatic properties to the SPL and create a barrier to prevent dirt from penetrating into the plastic. It should be noted that this paraffin is very fragile and refractory, so you need to touch the iron bar and SPL more often, melt it in several passes, without holding the iron in one place. After the SPL is completely covered with paraffin, after 20-30 seconds, remove with a scraper, clean with a brass brush and re-coat with BWG. Repeat again - 3 times in total. The last time ends with cleaning with a brass brush SPL. Let the ski cool down. Finally clean the SPL until the gray spots disappear with a brass brush.
6. Clean with a brass brush SPL - 10-15 movements along the ski from toe to heel. Wipe the SP with a clean non-synthetic cloth (fiberlen).
7. Apply Base Wax Low Fluoro - base low fluoride paraffin. Iron temperature - 130-135gr. Apply to the SPL, melt, allow to cool to room temperature. Remove with a scraper, clean with brass (5-7 times), then nylon (20-30 times) brushes. Repeat 2 more times for a total of 3.
8. Apply base violet (for upcoming heat) or blue (for cold) paraffin to the joint venture.
Basic ski training completed. SPL should have a thick black greasy glossy hue. This operation should take 2.5-3 hours for one pair of skis. For the classic block is not processed!
The effectiveness of the technique has been proven by practice at all distances, especially at long distances and with abrasive, abrading snow - paraffin lasts longer. SPL stays "fresh" with proper handling all season long.
Ski treatment before each race.
Remove the soil with a scraper, then with a nylon brush. Run 3-5 times with a brass brush from toe to heel, remove dust with fiberlen. Run 3-4 times with a steel brush from toe to heel. Between cleanings, wipe the JV with a clean cloth to remove dust.
Apply a weatherable fluorine-free primer or graphite. With aggressive snow - another +1 layer. The goal is to ensure that the paraffin is rubbed off in layers. Experience has shown that this is how paraffin holds best. After applying the next layer, allow the ski to cool, remove the paraffin with a scraper, polish with a nylon brush to a shine. Apply the next layer, melt with an iron. Let the ski cool down. Next is a repeat.
Ski treatment after each race.
Thoroughly clean the ski with a brass brush - 10-15 passes from toe to heel until a velvety shade appears. Remove dust from the joint venture with a clean piece of cloth. Go from toe to heel 3-5 times with a steel brush. The goal is to clean the joint venture from dirt and solid particles.
Lubricate the joint venture abundantly with BW paraffin, melt with an iron. In a hot (creamy) form, remove the paraffin with a scraper. Repeat the operation until the paraffin is removed clean, without dirt. Apply and melt again with BW, let cool, scrape off, polish with a nylon brush, then brass (3-5 passes) and steel (2-4 passes). The goal is to remove old grease and dirt from the pores of the plastic.
Apply purple or blue primer, melt, let the ski cool, put it in a case. The goal is to close the joint venture from exposure to air and dust.
*** According to the materials of the magazine "Skiing".
10.07.2013
Why prepare your skis?
At the very beginning, a few words should be said, for those who are new to this field. Ski ointments are of two types: and.
Application area holding ointments for classic move.
For a classic style, the front and back of the ski is lubricated with glide paraffins. And the center of the ski is lubricated with a holding ointment to reduce recoil. The length of the middle part (blocks) is about fifty centimeters. It is counted from the end of the heel of the boot, placed in the mount towards the toe of the ski. For beginners, it is possible to lengthen the block up to fifteen centimeters towards the toe.
In skating style, skis are lubricated along the entire length with glide paraffins. You will have to choose paraffins depending on what goals you set for yourself. If your goal is to ski on the weekends, then the cost of lubrication and time to prepare the skis will be minimal. But if you are going to compete and do it more professionally, you will have to give a lot of money and time.
The minimum preparation of skis at a more or less professional level includes: cleaning with soft wax (applying it, removing it and then brushing), applying several layers of weather wax (must be applied, allowed to cool to room temperature (about ten minutes), then scraped off , brush and polish). As a result, you will spend at least half an hour on these preparations. Another inconvenience is the smell, but it is not very strong. If you prepare skis at home, then there is a serious problem - paraffin contamination. They can ruin floors. And not only in the room where the preparation takes place, because it is possible to spread it throughout the house. Such training will be to the liking of only ardent fans of skiing. Fortunately, there are more simple options preparation.
