ski tuning

I'm needing to get a tuning kit and am working on a very limited budget. Looking online, there are the usual brands and retailers however, I have seen a few Chinese brands pop up online that are far cheaper than any of the US or Euro gear and I'm wondering if anyone has had any experience with...

I have recently taken the plunge toward starting to do my own tuning at home, and am looking for some feedback on my routine. As background, I am a recreational skier getting about 30 days a year, all out West, in 5-7 day trips. I currently ski Blizzard Bonafides and Brahmas. Edges set at...

Before: And after: I suppose I could have hand brushed these a bit more. :-o

I just bought 3 year old GS trainer skis from a friend, for my U16 kids. He said "there's not much edge left." Looks like about 1-2 mm, and pretty rusty. Does such a thin edge affect performance or safety? I know it will limit the life of the ski, just wondering if it'll affect performance. And...

I got a pair of Volkl Racetiger SL skis at the end of last season and had a full tune done to them from a good shop. Taking them out for the first time this weekend. What extra care do you put into race skis to maintain them compared to your average skis? I have diamond stones to maintain the...

Guys/Gals, I just picked up some new DMT stones this year and am at a loss on how to clean them? I have a brass toothbrush and tried using that but it didn't work. Any ideas? Thanks. Bill

I’ve been trying to get my 2014 Head Rev 85 Pros set to a 1/2 degree base, but can’t seem to get any shops around here to do it - looks like they give it a couple of passes on the grinder and use whatever base guide is handy. This time I said “just grind the base until the edges are flat”, and...

I noticed some pinprick holes in a base repair. Do I need to get this redone, or can I safely ignore it? Yes, I know there are plenty of scratches . in the base proper, but I'm not too worried about those - just the holes in the repair job. I think I've asked a similar question before, in which...

If you had a ski stone ground, it should be cleaned well before you start base wax preparation. This is long as always, but the theory and argument will be in the discussion, so listen to the entire thing before you give your take on the process. It will be helpful if you can leave a video time...

My tuning box needs a refresh before things get too serious. I have normally only used the 2-600 Grit and was considering picking up a 1k and 1.5k. I have had great results ending at the 600, does anyone get into the finer grit diamonds? or is it a wasted effort/money. one note is I use the...

It's almost hard to believe how much a new plastic scraper works and shortens the work, than an old dull one. However, I have files, and I have guides. I think I should be able to file my plastic old scraper to a fine edge instead of buying a new one. Suggestions? Experience? Thanks.

My go-to nylon brush has so much wax embedded in it that I'm just creating a big sticky mess when I try to brush now. I've googled and seen a couple of techniques: the scrape-off, the solvent, the boiling water.... Anyone have lots of experience to guide me as to the most successful way to...

I am not the biggest fan of tuning skis but I'm not going to shell out the cash for a season of tuning for skis and snowboards. I have not had success with @Philpug quick tuning metho but will go to costco next week to get the disposable cleaning towels. At the beginning of the season I do a...

does anyone have any recommendations on a starter tuning kit to buy? I have looked at the Beast kit from the-raceplace.com but it seems pricey. I want to find a kit with everything I’ll need and a good quality and will last. I have 5 kids and as of now plan on all of them skiing so I’ll need...

When I'm skiing on a weekend or a longer vacation I always take a rub-on or paste wax in case I need it. I use Hertel Hot Sauce as my everyday wax but their website sucks and I couldn't find rub-on or reach them so I ended up with ZumWax's rub-on. Now weeks later Hertel finally answered my...

Ok, I want to take care of the new Fischer Ranger 98’s. I’ve never done anything to brand new skis other than mount ‘me and ski ‘em. I’ll wax them after a few days of use. I want to ensure these skis get off to a good start, so is there anything I should do to prep the bases (clean, wax, etc.)...

My wife got some new skis so it is time to drink some bourbon - I mean prep her skis! ogsmile This is not my first time prepping new skis so not looking for step by step - actually more curious on the waxing prep portion. Curious if I am overdoing it? Once cleaned and brushed and ready to go...

I started waxing last year and found it immensely enjoyable. However, I now need a shop tune to grind the bases on several pairs of mine and my wife's skis. You folks are always talking abut setting base and side edge angles. You'll say something like 2/1 tune (or whatever) and I honestly...

As I was dropping off 3 pairs of skis at the local shop for tuning and binding adjustment Saturday I thought to myself "it sure would be nice to be able to sharpen and wax these things myself". Then I remembered reading about good tunes and bad tunes affecting performance and wondered whether I...

Hello all: I saw some round ones called diamond "pucks". Has anyone tried them? Any other recomendations for a brand or size? Thanks much, Steve.