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Content

HOLMENKOL History 4–5

Snow information 6–7

Wax choice 8–9

Base science 10

Structure science 11

Structures with TriMaxx alpine 12

Safety when waxing 13

Edge tuning 14–15

Racing waxes 16–17

Products (waxes, tools) 18–24

Wax Chart HybridFX 25

Base preparation of new skis 26–29

Repair of edge and base 30–31

Race preparation 32–35

Finish preparation 36–37

Hand structures with TriMaxx alpine 38

After race 38

4 | HOLMENKOL History

HOLMENKOL – The license to win!

HOLMENKOL is best known for being the oldest ski wax manufac-

turer in the world. Dr. Fischer established the company “Vereinigte

Wachswarenfabrik AG, Hornung u. Dr. Fischer” in 1922 in Ditzingen,

Germany. At that time, Max Fischer, Doctor of Chemistry, and himself an

enthusiastic ski jumper, was mainly involved in the development of floor

waxes, floor stains and household candles. It soon became clear to Dr.

Fischer that his professional knowledge could also be beneficial to his

hobby – and so he mixed parafins and other waxes in his laboratory and

used them on his skies.

The result was remarkable, the wooden skies no longer became soaked

in water, their gliding was superior and Dr. Fischer was able to derive

even more pleasure from his ski jumping. In the very year when the

company was established, the second product group was born – the ski

wax range, named after the founder of the company’s favourite ski jump

in Oslo – the “HOLMENKOLLEN”. By 1948, the company had already

achieved a pioneering breakthrough. A wax system was developed on the

basis of synthetic raw materials, whereby the colours (silver/red/blue) of

the ski wax characterized the respective area of use. The blue wax was

used for cold temperatures, the red for warmer temperatures and the

silver wax was applied to the skis if the snow was wet, dirty or slushy.

The market standard had been set. The meteoric development of ski coa-

tings, particularly since the 1970’s, has obviously also had an effect on

ski wax technology. In close collaboration with the ski and raw materials

industries, new waxes were developed, which were regularly tested and

assessed by internationally experienced racers, wax teams from different

ski manufacturers and national teams. The HOLMENKOL product philo-

sophy is to achieve the highest standards of ski wax to suit the require-

ments of the racing world.

HOLMENKOL History

HOLMENKOL History | 5

Fluorine waxes were used for the first time in the end of the 1980s.

HOLMENKOL successfully launched the additive system on the mar-

ket. The TopSpeed series, which was developed at the beginning of the

1990s, set benchmarks in Racing Finish and helped the world‘s elite to

numerous victories.

The venture for new technological development was initiated through the

foundation of HOLMENKOL Sport-Technologies GmbH & Co. KG, a joint

venture between LOBA and NANOGATE, in 2002. The creation of high

performance products and the ability to market these successfully has

been due to the more than 80 years of profound knowledge and expe-

rience in the ski wax development, plus due to the know-how and access

to nanotechnology. HybridFX, NanoSpeed and SpeedBlock have been

well-known for years.

With the development of nano-CFC® technology in the last two years,

HOLMENKOL has now opened new doors to gliding wax development,

whose dimensions are not yet foreseeable. The resulting SpeedPowders

have already, during its testing phase, caused many victories in the

Nordic and Alpine Skiing World Cup.

HOLMENKOL is not just a manufacturer of skiing wax. The develop-

ment department has for several years been researching and developing

coatings for different sporting activities, for example sliding and protec-

tive coatings for cycling and water sports. Also special detergents and

waterproofings for sports and functional clothing have been developed

and have encountered bright enthusiasm among users. Several patents

have been granted. In conclusion, lessons and experience gained during

development all help the progress in the field of snow sports.

A new leaf in the HOLMENKOL-history turned over in 2008 with the

transformation into the HOLMENKOL AG. To be continued…

6 | Snow information

There are good reasons why in former times proper waxing of the skis

was regarded as “black magic”, comparable with the occult of the alche-

mists in the Middle Ages: In its different forms, snow is just as diverse

as nature itself. Its character depends on a large number of factors such

as temperature, humidity, age and crystalline structure. Modern skiwax

makes it easy today even for beginners to make the right choice – as

long as he can form a clear picture of the condition of the snow and its

possible changes during the course of a day. Here – in very simple terms

– are the four basic types of snow:

New snow is a crystalline, unadulterated form of the

snowflake with delicate crystals which – depending

on the temperature – are harder at low temperatures

and softer at higher temperature. These delicate

crystals can be easily compacted during gliding and

cause a friction/suction effect which can be

degreased with an appropriate wax mixture and

corresponding base structure.