Lubricants and paraffins of slip.
There are several types of sliding lubricants. Paraffins are widely used among amateurs. Professionals, in most cases, also use additionally. These funds are not cheap, and quickly spent. Therefore, if you are not a professional athlete, then it is better not to spend money on expensive accelerators. The shelf life of paraffins is not limited, but it does not make sense to buy it in large quantities.
If there is a humid climate where you intend to ride, then you should purchase. Well, if the air humidity is below fifty percent, then ordinary paraffins will do.
In humid climates, it is good to use fluorinated gels, emulsions, sprays. All you need to do is apply them to the skis with an eplicator or spray them. Then dry, heat with a hair dryer and polish. In this case, the skis will be prepared very quickly and without problems. The main disadvantages of such funds are the considerable cost and rapid consumption.
Ski ointments holding.
Holding ointments exist in solid and liquid states. Any holding ointment must meet two criteria. Firstly, it should allow the skier to push (when pushing off, additional pressure is created under the middle part of the ski, and thanks to the ointment, the skis seem to stick to the snow (snow crystals enter the ointment layer), which allows you to push off). After repulsion, the crystals come out of the ointment layer, which allows the skis to glide. Secondly, in the case when a person slides on one of the skis and pressure is also created under the middle part of the ski, the ointment should not slow down the movement. There are various methods of applying the ointment, such as applying several layers.
With ointment for lovers, things are much easier. There is one simple rule that works for sub-zero temperatures and inexpensive ointments: you should use an ointment whose lower limit of the temperature range is three to four degrees higher than the current temperature. If you didn’t guess with the ointment, and if the skis slow down excessively, then apply a more “cold” ointment on top, if they slip too much - a warmer one. Also, to enhance braking, you can increase the length of the block towards the toe of the ski. Applying a new layer of ointment will take only a few minutes, but nothing will spoil your riding experience. Do not be afraid to experiment with ointment, in this way you can quickly find the best option for yourself.
It is enough for an amateur to have three or four jars of ointment, which would be in the range from plus three to minus fifteen degrees. If you oil your skis at home, it is recommended that you remove any remaining wax before applying a new one. To remove the old ointment, use a special one. It is best to apply the ointment in two or three thin layers, rubbing each.
Ointments in the liquid state are called. Apply it in the desired thin strip on both sides of the groove, and then level it with a plastic scraper. This procedure is difficult to do directly on the track, so it is better to prepare in advance at home.
Klister can be applied at positive temperatures. But he has one unpleasant property - he greatly stains the case. So after skiing, it is better to wrap the skis in polyethylene so as not to pollute or spoil the cover. After using the skis, the klister begins to thaw and drain. It is best to wash off the klister immediately after riding, or remove it with a scraper.
Solid ointments usually work great in sub-zero temperatures, but problems can arise under certain conditions:
- Podlip. When the temperature goes above zero, such an unpleasant phenomenon as sticking may occur. This is the adhesion of snow to the ointment. As a result, a snowball is formed under the block.
- Icing. Snow crystals, instead of leaving the composition of the ointment after a point, break in it. An ice crust appears on the surface of the ointment. Often this happens when the temperature of the ointment is a little higher than necessary.
- The condition of the snow inside and outside of the track may differ, therefore, when leaving the track, problems may arise, the skis may brake too much. This can also be observed when leaving the shade for the sun and vice versa.
Ski preparation tools.
A few words should be said about the necessary tools. After reading some articles, newcomers to skiing may have the impression that dozens of tools need to be purchased to prepare skis. For professionals, this is possible. But beginners can get by with only the most modest set. By the way, we have prepared several options for ski preparation kits in the section.
If the sliding surface of your skis is made of high molecular weight sintered plastic, then the main tool for ski preparation will be. The remaining necessary tools are a scraper and 2 types of brushes - copper (for preliminary removal of dirt and residues of old paraffin) and nylon (for polishing the structure after applying new paraffin).
