Where To Get Skis Tuned?

Is it worth it to tune your own skis?

D.I.Y.

If you ski a lot in one season, tuning your own skis may save you a lot of money

. Sure you have the initial investment in tools and wax, but after that first layout, you’ll be saving money and have more control over the condition of your skis.

How much does it cost to bind skis?

How do I tune my skis?

Is it OK to store skis standing up?

DO STORE IN DRY AREA

Your skis and boards could be stored standing upright on the tails or on their sides in a damp free environment

. A great storage place could be under your bed, or in the corner of an interior closest in the house. DO NOT store in the garage, damp basement or attic.

How long does tuning skis take?

Most can do it in about

2-3 minutes on a belt

. Hot waxes are done occassionally, but those people do it for a living so even there you could probably have it in 15-20 minutes. It can be faster but almost never is. Lets not forget to count time to take it there and back.

When should I get my skis tuned?

When to Service Your Gear

In general, it’s good to tune your skis

after about every 20 days of riding

. Again, however, this varies for every user. If you are the type of skier or snowboarder who tends to beat your skis up a lot more than the average rider, you might need a tune-up more often.

Can you tune skis yourself?

Minor edge work is easy to do at home

, but extensive repairs and sharpening are best done at a ski shop. Always finish up your tuning by waxing your skis. It’s also recommended that you wax your skis throughout the ski season even if you’re not doing base or edge repairs.

Do you wax new skis?

your new skis really just need a wax coat every couple of weeks

and some shop work once or twice a season. Other skis require even more work than just a simple waxing. Fat skis, for instance, tend to need a base grind in order to flatten out the base so it runs evenly and smoothly on the snow.

Where can I buy ski bindings?

Most ski builders will mark their recommended mounting point based on how the ski is designed to perform. Usually this point is based on what is considered a “traditional mounting point” which puts the

mid-sole of the boot a few centimeters behind the true center of the ski

.

Will ski shops mount old bindings?

Many ski shops will mount your bindings for free or at a discount if you buy bindings or skis from the shop

. Also, some local ski shops will offer discounts to those with season passes at the resort.

Should you put new bindings on old skis?

Ski bindings can be reused and mounted on both new and pre used skis

. If you take care of your ski bindings, they will have a very log lifespan. You should replace your bindings if they are not functioning properly, if they have been damaged you should take them to a shop to determine if they should be replaced.

How many times can you tune skis?

A full ski base grind is recommended after the first 5-8 days on a newly purchased pair of skis to give it time for the epoxy to settle. This process actually planes a small layer of base off the ski and can therefore only be done

up to six times over the life of the ski

.

How much does it cost to get skis sharpened?

What does a ski tune up include?

Inspection and base repairs

Such as functioning bindings, broken edges and base or sidewall damage

. If we catch these things early, many times they can easily be repaired. Also, before a ski can be properly tuned, any major base damage needs to be fixed.

Are old skis still good?

Even with regular maintenance skis will deteriorate

. You can technically ski on an old pair of skis for as long as they are intact and can attach to your ski boots – but if you want to get the best from your expensive lift pass – you probably should upgrade to a new pair at least every 6-12 years.

How long will skis last?

Ski industry statistics show that,

on average, skiers replace their equipment every 8 years or so

. So, if you are one of those skiers who is out there on 8-year-old equipment, you can rest assured that you’re not out of the ordinary, but you do have to realize you’re on the downside of your skis lifespan.

Should you wax skis at the end of the season?

Wax skis before storing them

The beauty of this end-of-season chore is that the scraping step of waxing (the time-consuming part) is not even necessary. Just leave the thick coat of wax on the base and even dripped over the edges for protection.

What happens if you don’t wax your skis?

Over time, without wax,

the base of a ski or board will start to dry out and whiten, almost like the black is fading

. As it continues to dry, it shrinks. In extreme cases, the base can shrink away from your edges, making them prone to blowing out of the ski on a rock or hard ice.

How often do you need to wax your skis?

How often your skis need to be waxed depends on how often you use them. At a minimum, you should wax them

once at the start of every season

. However, if you’re a frequent skier it also makes sense to wax them once more during the season.

What does a ski tune do?

Ski tuning is an essential part of skiing. Just like a car’s engine, skis need regular tune-ups to ensure optimal performance. After a tune-up,

your skis will be faster, grip the snow better, and they won’t hook or catch on snow or ice

. In short, regular ski tuning will help you have a great time on the hill.

Is 110 flex too stiff?

Advanced-Expert boots normally are in the 110 to 130 range

. The stiffest race boots are rated at 140 to 150, which is far beyond what most skiers need or want and usually reserved for high-level competition skiers.

Does rub on ski wax work?

Don’t use rub on wax

. It’s a waste of money and you’ll be lucky if the wax lasts more than a few runs. Rub on wax is designed as a temporary solution and it comes off after 2-3 runs leaving you just as slow as before you rubbed on the wax. On the whole, rub on wax just isn’t worth the effort.

Can ski edges be too sharp?

If you’re experiencing such jerkiness, your skis’ edges might simply be too sharp

. They will improve as the edges dull, but waiting until they dull is frustrating. Take them back to the shop, and ask the tech to dull the edges with emery paper or a gummy stone.

Should you tune new skis?

Myth No. 2. “Brand new skis don’t need to be tuned before use.”

New skis do come with a factory tune

, but then they have a long journey from the factory to the retailer and finally into your hands.