Hotaka Scott 0 Posted January 6, 2009 Share Posted January 6, 2009 Was wondering if any fellow backcountry skiiers have any advice for keeping snow buildup off the top of my skiis when breaking trail in powder. After a few hours of this it feels like I'm dragging anchors. The only advice I've gotten so far is to use car wax on the top sheet but was wondering if anyone had any other tricks. Thanks. Link to post Share on other sites
Ezorisu 0 Posted January 10, 2009 Share Posted January 10, 2009 I do that (car wax) on my snowboard. It works fairly well in the BC, but not on piste. Once snow melts going down then refreezes on the lift up, it forms a microscopic texture that the snow will stick to. Wonder if silicone spray or cooking spray would work? I have known people to do t hat to keep mud buildup off of mountain bikes and motocross motorcycles. Be careful with the silicone, since it may be incompatible with certain synthetics or finishes. Link to post Share on other sites
Tubby Beaver 209 Posted January 12, 2009 Share Posted January 12, 2009 what I've always wondered is that Teflon is supposedly the most "frictionless" coating known to man.....so why aren't the bottom of boards and skis drenched in the stuff? The same could then be same for the decks of said boards and skis for the BC Any sci-otaku got a good reason? Link to post Share on other sites
thursday 1 Posted January 12, 2009 Share Posted January 12, 2009 you ever noticed your frying pan after just a coupla fry ups? The coating has more scratches than a scrat n snif tee shirt. Teflon coating is just too easily removed. Having that on the base, would mean not having anything after a coupla runs. Link to post Share on other sites
Tubby Beaver 209 Posted January 12, 2009 Share Posted January 12, 2009 well Thurs, you should be using a plastic spatula Not good for snow equipment then.... Link to post Share on other sites
ShayDn 0 Posted January 16, 2009 Share Posted January 16, 2009 If you use Zardoz Notwax - that's 100% pure teflon liquid. It soaks into your wax layer and keeps things nice and slippery. For the top sheets you can use the same stuff and it helps keep them clear of snow. Link to post Share on other sites
Hornster 0 Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 I will second the use of Zardoz Notwax. I use it every season and have been more than impressed with the performance. Link to post Share on other sites
boardbaka 3 Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 interesting stuff thks for that Link to post Share on other sites
DJElo 0 Posted February 6, 2009 Share Posted February 6, 2009 where you get hold of the notwax?? and do you wax the top first then spray with it for grip or? Link to post Share on other sites
reev 0 Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 Zardoz for sure, you'll be flyin with it, rub it on and let it dry... Link to post Share on other sites
Fattwins 0 Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 When on the trail scott ive used gob stopper and it helped a bit. most stuff just rubs off in no time though. Link to post Share on other sites
JaySee 0 Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 But if you don't use Zardoz, you won't be flyyyyyin'. You shoulda' seen me! Link to post Share on other sites
Fattwins 0 Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 I use graphite wax much better. Link to post Share on other sites
mitchpee 10 Posted November 18, 2009 Share Posted November 18, 2009 Originally Posted By: Ezorisu I do that (car wax) on my snowboard. It works fairly well in the BC, but not on piste. Once snow melts going down then refreezes on the lift up, it forms a microscopic texture that the snow will stick to. Wonder if silicone spray or cooking spray would work? I have known people to do t hat to keep mud buildup off of mountain bikes and motocross motorcycles. Be careful with the silicone, since it may be incompatible with certain synthetics or finishes. I would definitely recommend this. I used cooking spray once in the early season when there is that mix of hot/cold in UT and it worked great. Also, haven't tried it on my bike but I guess I will have to. Link to post Share on other sites
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