New skis, whether you later hot wax them or not, are best treated with an iron. We do not recommend using an ordinary household iron, since there is a possibility of burning the plastic - an irreversible action that will greatly impair the sliding properties of the plastic. Primary treatment should be performed with plus soft paraffin, the melting point of which is about seventy degrees. It is necessary to set the temperature of the iron to a minimum, at which the paraffin will melt, and proceed to warm up the ski, smoothly running the iron from the toe to the heel of the ski. It is necessary to monitor the temperature of the iron and ensure that there is always a layer of paraffin between the iron and the ski. This method of processing is suitable if you are not going to apply paraffin with an iron in the future.
The main tools used in the preparation of skis:
- used to remove wax residue. We recommend choosing a scraper with a special rounding, so that it is convenient to remove paraffin from the grooves of the ski.
- . Used to remove paraffin residues after scraping skis. If you plan to use hot paraffin waxing, then you definitely need such a brush.
- . Used to prepare new skis, to remove the pile left from the grinder on the sliding surface. The cost of this tool is not great.
- . A non-woven material that is used for the final polishing of skis. Used by professionals when applying expensive accelerators.
- Sandpaper. It is used for sanding a ski last in a classic style in order to better hold the ointment on it in the future. Not necessary. For sanding, any fine-grained sandpaper is suitable.
- Metal cycle. Used to remove the old structure. The fan doesn't need it. Cycling skis requires a special machine and certain skills. But it is very easy to ruin skis with this device.
- , with which a new temperature structure is applied to the sliding surface. For amateurs is not necessary. Manufacturers apply sufficient structure.
- . It is used for preliminary cleaning of the ski structure and for removing old paraffins.
- . It is used to remove holding ointment and sliding paraffin. It is advisable to purchase. A very useful thing.
- . It is used for leveling holding ointments. Plastic rubbing is best applied to ointments, and cork - to accelerator paraffins. Required tool.
Accessories.
Selection of ski waxes.
Depending on the level of training of the skier, you can in our store or collect your own:
1) Minimum. Suitable for walks in the woods plastic skis. It is not necessary to buy paraffin and a bunch of tools. It is enough to purchase a set of holding ointments. You need to lubricate the skis under the block, rubbing with a synthetic cork so that there is no recoil. This will be enough for walking.
Compound: three or four jars of holding ointment, with a temperature range from zero to minus fifteen degrees. And one cork-grinding.
2) Sufficient. Kit for complete and intelligent ski care. With it, you can ride in any weather, and even participate in some competitions.
Compound: the minimum set plus a set of inexpensive paraffins, a ski iron, a wash, a brush, a scraper.
3) Advanced. A set that will suit a well-trained professional athlete.
Compound: a sufficient set plus a set of holding ointments with fluorine, a set of paraffins with fluorine, knurling, accelerators, sprays and emulsions.
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When purchasing skis, you should understand that they will have to be lubricated periodically. Accordingly, the choice of lubricant depends on how often you will be. If your goal is a few hours winter sports on a day off, the time and cost of maintaining the skis in proper shape are very small. But if you intend to skiing Professionally, be prepared to spend a lot of time. Accelerators, emulsions, pastes and paraffin for skis - get ready to splurge.
Which ski lubricant do we need?
To date, lubricants can be divided into two types:
- Sliding lubricants
- Holding Lubricants
In the classic course, the nose and heel of the ski are maintained in good condition with the help of a slip lubricant - paraffins. But the block (the central part of the ski) is treated with a holding ointment - this will minimize recoil during the course. Conventionally, the central part of the ski is a distance of 50 cm from the heel of the boot to the toe of the ski.
But the skis used for skating it is necessary to treat only with sliding lubricants along the entire length.
Conventionally, the preparation of one pair of skis by professionals is divided into the following stages:
- cleaning with soft paraffin (applying, removing with a plastic scraper, brushing)
- application of one or two layers of weather paraffin for skis (after application, the skis must stand at room temperature for at least 10 minutes)
- removal with a plastic scraper
- brushing
- polishing
Ski Lubricants
Most athletes and amateurs most often opt for paraffin for skis, however, venerable pros also resort to additional accelerators - powders, emulsions and pastes. They are spent quickly and are, to put it mildly, not cheap. If you do not intend to connect your life with skiing, you should not spend money on expensive imported lubricants. In most cases, domestic ones are no worse, and sometimes even an order of magnitude better. The only disadvantage of some domestic paraffins is that they disappear faster than imported ones.
