Snowboard maintenance
Snowboard maintenance set
That your snowboard needs maintenance is sometimes forgotten. We think that’s a real shame. A well-maintained snowboard glides many times better and smoother. You have more grip on the hard slope and you glide longer on less steep sections. Do you have no idea how to best maintain your snowboard? We at Sideways would be happy to help you. We have a beautiful and extensive collection of materials for snowboard maintenance. Check out our maintenance set!
Maintain a snowboard with waxing
Most people wax their snowboard once a year. Is that sufficient maintenance for your snowboard? That depends on a number of factors. Due to the friction of your snowboard with the snow, a thin layer of water is created. This water needs to be drained if you want to glide. Wax facilitates the acceleration of water drainage. If you go skiing for a week and the snow is wet due to high temperatures, your snowboard will lose its wax faster than when it is icy cold. In most shops, skis and snowboards are waxed mechanically. This is fine in itself. However, not enough wax gets into your base this way. We therefore recommend waxing your snowboard or skis with hot wax that you apply with a iron.
When and how often should you perform snowboard maintenance?
Snowboard maintenance is essential to extend the lifespan of your snowboard and keep optimal performance on the slopes. It is advisable to regularly maintain your snowboard, especially if you go snowboarding often or after an intensive winter sports holiday.
The ideal time to perform maintenance on your snowboard is at the end of the winter sports season. At that time, you can thoroughly clean, wax, and repair any small damages on your snowboard. This ensures that your snowboard is well stored and ready for the next season.
In addition to the end of the season, it is also recommended to maintain your snowboard after every 5 to 10 days of intensive use on the slopes. During snowboarding, the base and edges can wear down, and dirt and excess wax can accumulate. By regularly maintaining, you retain the optimal performance and grip of your snowboard.
Snowboard maintenance accessories for sharpening
Sharpening your snowboard regularly is also part of maintaining your board. How often you need to sharpen depends on several factors. When the slope is very icy, it makes sense that the steel edge dulls and becomes less sharp more quickly. Are the snow conditions poor and are there small rocks appearing through the snow? Then you can quickly get burrs on the steel edge.
When you go sharpening yourself, you need several tools such as files and edge stones. For example, take a look at a Holmenkol Semi Edger and a Holmenkol Edge Trick. Are you looking for a complete set? Then a Holmenkol sharpening set is a good option.
Snowboard maintenance do-it-yourself or have it done?
Whether you want to do the snowboard maintenance yourself or have it done for you depends on your experience, skills, and personal preference. Both options have their advantages and disadvantages.
If you are handy and have experience with maintaining snowboards, you might choose to do the maintenance yourself. This gives you the opportunity to maintain your snowboard regularly and at your own pace. It’s an educational experience, and you can save money on maintenance costs. There are many online resources and tutorials available to help you learn the proper techniques for cleaning, waxing, and sharpening your snowboard.
On the other hand, if you are not familiar with snowboard maintenance or if you don’t feel comfortable working on your snowboard yourself, you can have the maintenance done by a professional winter sports specialist. They have the right knowledge, skills, and tools to maintain your snowboard thoroughly. Although having the maintenance done incurs costs, you can trust that your snowboard is in good hands and will be maintained professionally.
Snowboard maintenance articles available at Snowboards.co.uk
You can easily and quickly order your materials for snowboard maintenance at Snowboards.co.uk. Do you want to start maintaining your snowboard yourself and need tips or explanations? Then visit our snowboard shop. We are happy to help you get started and teach you the basics of maintaining your snowboard yourself.
