http://www.slidewright.com/weblog Active Life Equipment & Gear Maintenance/Tuning Tips, Support, Ideas, Resources, Stoke and Musings Tue, 03 Jan 2012 17:28:29 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3 http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/bases-ski-snowboard/free-your-structure-free-your-glide-sale/ http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/bases-ski-snowboard/free-your-structure-free-your-glide-sale/#comments Thu, 17 Nov 2011 18:18:19 +0000 SlideWright http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/?p=1618
The key to optimal glide is establishing and maintaining your ski's or snowboard's base structure, coupled with appropriate wax. Often misunderstood is that simply waxing your bases and scrape smooth is all you need to do to protect your bases and achieve a good glide. Without 'freeing' your base structure (removing the wax from the [...]]]> http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/bases-ski-snowboard/free-your-structure-free-your-glide-sale/feed/ 0 http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/edges-ski-snowboard/race-tuning-videos-with-willi-wiltz-added-to-toko-videos/ http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/edges-ski-snowboard/race-tuning-videos-with-willi-wiltz-added-to-toko-videos/#comments Thu, 17 Nov 2011 15:20:18 +0000 SlideWright http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/?p=1609
5 New Race Tuning Videos Featuring Willi Wiltz Added 5 new race tuning videos featuring renowned ski and snowboard technician Willi Wiltz have been added to the TokoVideos.com.  Willi serviced Tommy Moe, Daron Rahlves, and Bode Miller to their medals and biggest successes.  Additionally, Willi has worked with snowboarders Nate Holland and Shaun Palmer with [...]]]> http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/edges-ski-snowboard/race-tuning-videos-with-willi-wiltz-added-to-toko-videos/feed/ 0 http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/sporthill-portable-ski-snowboard-sauna-operating-instructions/ http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/sporthill-portable-ski-snowboard-sauna-operating-instructions/#comments Wed, 16 Nov 2011 15:29:12 +0000 SlideWright http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/?p=1596
Sporthill Portable Sauna Set-up and Operating Instructions Other than wax, your skis and snowboards must be completely dry before placing them in the Ski and Snowboard Sauna. This unit should only be used in a dry location. If the Ski and Snowboard Sauna becomes wet, let it dry completely before use or shock and injury [...]]]> http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/sporthill-portable-ski-snowboard-sauna-operating-instructions/feed/ 0 http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/sporthill-original-ski-snowboard-sauna-operating-instructions/ http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/sporthill-original-ski-snowboard-sauna-operating-instructions/#comments Wed, 16 Nov 2011 15:24:25 +0000 SlideWright http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/?p=1591
Sporthill Original Sauna Set-up and Operating Instructions Follow directions for use. For indoor use only. Use only in a dry place. Do not let heating pad come into contact with water or liquid other then melted ski wax. The silver side of the heat pad should be facing up to protect the heating element. Melted [...]]]> http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/sporthill-original-ski-snowboard-sauna-operating-instructions/feed/ 0 http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/how-to-wax-a-snowboard-or-skis-with-julia/ http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/how-to-wax-a-snowboard-or-skis-with-julia/#comments Fri, 14 Oct 2011 03:56:46 +0000 SlideWright http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/?p=1539
Since many males have short attention spans and don't quite grasp basic waxing, scraping and brushing concepts and techniques, we decided to show a video from Eye Handy. Hopefully, by focusing on the waxing techniques and listening to the narration, you will soon master how to keep your snowboards and skis gliding smooth and fast. [...]]]> http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/how-to-wax-a-snowboard-or-skis-with-julia/feed/ 0 http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/base-cleaning-hot-scrape-or-cleaner/ http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/base-cleaning-hot-scrape-or-cleaner/#comments Tue, 13 Sep 2011 14:24:21 +0000 SlideWright http://e0758a52-84f2-4ef5-bcd3-0901ab047291
(FAQ) There is a school of thought that base cleaners/wax removers should never be used on the ski bases and hot scraping is the only method to employ for cleaning ski and snowboard bases. The thinking is cleaners will dry out the bases and destroy the wax saturation level and optimal glide achieved through repetitive [...]]]> http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/base-cleaning-hot-scrape-or-cleaner/feed/ 0 http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/plastic-wax-scraper-sharpening/ http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/plastic-wax-scraper-sharpening/#comments Fri, 02 Sep 2011 16:27:44 +0000 SlideWright http://c8f38b2a-aee6-4c56-8f4e-94eec2891b58