The shelf life of sliding lubricants is practically unlimited. However, do not purchase too many of them "for the future."
Descent to skiing in areas with a humid climate (Moscow or Sochi) will require the purchase of fluorinated paraffin. If the climate humidity is below 50%, feel free to purchase paraffins without fluorine.
Ski lubricants
On sale there are solid lubricants in jars and liquid ointments in tubes. The quality of the ointment is determined by the fact that it allows the skier to push off from the spot without problems. When the skier makes a push, there is pressure on the snow under the block, the snow crystals enter the layer of ski hold lubricant and the ski, pressing against the snow layer, allows you to move off. But immediately after the push, the snow crystals should come out of the layer of ointment, which will allow the skier to glide.
Professional skiers spend a lot of time experimenting with ski hold lubricants. Even a special alternation of layers of ointments is used, their imposition in a checkerboard pattern. To make the descent on skis smooth and easy, for some time you should pay special attention to the course and note the difficulties during the movement. In addition, ski boots are not an accessory to skimp on. Only high-quality shoes will allow you to feel the move properly.
What do we need besides paraffin wax for skis?
There are many additional accessories on sale, the purchase of which depends only on whether you are an amateur or a beginner.
A plastic scraper will certainly be needed - it is necessary to remove excess paraffin. A fragment of a transparent school ruler, by the way, is not much worse than a professional one, which will cost you several hundred rubles.
A nylon brush is also a must-have. It is used to remove wax residues when you have already removed the main layer with a scraper. If you use hot paraffin wax, then without a hard brush, nothing at all.
Rough fibertex (Fibertex) - used to remove pile from plastic on new skis. But believe me - the residual pile will completely disappear after a couple of months of skiing. Fibertex is not too expensive. Not required to purchase.
Fiberlene is a non-woven material that is used for the final polishing of skis. If you find at home a piece of felt, a nylon stocking, or a simple woolen sock, then fiberlen will not be useful to you.
Sandpaper - to keep the ointment better, you need to sand the ski block. Almost any household skin with the appropriate grain size will do. Therefore, there is no need to purchase something special. Remember that you need to sand under the block every 30 km or after walking on ice.
Metal cycle - it is better to refrain from self-processing cycle skis. This is where professionalism and experience matter. It is better to leave your skis in the hands of an experienced craftsman for this purpose. In addition, most modern skis are already made with a structure that does not require scraping. And you can resort to this procedure only when burned plastic appears.
Knurling, used to apply a structure to a sliding surface - is not needed. The universal structure of modern skis is more than enough.
Copper brush, needed to remove frosty paraffins - only needed when applying hard frosty paraffin. When using liquid ointments, the need for a wire disappears. A seasoned tip - use a gel or frost accelerator, this will also eliminate the need to use a copper brush.
Wash - needed to remove the holding ointment under the block. Indispensable when removing slip wax, provided that you do not have the opportunity to use hot cleaning skis.
Rubbing (cork) is a must! It is used for leveling holding ointments (plastic) and for applying accelerators (cork).
Now you are armed with the most necessary knowledge regarding the use of paraffins and ointments. In order for skiing or walking in the forest to bring maximum pleasure, you need to take care of sports equipment. This is the guarantee of your carefree holiday.
In order to enjoy skiing in any terrain and in any weather, it is necessary to provide appropriate, high-quality training. sports equipment to operation. For this, special lubricants are used: paraffins, which ensure ski glide and hold on snow.
The quality of ski gliding and the amount of pleasant emotions from skiing depend on how carefully and thoughtfully all related ones are selected and applied.
How to choose paraffin wax for different types of skis?
Sliding lubricants are necessary to improve the sliding qualities of inventory. It is important to consider the features of applying such ointments:
- on classic skis, substances should be applied only to the heel and nose zones;
- on skating skis, substances are applied to the entire surface of the equipment.
As far as grip lubrication is concerned, its main function is to ensure minimal kickback during classic running. The substance is applied to the central zone.