Fine-grained snow (old snow) has already undergone

one or more transformation processes as a result of

temperature changes which have caused the outer

tips of the crystals to melt or break off and have led

to a grain structure. Compared with new snow, the

suction effect is less pronounced and the friction

effect increases. Depending on the temperature the

snow can be damp and heavily infiltrated with water

or can be dried out by the cold and wind.

Proper preparation first demands

an understanding of snow!

Snow information | 7

Coarse-grained snow (old snow) has completely lost

its original texture due to repeated melting and

freezing processes and been transformed into a

snow grain, in other words has become metamorpho-

sed. We speak of old snow or coarse-grained snow.

Depending on the grain size, a distinction is made

between coarse-grained and fine-grained old snow

(grain size between 1 and 3 mm). The most com-

mon forms of coarse-grained snow are firn snow and

crusted snow.

Artificial snow or “man made snow” challenges

waxers particularly due to its aggressiveness. Because

of its high density and inhomogeneous form, this

snow is very dull and demands a particularly high

abrasion resistance of the wax. The snow surface

changes after a few transformation processes into

more crystalline forms, the glide properties improve

and less hard waxes can be used again. Despite its

unfavorable characteristics, this is the most frequent-

ly encountered snow type at international events.

8 | Wax choice

Influences on the choice of wax

Temperature

As the world’s first wax company, HOLMENKOL has taken not only the

air temperature more importantly the snow temperature and snow type,

snow texture as well as snow moisture content and relative humidity

into consideration during the development of its waxes. For this reason,

HOLMENKOL indicates the corresponding snow temperatures as the

application temperatures for its gliding waxes. Due to its greater heat

capacity, snow changes its temperature far more slowly than the air; this

means that the snow temperature remains more constant even under

extreme weather conditions (such as High Dry Winds) than the air tem-

perature.

As a result, significant differences in temperature between air and snow

can occur.

Snow texture and snow moisture content

The snow texture gives the most important indication as to the choice

of the optimum wax. The grain size of the snow influences the abrasion

resistance (friction effects) and the snow moisture content the glide pro-

perties (suction effects). HOLMENKOL differentiates between new snow

and fine-grained/coarse-grained old snow and artificial snow. These snow

types can also occur as dry, damp or wet snow. Each of these combina-

tions influences the choice of the ideal wax, under certain conditions the

snow can be very damp, while at the same time consisting of sharp, hard

crystals. In this case a very abrasion-resistant wax is needed which also

offers excellent water-repellent properties. HOLMENKOL has taken the

importance of snow texture as an important factor in the wax develop-

ment with the introduction of the Hybrid Technology.

This technology permits an unrivalled combination of abrasion-resistant

materials which nevertheless exhibit the best possible water-repellent

properties. For this reason the otherwise problematical artificial snow no

longer presents any difficulties for the choice of wax. Furthermore, the

snow texture is significantly affected by the wind. New snow or damp old

snow is quickly dried out by the wind. The snow becomes more aggres-

sive and harder wax mixtures are needed although the snow temperature

remains the same. In addition, strong wind breaks down the fine cry-

stalline structures of new snow and the snow surface. This leads to a

compaction of the snow and higher friction effects between snow and ski

base.

Foto: Fa. Head

Wax choice | 9

Base science

10 | Base science

Grinding machineFig: Reichmann

Modern ski and board bases must satisfy the following demands: They

should be elastic and at the same time they should withstand the high-

est possible loads. For this reason, sintered bases are predominantly

employed in racing today. Sintered bases can be produced with a wide

range of different additives, each base form offers special qualities for

particular conditions.

Transparent sintered bases

This base type is characterised by greater toughness, but nevertheless

without any reduced wax absorption ability.

Graphite bases

Graphite protects the base against impurities thanks to its anti-static

properties. With their good thermal conductivity, graphite bases provide

good glide properties particularly in wet snow.

Multi-sinter bases (different molecular weights of the individual com-

ponents) Multi-sinter bases have outstanding all-round properties and

they are suitable for cross country and downhill skis as well as for snow

boards since they exhibit good glide properties in all temperature ranges.

Structure science | 11

Structure science

Structure samples (Reichmann, Wintersteiger, Montana)

linear structure M-Structure KV-structure

The structure of the ski base (the contact surface between the ski and

snow) has impact on the gliding character of the ski. Due to this gliding

process friction is caused by the snow crystals and suction by the water,

contained in the snow. Special structures reduce these effects or even

eliminate them. Base structures are produced by stone grind machines.

