You are getting ready for our race – and you’ve probably logged plenty of training kilometers already. Fitness, technique, and excitement are all there. But one crucial factor is often underestimated: your equipment. Well-prepared skis make all the difference – for recreational skiers as well as ambitious racers.
Why skiwax has such a big impact
Ski wax ensures that an extremely thin film of water forms between the base and the snow. Your ski glides on this film. If it doesn’t build up properly, the ski “sticks” – you need to use more strength, lose speed, and start wondering why others seem to glide past effortlessly, even though you’re actually fitter and better prepared.
A regularly maintained Ski: Half the battle
Regular waxing and consistent maintenance keep the base thoroughly saturated and provide noticeably better glide. A well-maintained, fully saturated ski simply runs best.
Two simple options:
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Hot Waxing: Penetrates deeply and provides strong, long-lasting base saturation.
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Wipe & Brush: The modern, simple all-in-one solution without an iron – fast, clean, and surprisingly effective.
The more regularly you wax, the better the base saturation becomes – and with it the basic performance of your skis. It doesn’t have to be after every ski day, but just like skincare, a bit of maintenance now and then never hurts and keeps the base smoother and faster over the long term.
The Top Finish – For those who want more
When it really counts, you can treat your skis to an extra finish. In the World Cup, multiple wax layers are combined – base saturation plus a fast top finish. Toko’s Jet Top Finish line sets new standards in the fluorine-free era. The principle is simple:
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Saturate the ski base (e.g., with hot wax)
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Enjoy more speed and longer-lasting performance
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Apply the top finish as a spray or block
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Toko racing expert Torsten "Otto" Thrän explains in a detailed article how the products work and why the process is so effective.