The holding wax allows the skier to push, while pressure arises in the central zone of the block, as a result of which the ski seems to stick to the snow layer. The connecting link between the ski and the snow is precisely the holding ointment, into which the ice crystals penetrate. After repulsion, the ski should easily free itself from the snow, which will ensure good glide.
Before you purchase a specific product for lubricating the surface of the skis, you need to understand what result you need to achieve.
For short ski trips or relaxing on ski resort once a year, the process of preparing sports equipment is not so complicated. Those wishing to take part in competitions and climb the podiums should pay special attention to the preparation of skis.
Fluorocarbon Waxes
This type of paraffin provides high water-repellent properties to skis and guarantees their excellent sliding on snow.
- low fluoride - used at low snow moisture levels (less than 60%);
- medium fluoride - used in cases where the snow moisture is at an average level (from 60% to 80%);
- high fluoride - suitable for high level snow moisture content (more than 80%).
What is the best paraffin?
If we talk about the quality of the waxes presented on store shelves, then, first of all, it is necessary to take into account their cost.
Some of the cheapest paraffins are fluorine-free waxes. If funds are limited, then you can purchase the entire range of such waxes, namely: CH4 (-10…-32), CH6 (-6…-12), LF7 (-2…-8), LF8 (+4…- 1), HF10 (+10…0). Thus, skis can be prepared for skiing at any snow temperature.
The presence of fluorine in paraffin indicates that the wax can be used at high snow temperatures, in addition, the skis are reliably protected from dirt on the track and glide perfectly on the snow. The cost of such waxes is much higher and the purchase of such products is not always justified and possible.
If the funds are minimal, then you can get by with basic paraffin (there is no marking on it) and treat the surface of the skis only with it.
How to apply paraffin on skis?
In this matter, the main thing to remember is that any ski lubricant is better than its absence. This is especially true for skis made of wood.
To prepare sports equipment for skiing, you will need two types of waxes: for sliding and for holding.
Instructions for applying paraffin to skis:
- For the procedure, you need: an iron (if there is no special one, you can use an ordinary household one, but without holes on the sole), a damp cloth, a plastic scraper, a nylon brush, a dry soft cloth.
- The first treatment of the ski surface is carried out at a temperature of 65-70 degrees with soft paraffins (without fluorine).
- With a warm iron, it is necessary to heat the entire surface of the sports equipment, or only the heel or toe areas, taking into account what course the skis are intended for.
- Touch the prepared paraffin with a heated iron and drip a little onto the surface of the ski. Using an iron, fuse the wax into the surface of the inventory, while constantly monitoring that a layer of paraffin remains between the skis and the iron. Leave the ski for 10-15 minutes until the wax has completely hardened.
- Then it is necessary to remove the paraffin with a scraper and polish with a prepared dry cloth. The rest of the sliding surfaces of sports equipment should be treated in a similar way and paraffin corresponding to the temperature of the snow should be applied to the base layer of wax. The weather wax application method is similar to the method described.
How to remove wax from skis?
In order to clean the surface of the ski from paraffin, you should use a special wash or scraper.
Washing removes the base layer of paraffin, in which case you will have to apply the wax starting from scratch. If the base layer of wax remains on the surface of the ski, it can subsequently be applied with paraffin suitable for any weather conditions.
To clean the skis, you need: a special machine for attaching inventory, a scraper made of organic glass or plastic.
Paraffin removal instructions:
- First you need to fix the ski in the machine.
- The movements of the scraper are carried out from the bow of the ski to the heel. Work with a scraper should be even, without changing the pressing force. This will avoid deformation of the ski.
Note: it is important to clean the scraper from excess paraffin and monitor the sharpness of the object. If necessary, process it with sandpaper.
- Particular attention must be paid to the processing of the edge of the skis and the groove. To do this, you need scrapers of the required shape.
- The remaining parts of the paraffin must be removed with a stiff brush. Movements should be short.
- In order to clean the sliding surface of the ski from adhering dirt or remove all layers of paraffin, including the base, a hot method is needed. To do this, you need a special iron or household iron without holes on the sole. Using an iron, it is necessary to apply paraffin to the ski, and until it has hardened, scrape the surface with a scraper. If the action is performed correctly, a roller of paraffin, mud and other applied substances should form.
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