Stone grinds are offered by the qualified specialized trade.

Generally valid:Cold snow/new snow: fine structure

Old snow/man made snow/moist snow: middle structure

Wet/coarse snow: coarse structure

12 | Structures with TriMaxx alpine

Three different intermittant structures are possible: • 0,8 mm for fine, dry snow• 1,2 mm for old or moist new snow• 1,6 mm for coarse, wet to very wet snow

Base structures with TriMaxx Alpine

TriMaxx StructureTool Alpine20642

The HOLMENKOL “TriMaxx Alpine” provides a possibility to improve the

gliding performance of mechanical grinded and unstructured skis.. (Use:

see p. 38)

Safety during waxing | 13

Instructions for the application temperature are given on the packaging

of all HOLMENKOL waxes. Nevertheless, certain precautions have to be

made and certain rules observed during the work in any workshop when

preparing ski or boards:

• Ensure good ventilation of the working area at all times!

• Do not expose waxes to naked flames!

• Do not smoke during the application!

• Use special wax irons only!

• The specific wax temperatures should not be exceeded! (Avoid causing

smoke!)

• Race waxes should be ironed in at 115°C to max. 140°C and Speed

products at 150°C to 160°C. Higher temperatures are not necessary.

HOLMENKOL® waxes are NOT toxic and have NO adverse environmental

effects. However when using at temperatures above 165 °C (330 °F)

toxic compounds may be produced. Do not use near an open fire, a glow-

ing fire or equipment with exposed heating elements. When working in

and brushing off, significant amounts of particulate matter may be pro-

duced. Ensure good ventilation during work and use breathing protection

if possible, particularly during brushing.

• If sprays are used, ensure a good ventilation and do not breath in the

fumes.

• Ensure good ventilation using base cleaners. Do not breath in vapour

directly.

• Use of gloves during edge preparation is recommended.

Edge tuning

14 | Edge tuning

Tuning of the edges involves the following working steps:1. Examine the base

2. Tuning the base edge

3. Tuning the side edge

4. Edge finish

5. Edge repair

1. Examination of the baseThe running face should be inspected using the HOLMENKOL

straight edge true bar. The following pictures can occur:

1.1 Concave base Base hollow towards the middle. Ski/board

rests on the edge, is therefore difficult to

turn and tends to cut.

1.2 Convex base Base curved towards the outer edges.

Edges have poor contact. Ski/board feels

difficult to establish good edge grip &

control.

1.3 Flat base The tread is plane from edge to edge. Ski/

board rests on the ski base and edge and

is easy to control/turn with the right edge-

tuning.

If the ski/board is not perfectly flat, we recommend that you have the ski/board ground plane by a qualified ski service shop.

2. Tuning of the base edge (hanging cut)The base edge should be prepared using the HOLMENKOL Base-

Edge FileGuide, with slightly greater base edge angle at the tip

and tail to aid in smooth turn initiation.

0,5–1,5 0–0,5 0,5–1,5

vorne5–10 cm

hinten5–10 cm

Edge tuning | 15

3. Side Edge Tuning (=back cut) The side edges are precisely relief-ground using edge grinders. The

side edge angle is prepared depending the discipline (e.g. downhill/

Super G/giant slalom: 88°– 87°, special slalom 88°– 86°).

Professional side edge preparation occurs using professional tools (e.g.

SteelEdge WorldCup, CarveEdge and SideWall Planer).

4. Edge finishFreshly ground and extremely sharp edges at the end of the ski/

board and in the blade area prevent the ski/board from turning

easily and lead quickly to errors. For this reason, the edges in the

front and rear area are slightly eased over a length of 5 to 15 cm.

The edge grip is maintained and the ski/board is easy to handle in

turns. Edges at the front and rear end of the ski/board, which have

nothing to do with the ride characteristics of the ski/board (the

part of the edge which has no contact with the track by a straight

position of the ski) should be rounded.

5. Edge repairStones on the track can cause hardening in the edge as the contact

between edge and stone briefly generates a great heat. The surface

of the edge is changed as a result and it becomes more dense than

the surrounding material. These spots are very difficult if not impossible

to remove with conventional files. Inaccurate work is the result.

These hard spots can only removed by using the Diamond File blue

or the Aluoxyd stone. Finish with the Diamond File green or red.

