Waxing kit and maintenance kit

Ski care kits: Essential waxing and maintenance for perfect glide

To get the most out of every ski outing, it's crucial to maintain your equipment. Our ski maintenance kits contain all the tools you need to maintain your glide, protect your soles and sharpen your edges, in winter and at the end of the season. Whether you're a beginner or an expert alpine skier, these products are specially designed to meet the needs of every type of skiing and to extend the life of your equipment.

Why ski maintenance is important

Waxing is one of the most important steps in ski maintenance. By applying a thin layer of wax to the base, you improve glide and prevent premature wear due to friction with the snow. In your ski bag, you'll often find several types of kerosene and wax, adapted to different temperatures and snow conditions. Waxing also helps to maintain the condition of the ski's base, guaranteeing optimum gliding quality, whatever the temperature.

Steps for waxing and cleaning skis

For top-quality ski care, follow a few simple steps:

• Clean the base: Before applying wax, we recommend a thorough cleaning of the base. This removes impurities accumulated during previous outings.
• Apply wax with an iron: Wax is applied with a waxing iron heated to the right temperature. The temperature should be adapted to the type of kerosene used, to avoid burning the base.
• Scraping and brushing: Use a scraper to remove excess wax. Then use a brush to polish the base for perfect glide.

Edge sharpening: for better grip

Maintenance kits also include edge-sharpening products to ensure optimum grip on hard or icy snow. Sharpening helps skiers to control their movement and maximize safety and performance, whatever the intensity of their skiing.

Choosing the right maintenance kit for your needs

Among the popular brands, Vola offers kits with all the tools needed for these waxing and sharpening operations. Each maintenance operation is an invaluable aid to improving your skiing experience. A maintenance kit contains everything you need for a complete and careful waxing operation: grams of kerosene depending on snow conditions, waxing equipment for every type of ski, and tools for sharpening edges.

Prepare your equipment for winter with quality waxing

Waxing your skis has become an essential ritual to prepare for winter, maintain good gliding speed and avoid premature wear. With a complete kit, you're ready for every outing, in the right direction and with equipment in perfect condition!