Old Snow 0-15 deg
Wax Recommendation
by Joel on Feb.10, 2010, under Current Wax Recommendation, Old Snow 0-15 deg
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UAF Ski TrailsOld Snow 10-15 Deg. Thin snow cover, 89% Humidity |
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Toko |
Other |
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| Glide Wax: | LF Blue(1 layer Moly undercoat to repel dirt, optional) |
or Swix LF 4 (1 layer Moly undercoat to repel dirt, optional) |
| Kick Wax: | Toko Blue |
or Swix Blue Extra |
| Cushion: | Not needed | Not needed |
| Binder: | Yes, Thin layer ironed in |
Yes, Thin layer ironed in |
| Structure: | The Duner | The Duner |
| Notes: | Waxing with LF moly undercoat will repel dirt and improve break-a-way speed. LF top coat wax will be better with the humidity that we have and repel dirt as well. Minimal structure will trap less dirt. | |
Race Recommendation
by Joel on Jan.30, 2010, under Current Wax Recommendation, Old Snow 0-15 deg, Old Snow15-30 deg, Ski Race Wax Recommendation
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Flint Hills Resources Town Race Series
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Toko |
Other |
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| Glide Wax: | HF Blue/HF Red 2:1 |
or Swix HF 4/HF6 1:1 |
| Kick Wax: | Toko Blue 2 layers |
or Swix VR 40 6 layers |
| Cushion: | Not needed | Not needed |
| Binder: | Toko Base Green |
or Swix Base |
| Structure: | The Duner | The Duner |
| Notes: | HF top coat wax will be better with the high humidity, LF waxes are a good substitute for HF wax if needed. Kick wax may change as day goes on. |
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Wax Recommendation
by Joel on Jan.30, 2010, under Current Wax Recommendation, Old Snow 0-15 deg
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UAF Ski TrailsOld Snow 0-10 Deg. 87% Humidity |
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Toko |
Other |
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| Glide Wax: | LF Blue |
or Swix LF 4 |
| Kick Wax: | Toko White 3 layers |
or Swix Blue 6 layers |
| Cushion: | Not needed | Not needed |
| Binder: | Toko Base Green |
Swix Base |
| Structure: | The Duner | The Duner |
| Notes: | LF top coat wax will be better with the humidity and LF waxes are also harder and resist drag from cold snow. | |
Wax Recommendation
by Joel on Jan.06, 2010, under Current Wax Recommendation, News, Old Snow 0-15 deg
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UAF Ski TrailsOld Snow 0-10 Deg. 85% Humidity |
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Toko |
Other |
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| Glide Wax: | LF Blue |
or Swix LF 4 |
| Kick Wax: | Toko White 3 layers |
or Swix Blue 6 layers |
| Cushion: | Not needed | Not needed |
| Binder: | Toko Base Green |
Swix Base |
| Structure: | The Duner | The Duner |
| Notes: | LF top coat wax will be better with the humidity and LF waxes are also harder and resist drag from cold snow. | |
Wax Recommendation
by Joel on Dec.21, 2009, under Current Wax Recommendation, Old Snow 0-15 deg
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UAF Ski TrailsOld Snow 0-15 Deg. 85% Humidity |
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Toko |
Other |
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| Glide Wax: | LF Blue |
or Swix LF 4 |
| Kick Wax: | Toko White 3 layers |
or Swix Blue 6 layers |
| Cushion: | Not needed | Not needed |
| Binder: | Toko Base Green |
Swix Base |
| Structure: | The Duner | The Duner |
| Notes: | LF top coat wax will be better with the humidity and LF waxes are also harder and resist drag from cold snow. | |
Wax Recommendation
by Joel on Dec.13, 2009, under Current Wax Recommendation, Old Snow 0-15 deg
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UAF and Birch Hill Ski TrailsOld Snow 0-15 Deg. 85% Humidity |
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Toko |
Other |
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| Glide Wax: | LF Blue |
or Swix CH 4 |