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16 | Racing waxes

Base wax (Hydrocarbon)

The successful world cup blends. Simple to use – no mixing required!

Brilliant base and training wax. Top products which are highly valued by

national teams and ski industries. Hydrocarbon waxes are a first class

selection of parraffins – without any synthetic additives –, which form an

excellent basic for the wax buildup with racing waxes and racing finish

products. HOLMENKOL base waxes produce a stronger (more abrasion

resistant) connection between ski base and the fluorcarbon waxes.

As conserving the ski base, base waxes are also the best medium for

base cleaning. Iron on and scrape it off in hardened, warm state.

Application temperature: 115°C to 140°C.

Racing waxes (HybridFX)

Fluorinated racing wax formulations based on hybrid technology for

alpine racing. Highly innovative raw materials used exclusively by

HOLMENKOL give a level of performance which has never before been

achieved. Unequalled top marks in acceleration, gliding properties,

abrasion resistance, bonding, water and dirtrepellence in an enormous

wide range of use. The formulations of HybridFX system were optimized

for the most common snow conditions. In special cases (high humidity,

aggressiveness) Racing waxes can be adapted using additives (GW 25,

Graphite/Molybdaen, ExtremePowder). Optimized for conventional, high-

quality sintered and extruded ski bases.

Racing Finish

HOLMENKOL Racing Finish products are the crowning finish of the wax

procedure. They make it possible to achieve extreme acceleration rates

and top speeds. The unique advantages of these products include not

only their broad application range, but also their exceptional bonding

Information about racing waxes

Racing waxes | 17

ability and abrasion resistance. This ensures that the products maintain

their functional characteristics not just at the start of a race, but right

through to the finish. Racing Finish products are optimally matched to

the HOLMENKOL racing wax products.

SpeedPowder: With HOLMENKOL® SpeedPowder you have acquired a

license to win. The patented nano-CFC®

formula combines the excellent sliding pro-

perties of conventional fluor carbon powders

with physical surface effects of nano com-

posites. The result: Together with HOLMENKOL® racing wax, you get a

first class sliding coating for your racing base which sets new standards

in terms of speed, abrasion resistance, range of applications, and ease

of use.

SpeedPaste: The World Cup proven formula allows for easy and rapid

application of a sliding coating for your racing base. The

product is suitable for a wide range of applications and

features unique efficiency.

SpeedFinish (pump spray): The World Cup proven for-

mula makes for a first class, easy to apply sliding coating

which together with HOLMENKOL® racing wax or other HOLMENKOL

RacingFinish products gives oustanding sliding results for a wide range

of applications. Smallest particles ensure multiple contact points. Thus

SpeedFinish is excellently bonded to your racing base.

SpeedBlock: World Cup proven formula for extreme acceleration and

high speeds. To be rubbed onto prepared sliding surfaces or other Speed

coatings. May be applied up until shortly before the start.

Before preparation with HOLMENKOL® speed products, prepare the

base using basic and racing wax according to the waxing chart. For suc-

cessful use of speed products, scrape and brush the wax off completely.