(FAQ) Like any cutting tool, you need to keep sharp for quicker, easier & better results. Why waste the material and just toss them when they can be used for years. Having a few sharpened scrapers around is also nice when you have a lot of scraping. A plexi-scraper works best when it’s edge is [...]]]> http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/plastic-wax-scraper-sharpening/feed/ 0 http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/maplus-universal-green-old-red-new-white-old-yellow-new/ http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/maplus-universal-green-old-red-new-white-old-yellow-new/#comments Sat, 20 Aug 2011 04:17:46 +0000 SlideWright http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/?p=1438
For those who grew fond of the Maplus Universal (Green) and Universal Hot (White) solid waxes in the past can rest assured that the formula, glide and durability is the same, but the colors changed over the past season.   Maplus Universal (Green) is now Briko-Maplus Universal (Red) Maplus Universal Hot (White) is now Briko-Maplus [...]]]> http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/maplus-universal-green-old-red-new-white-old-yellow-new/feed/ 0 http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/briko-maplus-racing-wax-charts-2011-2012/ http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/briko-maplus-racing-wax-charts-2011-2012/#comments Fri, 12 Aug 2011 18:23:38 +0000 SlideWright http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/?p=1337
Briko-Maplus is known for exhaustive testing and formulation of their products to provide the best glide for very specific to broad conditions. Not only is snow temperature an important consideration for optimal glide, but also snow aggressiveness and types, humidity and stage of snow transformation. Here are this year's Briko-Maplus Wax Charts by snow aggressiveness [...]]]> http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/briko-maplus-racing-wax-charts-2011-2012/feed/ 0 http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/edges-ski-snowboard/briko-maplus-wax-tools-catalog-2011-2012/ http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/edges-ski-snowboard/briko-maplus-wax-tools-catalog-2011-2012/#comments Fri, 12 Aug 2011 17:36:44 +0000 SlideWright http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/?p=1331
Click here to download the Briko-Maplus Wax and Tools Catalog for 2011-2012. The new fiber roto-brushes on page 27 are worth a look. Made from polyester or merino wool are highly versatile and effective because the fibers free and polish the base structure more efficiently and at less cost. Application of powder and liquid wax [...]]]> http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/edges-ski-snowboard/briko-maplus-wax-tools-catalog-2011-2012/feed/ 0 http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/welcome-glide-on-hydrocarbon-wax/ http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/welcome-glide-on-hydrocarbon-wax/#comments Thu, 16 Sep 2010 01:36:11 +0000 SlideWright http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/?p=920
We are please to welcome Glide-On Hydrocarbon Wax to our product line up. Hand crafted in the beautiful San Juan Mountains of SW Colorado, Glide-on wax can be used on skis, snowboards, skate skis, telemark skis, and skiboards, just as you would any hot melt glide wax.  The base preparation and wax application are no different.  However, [...]]]> http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/welcome-glide-on-hydrocarbon-wax/feed/ 0 http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/efficient-hot-waxing-scraping-brushing/ http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/efficient-hot-waxing-scraping-brushing/#comments Thu, 26 Mar 2009 01:49:25 +0000 SlideWright http://3719e389-57c0-4ce3-9067-4b156bfb2c38
Following, are two videos, a few minutes long, showing various hot waxing techniques, along with minimal scraping and roto-brushing to bang out waxing tasks in little time and with little mess. Not including cooling and hardening time (20 minutes, minimum) the total time involved could be easily under 15 minutes and possibly 10 per pair [...]]]> http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/efficient-hot-waxing-scraping-brushing/feed/ 0 http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/edges-ski-snowboard/cool-new-boards-now-what/ http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/edges-ski-snowboard/cool-new-boards-now-what/#comments Tue, 14 Oct 2008 20:36:10 +0000 SlideWright http://e178434f-ae9f-40b3-bf95-950ee8c30c99
(FAQ) You just got some new skis or a snowboard. Now what? Unwrap & drool, then inspect them to 'get to know' them Check bases for flatness with a true bar and backlighting Eyeball torsional squareness and general structure evenness Measure the side and base bevels and record info Check general consistent sharpness of the [...]]]> http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/edges-ski-snowboard/cool-new-boards-now-what/feed/ 0 http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/bases-ski-snowboard/base-structure/ http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/bases-ski-snowboard/base-structure/#comments Mon, 26 May 2008 02:41:31 +0000 SlideWright http://696ce54c-e43e-483a-ad0c-a1c5e9c809fb
