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Regarding Mark Waechter’s Remarks in 'Dissecting Kuzmin'

Leonid Kuzmin has been a the center of a controversy regarding the structuring and waxing xc skis. Here, he responds to an article written by Mark Waechter or Nordic Ultratune.,

By Leonid Kuzmin
Nov 29, 2006

From Speedskating to Skiing: Clapskis

FINN BV in the Netherlands, a producer of clapskates for iceskaters, has a line of clapski bindings. The system apparently is in use on the World Cup sprint circuit.,

By Mike Muha
Nov 27, 2006

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Ironing: What to Buy, How to Use, When to Iron

When you use the iron, go from tip to tail in one continuous motion. Don’t stop in the middle to adjust your iPod, just keep moving.,

By Phil White, SWIX Colorado Racing Service
Nov 25, 2006

SKITRAB Skis Marked for Klister and Hard Wax Conditions

SKITRAB classic skis will come with Polka Dot markings for both klister and hard wax kick zones,

By Joe Gollinger
Nov 23, 2006

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Selecting the Right Kick Wax

Ski far enough to give the wax a chance to become "conditioned" by the snow. Usually during the first hundred meters or so the wax might feel a bit slippery, which is normal.,

By Swix
Nov 22, 2006

Swix Nordic Walking Poles

This is sort of an interesting review: what's a ski racer doing reviewing Nordic Walking Poles? I now understand the the term 'ski walking' can encompass more than walking.,

By Mike Muha and Julie Pritchard
Nov 21, 2006

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Part Two: Structure & the use of the Swix T401 & T405 Imprint Tools

After classifying different structures, Kevin gives some practical guidelines when setting structure with hand held tools.,

By Kevin Sweeney
Nov 21, 2006

The Fundamentals of Ski Trail Grooming

Eric Anderson has pulled together a wealth of knowledge and practical application to produce a great DVD on trail grooming. Geared mainly to touring centers, the DVD also provides a wealth of information that can be used by the home groomer.,

By Mike Muha
Nov 20, 2006

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Pimp My Hot Box!

Thought you might enjoy these pictures of the latest iteration of my hot box.,

By Ken Roth
Nov 17, 2006

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The Five Swix Brushes in My Wax Box

Knowing which brush to use when can be confusing and sometimes, and sometimes controversial. I have five brushes in my wax box.,

By Nick Mahood, Swix Eastern Racing Service
Nov 15, 2006

Toko: Strengths and Weaknesses of 4 Kinds of Brushes

Here's a 2005 season Toko tech bulletin on how and when to use which Toko brush. Compare with the Swix recommendations in the adjoining article!,

By Toko
Nov 15, 2006

Try Swix F4 for a Quick Wax job

In the real world, you don't always have time to iron in glide wax, scrape and brush. So how do you keep your bases from drying out?,

By Phil White, Colorado Racing Service
Nov 13, 2006