Foto: Fa. Head

18 | Products

ALPINE RACING WAX ADDITIVS

HybridFX Yellow24150 2x35 g

24151 6x150 g

HybridFX Red24160 2x35 g

24161 6x150 g

HybridFX White24170 2x35 g

24171 6x150 g

HybridFX Blue24180 2x35 g

24181 6x150 g

HybridFX Green24190 2x35 g

24191 6x150 g

Additiv High-Fluor GW 2524140 2x35 g

24141 3x150 g

Additiv Graphite Molybdean24142 2x35 g

24143 3x150 g

Additiv Extreme Powder24149 25 g

Beta Mix Red24110 3x35 g

24115 6x150 g

Ultra Mix Blue24120 3x35 g

24125 6x150 g

Fluor Mix White24130 3x35 g

24133 6x150 g

Alpha Mix Yellow24100 3x35 g

24105 6x150 g

BASE WAX HYDROCARBON

ALPINE RACING WAX HYBRIDFX

Products | 19

RACING FINISH

HybridSpeedPowder WET24331 25 g

HybridSpeedPowder MID24333 30 g

Hybrid SpeedPowder COLD 24335 15 g

SpeedBlock WET24351 15 g

SpeedBlock MID24353 15 g

SpeedBlock COLD24355 15 g

SpeedFinish WET24361 50 ml

SpeedFinish MID24363 50 ml

SpeedFinish MID 24365 50 ml

SpeedPaste Racing24370 30 g

0° -2° -4° -6° -8° -10° -12° -14° -16° -18° -20° -22° -24° snow

RACING FINISH CHART alpine

Wet

Wet

Mid

Mid

Cold

Wet

Mid

Cold

Cold

Speed Block

SpeedFinish

Speed Paste

Hybrid Speed Powder

Paste Racing

20 | Products

TOOLS EDGE

Racing File 100x20 mm 15 teeth/cm (L-Maxi)20527

Racing File 100x25 mm 13 teeth/cm (L-Mini)20524

Cross File mini 100x25 mm 20521

Racing File 150x20 mm 18 teeth/cm (S)20529

Racing File 200x20 mm 15 teeth/cm (M-Maxi)20526

Racing File 250x25 mm 13 teeth/cm (L-Maxi)20523

SideWall Planer24451

ErgoProfi24452

EdgeTrick PRO Diamond24455

CarveEdge SegmentFile20588

CarveEdge HardMetal24457

ProEdge Allround (Aluwinkel mit Teflon)

20580

SteelEdge WorldCup24475

Diamond File 110mm 24465 Green Fine24466 Red Medium24467 Blue Coarse

Base Edge File Guide 0,5°–1,5°24450

Schleifgummi20550

Arkansas 20575 hard20576 true hard

Products | 21

TOOLS BASE

Smart Waxer 230 Volt20603

Digital RacingWaxer 230 Volt24422

WaxFleece20620 100 Stück

FinishKork with polish felt20645

Plastic Scraper 3 mm20630

22 | Products

TOOLS BASE

SpeedBrush Kork20673

SpeedBrush Fleece20688

OvalBrush Bronce24520

OvalBrush Nylon24530

OvalBrush Horsehair24533

OvalBrush Steel MicroFinish24523

OvalBrush Steel24522

SpeedBrush Fiber20670

SpeedBrush Nylon20671

SpeedBrush Horsehair20672

SpeedBrush Bronce20674

SpeedStick Pro II 20685 120 mm

SpeedShield Pro II(safety at work)

20686

Products | 23

TOOLS

Repair Strips transparent20460 5 pcs.

Repair Strips black20465 5 pcs.

Folit Strips transparent20470 5 pcs.

Folit Strips black20471 5 pcs.

Tape 20740Tape smart 20741

TriMaxx Structure Tool alpine20642

REPAIRSTRIPS

TRANSPARENT

license to win

REPAIR

R E P A I R / B A S E

STRIPSTRANSPARENT

license to win

R E P A I R / B A S E

REPAIRSTRIPS

TRANSPARENT

license to win©

FOLITSTRIPS

TRANSPARENT

license to win

R E P A I R / B A S E

Sharpener for plastic scrapers20632

Clett Alpin/Carving20810

SuperPro Plus WorldCup24432

Board Fix 20515

24 | Products

WaxingTable Profi20720

TOOLS

TOOLS CARE

CareFleece20450 20 pcs.

20451 100 pcs.

Cleaner20420 100 ml

Fiber Fleece24490 25 m

find all products: www.holmenkol.com

Wax Chart HybridFX | 25

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26 | Base preparation of new skis

Base preparation of new skis

New skis and new grinded skis have to be basically prepared before

the first use. The first preparation is important for a deep saturation

of the ski base with skiwax. By the manufacturing process and the

mechanical grinding small hairs accrue, which have to be removed by

this base preparation. It is also a base protection for edge preparation.

1

2

3

4

5

Fix the ski always in a special ski

vice.

Clean the ski base with Cleaner or

WaxAb and Fleece.

If the ski has been freshly grinded, remove the fine base hairs with a

sharp scraper (plastic or steel).

Roughen the ski base lightly with

the green SkiPad to improve the wax

absorption.

Grind the ski/board flat from front to

rear with the RacingFile. In the front

and rear section, grind the edge with

the BaseEdge FileGuide with an over-

hang of 1° to 1,5° (accordingly to use

and skiing skills).

Base preparation of new skis | 27

6Wax with base wax (AlphaMix Yellow

oder BetaMix Red), allow to cool down

and scrap off again. Thus the treat is

now protected against soiling during

the further preparation of the side

edge.

TIPIn order to avoid burning

the ski base, skiwax can

also be applied by using the

HOLMENKOL WaxFleece.

In order to be able to grind a precise

edge, the excess material has to be

removed from the side wall with the

SideWall Planer.

