Cross Country Ski Gear and Reviews
Fluorocarbons waxes are a skier’s best friend
2/22/2011 - By Swix
The benefits of pure Fluoros increase as the length of race increases, humidity/water increases or dirt increases. It should be noted that in most every condition any FC Top Coat is better than using no FC Top Coat
Human Powered Trail Grooming launches Classic Track Setter
2/21/2011 - By Peter Foley
Human Powered Trail Grooming announced today that it has begun selling a classic track setter for those who want to groom their own ski trails but don’t have access to a snowmobile or mechanized groomer.
New Atomic World Cup HT Skate Ski
2/18/2011 - By Mark Waechter
Atomic is bringing a new skate ski to the table that should have everyone licking their chops. Atomic calls it the World Cup HT skate ski. The new ski isn’t just a tweaked version of their all-around favorite, but a whole new ski.
Waxing for VASA with Eli
2/10/2011 - By Eli Brown
Getting tuned in and ready for the big weekend at the Vasa. Just wanted to go over some waxing ideas and methods to get you tuned up for the Vasa.
Information on Fluorinated Waxes
2/9/2011 - By Ian Harvey
One quirk about Fluorocarbon waxes is that they do not "like" hydrocarbon waxes (think oil and water). Fluorinated hydrocarbons (Dibloc LF and HF) are the link between them. They are a hybrid between the two types (hence the name Toko Dibloc).
Q&A with Eli Brown at Noon TODAY
2/9/2011 - By Mike Muha
Eli Brown was asked to do a weekly live web chat on waxing with the local NBC affiliate; the third session is at noon today. You can ask him questions online at UpNorthLive.com.
Why Not Use Isotropic Surface Structures?
2/4/2011 - By Mark Waechter
I am occasionally asked why ski bases don't have random or non-directional structures. Typically the question is posed with the addition of "...like a golf ball!"
Waxing with Solda for cold snow
2/3/2011 - By Bert Hinkley
In cold snow it is a good idea to harden the bases with F15 Blue. Then go with other wax options based on snow and temp and humidity.
Vauhti ski wax manual
2/2/2011 - By Rick Weir
Vauhti ski wax manual: Flour powders, Flour liquids, Flour emulsions, LF Flours, kick waxes, etc. and instructions...
Q&A with Eli Brown at Noon Today..OR NOT.
2/2/2011 - By Mike Muha
UPDATE: Eli and the station got their signals crossed. The chat will be NEXT Tuesday...
JetStream Application and Rotocorking Tips
2/2/2011 - By Ian Harvey
There are various ways to apply JetStream (or any other fluorocarbon). Sometimes the end result is the same and sometimes one method of application yields an advantage over another. Here are 3 main options and their merits.
Klister Cushion?
2/1/2011 - By Chris Hall
Using hard wax, we often do a hard-over, putting the softer wax underneath as cushion and using the colder on top so it doesn't ice, and then might wear away as the day warms, snow gets warmer. Is the same process ever used with klister?
