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LFwakeboardDiva Outlaw
Joined: 29 Jul 2008 Posts: 106
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Posted: Feb 16, 2009 6:11 pm Post subject: snowboard wax |
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so i just got into snowboarding. i bought a 2009 Forum Aura 149 board with burton stilleto bindings and DC phase boots.
ive had the board out about 2 times already and wanted to know about waxing it. i went out today and bought some all temp. wax, scraper, base cleaner, and a wax iron.
when should i wax the board and how often should i do it?
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jryoung Ladies Man
Joined: 19 Mar 2004 Posts: 7664 City: Man Jose
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Posted: Feb 16, 2009 6:49 pm Post subject: |
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I use to wax about every 5 days riding, or whenever a significant snow temp change occured which ever came first.
I'm not a fan of base cleaner, I prefer to put on a coat of wax and scrap while it is still warm to pull out any residue. Base cleaner can ultimately dry out your base/core, but is not an issue with seldom use.
This website has just about everything you need to know about waxing.
http://www.tognar.com/waxing_tips_ski_snowboard.html
Additionally, at the end of the season, put on a good thick coat of wax, and do not scrape. This will help retain moisture in the board throughout the summer and protect the base. _________________
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LFwakeboardDiva Outlaw
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Posted: Feb 17, 2009 5:38 am Post subject: |
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thanks so much for the info.
since it is a brand new board, should i wait longer to wax it for the first time or just do it every 5 rides or so? |
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Damon Wakeboarder.Commie
Joined: 30 Nov 2004 Posts: 2097 City: Federal Way / Bellingham
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LFwakeboardDiva Outlaw
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Posted: Feb 18, 2009 7:16 am Post subject: |
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well i ended up buying a different tune kit...the Dakine super tune kit. i waxed it last night after riding it 2 fulls days. i think it turned out good. pretty much got all of the wax off and it slides across the carpet really good. |
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lake shredder Newbie
Joined: 11 Jul 2009 Posts: 46
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Posted: Jul 12, 2009 6:10 pm Post subject: |
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i wax mine whenever it needs it..... _________________ Life isnt about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself |
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rokuss Newbie
Joined: 20 Jul 2009 Posts: 1
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Posted: Jul 23, 2009 7:28 pm Post subject: |
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I wouldn't use all temp wax. I'd use wax that is made for a specific temperature range. Your board should come pre-waxed from the factory. |
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