Continue next page.

7

8

9

10

Insert the CrossFile Mini into the edge

tool (SteelEdge WorldCup and rough

grind the desired angle. This step can

be relieved with by the CarveEdge with

SegmentFile HardMetal. Further treat

the prepared edge using a clamped

RacingFile (Maxi or Mini).or:

Finish with Diamond File.

Ease the extreme sharp edge in the

front and the rear section with the

rubber.

CarveEdge

28 | Base preparation of new skis

Base preparation of new skis | 29

oder:

Brush old wax out with the OvalBrush

Bronce or SpeedBrush bronce.

Scrape off the slightly soiled base

surface with a sharp plastic scraper.

Iron base wax once again into the ski

base.

This process waxing, scrapping off, brushing out can be repeated several

times to saturate the ski base sufficiently.

11

Repair of edges and ski base

The skis/boards have to be regularly examined. In case of damages,

proceed as follows before starting the race preparation:

1

2

30 | Repair of edges and ski base

If the edge exhibits hard spots,

pretreat with Diamond File blue or

EdgeTrick with Aluoxyd stone and

finish with Diamond File.

Fill any damages (scratches) with

FolitStrips.

or:

Repair of edges and ski base | 31

Remove any excess material of the

FolitStrips with a CrossFile ...

… or steel scraper.

Smooth the repair area with green

SkiPad or Sandpaper.

4

3

Race preparation

The products mentioned in the following can be found on page

18–25. Ski/board has been prepared per description (examination of

the tread, hang grinding, relief grinding, base waxing, see p. 26f.).

1

2

3

4

Fix the ski always in a special ski vice.

Scrape the old wax off with a plastic

scraper and gentle pressure.

Remove the side walls with the

SideWall Planer everytime before you

cut the edges.

Insert the racing file into the edge tool

(SteelEdge WorldCup) and relief-cut

the side edge to the desired angle. If

necessary pre-cut with CarveEdge.

or:

CarveEdge

32 | Race preparation

6

7

5

Race preparation | 33

Polish the side edges with Diamond

File green and smooth with Arkansas

Stone “true hard”.

Brush the ski base out with

BaseBrush Bronce Brass to remove

wax residues from the structure.

Ease the extreme sharp edge in the

front and the rear section with the

rubber.

Continue next page.

34 | Race preparation

8

9

Apply the desired racing wax. Allow

harder waxes with a higher melting

point longer application times. This

enhances the resistance against abrasi-

on of the waxes.

Clean the ski base with base wax

(AlphaMix Yellow / BetaMix Red),

scrape off and brush out.

12

13

Brush out with OvalBrush or

SpeedBrush (always in running direc-

tion).

10

11

Clean the side walls and edges with a

scraper or a spattle.

Allow the ski/board to cool down for

at least 1 to 2 hours, then scrap the

wax layer with gentle pressure off by

means of a sharp plastic scraper from

the ski tip to the tail.

Apply a paste wax to the side (so that no snow adheres to the side

wall) and polish with CareFleece.

Race preparation | 35

TIPRepeat scraping off and brushing out one or two times in

order to obtain the smoothest possible surface.

oder:

Finish preparation

HOLMENKOL Speed products are used after base preparation (Base

Wax Hydrocarbon, Racing wax HybridFX). Usually only one of the

named products is applied.

1

36 | Finish preparation

Apply SpeedPowder Hybrid evenly.

Rub on SpeedBlock with little pres-

sure.

Apply SpeedPaste Racing with spon-

ge thinly and let evaporate.

Spray on SpeedFinish evenly with a

distance of 10 to 20 cm.

or:

or:

or:

Finish preparation | 37

2

3

Work in Speed products with

FinishKork (cork or felt) or SpeedKork

or SpeedFleece.

or:

or:

or:

Brush applied Speed product with

horsehair brush. Use Steel MicroFinish

brush to finish.

Structure setting with TriMaxx

38 | Hand structures - After race

Set hand structure after waxing pro-

cedure!

Emboss structure pressing constantly

from tip to tail on one side. Turn the

tool and repeat on the other side to

catch the whole base.

Over again use the MicroFinish brush

gently.

After the race is before the race

TIPAfter the use of the ski/board (race/training) brush the ski base out and apply base wax (do not scrape off).

Notes | 39

Memo

HOLMENKOL AGWernher-von-Braun-Str. 3

D-71254 Heimerdingen, Germany

www.holmenkol.com

23185 09/2008