What are the basic maintenance on the ski and ski boots?

Basic maintenance for snow skiis is to sharpen the edges according to the manufacturers specifications for that ski, which you should find online, if not a base bevel of 1 degree and a side bevel of 1 degree is quite common. This means that the base edge is angled 1 degree up from the base and the side is angled in at 91 degrees from the base, which results in a 90 degree edge. These bevels allow an easier edge release, hence an easier turn initiation and still have a good sharp edge that will last for many days skiing.


After the edges are sharpened, wax the skiis with a waxing iron, and then scrape the wax to a thin layer.


Your ski boots should be kept buckled when stored, before you store them, remove the liners and dry them and the shells inside and out. A boot dryer or a hair dryer on low power works great. A light coating of lubricant on the buckle adjusting screw will help allow adjustments next season. The boots should be stored at normal room temperature, not in a hot attic or garage ceiling. The plastic will try to regain its%26#039; original shape when it is heated, that shape is a flat sheet.


Clean all dirt from your equipment, before storage, loosen the setting on the binding springs to prevent weakening of the spring. Wash all dirt from the bindings and the AFD, (anti friction device) before storage for the summer.

What are the basic maintenance on the ski and ski boots?
For skis you need to make sure that the bottoms do not dry out by waxing them. Make sure that your edges are sharpened (let a ski shop do it if you don%26#039;t know the technique). And, be sure your bindings are secure, free of snow and ice, and all the settings correct for your experience, skiing technique, weight and height (again see a certified ski shop for proper settings).





Boot should be buckled up at the end of the ski day and, if you want less hassle, keep them warm so they are easy to put on next time.





If the inner boot becomes wet take them out and allow to dry. They sometimes can be challenging to put back in the boot, especially if the boot is stiff from cold.





Steve, PSIA Ascutney Mountain Resort



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