| Kick Wax: | Toko White 3 layers |
or Swix Blue 6 layers |
| Cushion: | Not needed | Not needed |
| Binder: | Toko Base Green |
Swix Base |
| Structure: | The Duner | The Duner |
| Notes: | LF top coat wax will be better with the humidity and LF waxes are also harder and resist drag from cold or dirty snow crystals. | |
Distance Series #1 Ski Wax Rec. Update
by Joel on Dec.12, 2009, under Current Wax Recommendation, Old Snow 0-15 deg, Old Snow Below 0 deg, Ski Race Wax Recommendation
Given the dirty snow we have, it will be important to get the skis cleaned and proper base layers applied. First the skis should be cleaned. To do this we need to first brush out the skis with a copper brush then a horse hair brush. Next perform a hot wipe. This is done by melting on a yellow wax and immediately wiping off all of the wax with a lint free paper like Toko Base Tex or Swix Fiberlene. This will clean the skis without the use of a solvent. Next the bases need to be hardened up the the cold weather that is coming by waxing with a cold wax like Toko Blue or equivalent. Now we need to apply a layer of Toko LF Moly. It will help repel dirt and improve break-a-way speed. Due to the cold and the fact that Toko LF Moly is in a base of red wax you will want to mix it with LF blue 1:1 to keep the desired hardness.
Your top coat should be cold HF wax. I will be running HF Blue Toko brushed with copper and horse hair brushes and testing Jetstream Blue roto corked as a top coat. If the Jetstream does not slow the skis it will be the way to go as it will help repel the dirt from sticking to the ski and slowing the ski over the coarse of the race. That is also why I have chosen to go with the HF wax. Clean ski are fast skis.
If you want advice or to see what we decide on in the morning check with us in the Goldstream Sports Wax Trailer in the lower parking lot. Joel
Wax Recommendation
by Joel on Dec.11, 2009, under Current Wax Recommendation, Old Snow 0-15 deg
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Birch Hill Ski TrailsOld Snow 0-10 Deg. 92% Humidity |
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Toko |
Other |
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| Glide Wax: | LF Blue |
or Swix CH 4 |
| Kick Wax: | Toko White 3 layers |
or Swix Blue 6 layers |
| Cushion: | Not needed | Not needed |
| Binder: | Toko Base Green |
Swix Base |
| Structure: | The Duner | The Duner |
| Notes: | LF top coat wax will be better with the humidity and LF waxes are also harder and resist drag from cold or dirty snow crystals. | |
Wax Recommendation
by Joel on Dec.08, 2009, under Current Wax Recommendation, Old Snow 0-15 deg
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UAF Ski TrailsOld Snow 0-10 Deg. 87% Humidity |
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Toko |
Other |
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| Glide Wax: | LF Mint |
or Swix CH 4 |
| Kick Wax: | Toko White 3 layers |
or Swix Blue 6 layers |
| Cushion: | Not needed | Not needed |
| Binder: | Toko Base Green |
Swix Base |
| Structure: | The Duner | The Duner |
| Notes: | LF top coat wax will be better with the humidity and LF waxes are also harder and resist drag from cold or dirty snow crystals. | |
Wax Recommendation
by Joel on Dec.07, 2009, under Current Wax Recommendation, Old Snow 0-15 deg
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UAF Ski TrailsOld Snow 15-25 Deg. Thin snow cover, 89% Humidity |
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Toko |
Other |
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| Glide Wax: | LF Red(1 layer Moly undercoat to repel dirt, optional) |
or Swix LF 6 |
| Kick Wax: | Toko Blue |
or Swix Blue Extra |
| Cushion: | Not needed | Not needed |
| Binder: | ||
| Structure: | The Duner | The Duner |
| Notes: | Waxing with LF moly undercoat will repel dirt and improve break-a-way speed. LF top coat wax will be better with the humidity that we have and repel dirt as well. Minimal structure will trap less dirt. |
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