(FAQ) The objective of structuring is to impart grooves into the base material. This removes suction that a perfectly smooth base would produce, especially in wetter snows. The structure also channels water that is produced by the friction between the ski or snowboard base and the snow. A finer structure is desired in colder snows [...]]]> http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/bases-ski-snowboard/base-structure/feed/ 0 http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/wax-application-hot-waxing-basics/ http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/wax-application-hot-waxing-basics/#comments Tue, 13 May 2008 21:40:42 +0000 SlideWright http://92d70597-20a0-468a-97f9-84d64ecc6a28
(FAQ) Cleaning and regularly waxing your bases is the most common and easiest ski and snowboard maintenance task. It will protect your boards and optimize the glide and turns. Basic Hot Waxing Steps: 1) Bring the skis or snowboard to room temperature if possible. 2) Place the board(s) on a good work surface that can [...]]]> http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/wax-application-hot-waxing-basics/feed/ 0 http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/wax-iron-vs-clothes-iron/ http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/wax-iron-vs-clothes-iron/#comments Tue, 13 May 2008 21:17:57 +0000 SlideWright http://2fedcf6e-2168-4e62-8887-9ce2c5b2cb4b
(FAQ) The clothes iron has always been used as a low cost method for melting and applying wax to ski & snowboard bases. An amusing irony regarding tools versus gear, is that many skiers will go to great lengths and expense to purchase performance 'tools' for their feet, and great lengths to spend very little [...]]]> http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/wax-iron-vs-clothes-iron/feed/ 0 http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/hot-touch-crayoning-smearing-wax/ http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/hot-touch-crayoning-smearing-wax/#comments Sat, 22 Mar 2008 23:18:09 +0000 SlideWright http://70c61c60-cc0d-4a1d-8be0-8f4ce39b6af6
To save time, wax and mess while hot waxing solids, Hot Touching is better than dripping and then ironing, especially with harder, cold waxes. Hot Touching & Crayoning uses the least amount of solid wax, total effort, time and is the least messy. By briefly touching a bar of wax against the base of a [...]]]> http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/hot-touch-crayoning-smearing-wax/feed/ 0 http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/light-hot-scraping/ http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/light-hot-scraping/#comments Sat, 22 Mar 2008 22:05:25 +0000 SlideWright http://13a59200-707b-4882-8f5a-c491c51f4856
A ‘cheat’ to include in your bag of tricks if you are in a hurry, got over zealous dripping wax while hot waxing or simply wish to reduce time, effort and mess while scraping after the wax cools and hardens, etc, is Light Hot Scraping. After the wax cools for a minute or two, take [...]]]> http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/light-hot-scraping/feed/ 0 http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/bases-ski-snowboard/fiberlene-or-shop-towels-or-both/ http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/bases-ski-snowboard/fiberlene-or-shop-towels-or-both/#comments Thu, 20 Mar 2008 02:53:34 +0000 SlideWright http://cc9cdeec-fd6d-476d-be84-a68a3fbfef66
(FAQ) Fiberlene (or lint free) towels are excellent for removing dirt and old wax after using wax remover to clean the base or absorbing wax and dirt in base when placed between iron and base. It is also can be used as a final polisher and cleaner after waxing and scraping because of it’s slight [...]]]> http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/bases-ski-snowboard/fiberlene-or-shop-towels-or-both/feed/ 0 http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/bases-ski-snowboard/prepping-for-sweet-corn-crust/ http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/bases-ski-snowboard/prepping-for-sweet-corn-crust/#comments Thu, 20 Mar 2008 01:26:56 +0000 SlideWright http://a35b82dc-3d24-4311-81a4-d8c192967551
FAQ One of life’s simple pleasures is getting out for skate skiing, touring or making turns on a warming bluebird day, with an inch or so of wet sweet corn on firm crust or solid base. Spring & summer predawn hikes on crust to harvest morning corn is right up there. The best corn comes [...]]]> http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/bases-ski-snowboard/prepping-for-sweet-corn-crust/feed/ 0 http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/maplus-waxes-thermometer/ http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/maplus-waxes-thermometer/#comments Sat, 08 Mar 2008 05:02:11 +0000 SlideWright http://e12f03c2-2c45-4e93-af30-d8a98f7a9ba9
(For larger view of Racing chart , click on image.) Universal Wax Paraffin (hydrocarbon) Universal Solid (Cold-Hot) Universal Solid Fluoro (Cold-Hot) Universal Granular (Cold-Hot) Universal Liquid Universal Spray Super Glide FluoroWax Skin & Base Glide Wax Super Glide Wax-Patterned/Scaled, aka 'No-Wax' Ski Paraffin & Low fluoro products for workshop, ski-rental leisure. Racing Base Wax Paraffin [...]]]> http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/maplus-waxes-thermometer/feed/ 0 http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/waxless-xc-or-bc-skis-are-not/ http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/waxless-xc-or-bc-skis-are-not/#comments Fri, 07 Mar 2008 06:16:57 +0000 SlideWright http://39836253-5035-413a-b69c-f17f493abf98
