Waxing your ski or snowboard is just the first step, you still need to use a wax scraper to get it smooth and remove any excess wax. This ensures that the wax doesn't come off in chunks while you're skiing or boarding. It also gets the wax into the pores to ensure the smoothest ride even when the snow conditions are ideal.![]()
No matter what kind of wax you're using, hot wax, rub-on, or otherwise you still need to use a wax scraper to get the benefits of waxing your skis or boards.
Of course, you should follow the wax manufacturer's directions. As a rule of thumb, you should wait about 30 minutes for hot wax to cool before scraping. Leaving it on longer is a good thing: it allows the wax to settle into the pores, grooves, and scrapes even more!
Shop at CampSaver.com for Wax Scrapers from the best brands including Swix and Dakine! Learn more about skiing, winter sports, and a whole bunch of other outdoor subjects in our ever-growing Guides section! Have questions? Reach out and contact us anytime!
Other categories you might be interested in: Ski Wax, Waxing Irons, Wax Brushes, Ski Tuning Equipment.