SlideWright Ski & Snowboard Tools, Wares & Tips
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In the interest of consolidating and organizing the various ATK Binding Hole Patterns here is a PDF to use for comparing. Please let us know if you find any errors. The top pattern is the composite pattern used for our … Read the rest
Here is our current library of templates for Tyrolia Ski Bindings. More will be added over time. They are the basis for the Tyrolia Ski Binding Layout Tools. Use these templates at your own risk. Perform test mounts to … Read the rest
Here is our current library of templates for Salomon Ski Bindings. More will be added over time. They are the basis for the Salomon Ski Binding Layout Tools. Use these templates at your own risk. Perform test mounts to … Read the rest
As an exercise, it’s been a desire to drill skis with a CNC. This is also an excellent method to quickly test the hole layouts of various binding templates and our binding layout tools. Also typical for testing hand
Sometimes a remount of your bindings is necessary when either you wish to move the mounting position or when different ski boots with a different Boot Sole Length (BSL) needs to fit properly. Many bindings have an adjustment range to … Read the rest
Coached a buddy swapping out Dynafit Rotation 10s for Salomon Shift MNC 10s. The rear, heel holes of the Rotations (35.5mm) lineup up fine with the Shifts (36mm) so we opted to use these two existing holes and adjust the … Read the rest
In the interest of consolidating and organizing the various Salomon Binding Hole Patterns here is a PDF to use for comparing and used for our Salomon Binding Layout Tools. Please let us know if you find any errors:
For a reference for downloading for printing or to keep handy on your favorite device:
Ski & Snowboard Tuning Overview & Checklist PDF
Below is a video version of a ski and snowboard tuning presentation ‘overview/checklist’:… Read the rest
We are drowning in high quality, durable, performance Briko-Maplus waxes. The high-melt paraffins used in Maplus (also branded as Briko-Maplus) wax provides a more durable/longer lasting wax per application with superior glide. If you like excellent glide, durability (read … Read the rest
Check here for SlideWright’s library of helpful YouTube videos.
With the SlideWright Dremel Tool adapter and the adjustable ‘Mini-Table’, along with the SlideWright Jointer Shim and fence, you can quickly sharpen acrylic wax scrapers. This ‘work table’ system also allows for using grinding, sanding and cutoff tools for an … Read the rest
Adding an aggressive base structure for spring, wet snows reduces suction and vastly increases glide.
On the bench prepping a course base structure to harvest spring corn in 10-15 minutes:
Now you can make welded ski & snowboard base repairs without power cords.
Introducing the new, cordless RP108B: a ski repair pistol that’s ideal for performing quick and reliable ski and snowboard base … Read the rest
There are three different methods you can use to maintain the SkiVisions inserts:
1. Coarse emery (silicon carbide) paper, in 60 to 100 grit or so. Emery paper is good for maintaining all the stones EXCEPT the green stones.… Read the rest
There is confusion on the side edge angles, guides and settings.
Basically the Europeans/International tool manufacturers use the acute angle from the base (needs to be flat) to the face of the side edge while North American manufacturers use the … Read the rest
The New Tools4Boards PUCK Swiss Diamond Discs for ski and snowboard edge tuning are sweet!
It has been a privilege to be on the front line for the last twelve years as Rick Weissenborn (former Canadian Downhiller) of Innovation … Read the rest
How’s your German? Knut from Powderguide.com and Forum has been producing ski binding templates … Read the rest
Tools4Boards is coming out with a modular/’All-In-One/Multi-tool Side Edge Guide, Base Beveler, Side Wall Trimmer & Wax Scraper Sharpener system, called the Switch. Depending on the combination, the tool names are variations of the base ‘Switch’ name. Ie, Switch Cut, … Read the rest
It’s good to quantify the edge geometry on your skis. The REAL ANSWER to ‘what’s the factory spec’ of my X, Y or Z skis question is, MEASURE THEM because variables exist. A case in point is a recent purchase … Read the rest
After a snow storm it’s always good to find out ‘how much they received’. Here are Colorado Ski Resorts Powder Level Cameras which are periodically updated to see how much has accumulation. Many are date stamped and are cleared at … Read the rest
Binding Freedom Templates:
With help from many of the members of the Teton Gravity Research message boards, Jon maintains a set of paper templates for mounting bindings to skis. These are also a great resource for checking for hole conflicts … Read the rest
The San Juans of Colorado can have an air temperature change of up to 30 degrees/per day when the intense sun is out and depending on the aspect. When storm or weather systems flow through it can be over 50 … Read the rest
Tools4Boards has just put out their second generation of Hone Ski and Snowboard Diamond Files & Duo Hone Diamond files. With a choice of two diamond grits, one on each side, the Tools4Boards Hone Duos are a unique option for … Read the rest
From -Toko: Base Prep, Brushing and Edge Bevels Cheever and Willi Witz
Cheever on Base Prep and Brushing
Hello everyone, I wanted to do a myth busting eblast series. But I need to consult with the man before I attempt … Read the rest
Whether you lost a screw, adding shims, have a tear out or want to swap bindings between multiple skis, we have any array of ski binding screw options to help you do it yourself.
Please note it is impossible for us … Read the rest
Following is a ‘guide’ for determining required M5 pozi machine screws for Binding Freedom (or Quiver Killer stainless steel
inserts). Measure and self-verify screw lengths needed. If in doubt purchase addition lengths and back ups. Longer screws can be ground … Read the rest
Purchase Ski & Snowboard Edge Tools here
Purchase Ski & Snowboard Sidewall Planers here.
For Recreational, Snowsports Pros and … Read the rest