(FAQ) Wax-less skis need glide wax: Despite what their name implies (from not needing grip or kick wax to propel the skier), the bases of wax-less skis (typically BC & XC) require some TLC as well. Cleaning the scales and glide area to equally maintain cleanliness and sealant of bases can be achieved fairly easily [...]]]> http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/waxless-xc-or-bc-skis-are-not/feed/ 0 http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/putting-your-boards-to-bed/ http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/putting-your-boards-to-bed/#comments Thu, 06 Mar 2008 06:04:17 +0000 SlideWright http://eaff7852-9891-4ca5-bca9-0097aa19c9e7
(FAQ) What's the recommended storage wax and a good procedure to prepare skis & snowboards for storage after the season? At the end of the season or for extended periods of no use, it’s good practice to make sure your bases are covered with hydrocarbon (storage) wax to protect and seal the bases and edges. [...]]]> http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/putting-your-boards-to-bed/feed/ 0 http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/roto-vs-manual-brushing/ http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/roto-vs-manual-brushing/#comments Wed, 05 Mar 2008 16:09:55 +0000 SlideWright http://c98809ec-9561-43f4-8fb3-459df5e25482
Any roto brush expedites the brushing and overall job compared to manually brushing, tenfold, and possibly more. The benefits and considerations to get out the door quicker and easier: -reduces the amount of scraping -you can brush more than one ski at a time with a wider roto brush -you can mount (2) different 10cm [...]]]> http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/roto-vs-manual-brushing/feed/ 0 http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/bases-ski-snowboard/base-cleaning-hot-scraping/ http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/bases-ski-snowboard/base-cleaning-hot-scraping/#comments Sun, 02 Mar 2008 15:14:43 +0000 SlideWright http://a69aad54-d7a9-4a15-b9b2-a2ca2a766ee2
(FAQ) Using a soft wax (for warmer snow temp) works very well to clean the base. It pulls debris and dirt from the base when scraped off warm. Also a good idea to apply a mid temp wax as a 'travel or storage wax' to protect the base. It's good for cleaning the base, but [...]]]> http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/bases-ski-snowboard/base-cleaning-hot-scraping/feed/ 0 http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/wax-application-powder-glide-wax/ http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/wax-application-powder-glide-wax/#comments Sun, 02 Mar 2008 00:39:12 +0000 SlideWright http://8475938b-46d6-4d4f-918c-6c3203a3d52d
GENERAL CONCEPTS 1. Maplus wax products offer you the choice of various combinations to suit the following chemical affinities: -Universal, Racing Base, or P1 paraffin products on their own; -P2 or P3 fluorinated paraffin products on their own; -P2 fluorinated paraffin products + P4 perfluorinated waxes; -P3 fluorinated paraffin products + P4 perfluorinated waxes; Always [...]]]> http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/wax-application-powder-glide-wax/feed/ 0 http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/wax-application-liquid-glide-wax/ http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/wax-application-liquid-glide-wax/#comments Sun, 02 Mar 2008 00:15:35 +0000 SlideWright http://bb7d2140-2689-4e51-8210-b4f65d264c4a
GENERAL CONCEPTS 1. Maplus wax products offer you the choice of various combinations to suit the following chemical affinities: -Universal, Racing Base, or P1 paraffin products on their own; -P2 or P3 fluorinated paraffin products on their own; -P2 fluorinated paraffin products + P4 perfluorinated waxes; -P3 fluorinated paraffin products + P4 perfluorinated waxes; Always [...]]]> http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/wax-application-liquid-glide-wax/feed/ 0 http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/wax-application-spray-glide-wax/ http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/wax-application-spray-glide-wax/#comments Sat, 01 Mar 2008 23:47:27 +0000 SlideWright http://ae5c7cb2-1b0e-4c52-a0ea-272c2fd930bb
GENERAL CONCEPTS 1. Maplus wax products offer you the choice of various combinations to suit the following chemical affinities: -Universal, Racing Base, or P1 paraffin products on their own; -P2 or P3 fluorinated paraffin products on their own; -P2 fluorinated paraffin products + P4 perfluorinated waxes; -P3 fluorinated paraffin products + P4 perfluorinated waxes; Always [...]]]> http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/wax-application-spray-glide-wax/feed/ 0 http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/wax-application-grip-kick-wax/ http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/wax-application-grip-kick-wax/#comments Sat, 01 Mar 2008 20:19:10 +0000 SlideWright http://57723fe9-3d7a-4a09-831b-44ff1aa208f2
GENERAL CONCEPTS 1. You must decide on the exact application area before applying the grip wax. 2. The length of the area to be waxed varies depending on the hardness of the ski, the weight and strength of the person and his/her individual style. 3. The central strip must never be waxed with gripping products. [...]]]> http://www.slidewright.com/weblog/ski-snowboard/waxing-ski-snowboard/wax-application-grip-kick-wax/feed/ 0