{"title":"Tools for the side edge ","description":"\u003cp\u003eBase edge tools hold a file or diamond stone at a specific angle against the ski base. The base edge angle affects how quickly the ski gets up on edge and how easily it turns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSet the base edge angle carefully\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the base edge has been filed, the angle cannot be reduced without regrinding the entire base. Therefore, use the file sparingly and work in small steps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFile for restoration - stone for maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a file when creating a new angle or restoring a damaged edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse fine diamond stones for normal maintenance and minor burrs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMark the edge with a marker pen to check that the tool is contacting evenly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the base free of filing debris during the work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose the right angle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon base edge angles are roughly between 0.5° and 1.5°, depending on ski type, skill level and use. Keep the factory angle if you are unsure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGuides from Vallaboden\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/pages\/slipa-stalkanter\"\u003eSharpen steel edges\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/pages\/kantvinklar-for-alpinskidor-och-snowboard\"\u003eEdge angles for alpine skis and snowboard\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e ","products":[{"product_id":"base-file-guid-0-5-to-2-0","title":"Swix Base File Guide 0.5–2.0° ","description":"\u003cp\u003eSwix Base File Guide 0.5 to 2.0° is an adjustable file guide for precise sharpening of the base edge on alpine skis and snowboards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSet the angle once and work sparingly:\u003c\/strong\u003e The base edge angle affects how quickly the edge engages. Only increase it when you know why, since an excessive angle cannot be reduced without stone grinding the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to use the product\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClamp the ski with the base facing up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet the desired base edge angle between 0.5° and 2.0°.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount a file or stone no thicker than 6 mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWork on the edge farthest from you using light, controlled strokes from tip to tail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThen maintain the angle with fine diamond stones instead of filing often.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeatures and specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable base edge angle: 0.5°-2.0°.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor alpine skis and snowboards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStable aluminum construction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits files, stones, and diamond stones up to 6 mm thick.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"skidvalla-vallaboden-links\" style=\"margin:24px 0 32px;padding:14px 16px;background:#eaf1f7;border-radius:8px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/vallaboden\" style=\"text-decoration:none;\"\u003eGuides from Vallaboden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/kantvinklar-for-alpinskidor-och-snowboard\"\u003eEdge angles for alpine skis and snowboards\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/slipa-stalkanter\"\u003eSharpen steel edges\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Swix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":17531716534361,"sku":"TA0520","price":699.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0078\/8181\/8201\/files\/TA0520-V-main01_42f3268a-ae5e-4337-8577-a98766d869ae.png?v=1786718611"},{"product_id":"base-edge-file-holder-wc","title":"Swix Base-Edge File Holder WC ","description":"\u003cp\u003eSwix Base-Edge File Holder WC is a fixed World Cup file guide in aluminum for precision tuning of the base edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFixed angle provides maximum repeatability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose 0.5°, 0.75°, 1.0° or 2.0° depending on ski type and skier. A fixed guide is less flexible than an adjustable one, but very easy to repeat exactly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to use the product\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect the correct angle before starting the work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClamp the ski securely with the base facing up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttach a suitable file or diamond stone using a file clamp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWork with light, overlapping strokes from tip to tail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the file sparingly and maintain the angle with a fine diamond stone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeatures and specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable angles: 0.5°, 0.75°, 1.0° and 2.0°.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFixed base-edge angle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum construction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor alpine skis and snowboards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.0° is a special angle and should be chosen carefully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"skidvalla-vallaboden-links\" style=\"margin:24px 0 32px;padding:14px 16px;background:#eaf1f7;border-radius:8px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/vallaboden\" style=\"text-decoration:none;\"\u003eGuides from Vallaboden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/kantvinklar-for-alpinskidor-och-snowboard\"\u003eEdge angles for alpine skis and snowboards\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/slipa-stalkanter\"\u003eSharpen steel edges\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Swix","offers":[{"title":"0.5","offer_id":17534028349529,"sku":"TA05N","price":699.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.75","offer_id":17534028382297,"sku":"TA075N","price":699.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.0","offer_id":17534028415065,"sku":"TA10N","price":699.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.0","offer_id":17534172168281,"sku":"TA20N","price":699.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0078\/8181\/8201\/files\/base-edge-file-holder-wc-336574.png?v=1786719572"},{"product_id":"swix-multi-edger","title":"Swix Multi Edger ","description":"\u003cp\u003eSwix Multi Edger is an adjustable two-in-one tool for both the base edge and side edge on alpine skis and snowboards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne tool for the entire basic job:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multi Edger is especially practical for the family or your own waxing room, as the same tool can set the base bevel and then the side edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to use the product\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways start with the base edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet a 0.5° or 1.0° base bevel and work with light strokes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThen set the side edge between 90° and 85°.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a file when setting the angle, then switch to an 80 mm diamond stone for maintenance and polishing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeatures and specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo-in-one tool for base edge and side edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide edge setting: 90°-85°, corresponding to 0°-5° deviation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase bevel: 0.5° or 1.0°.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal of nine angle settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e80 mm file included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 80 mm files and stones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"skidvalla-vallaboden-links\" style=\"margin:24px 0 32px;padding:14px 16px;background:#eaf1f7;border-radius:8px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/vallaboden\" style=\"text-decoration:none;\"\u003eGuides from Vallaboden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/kantvinklar-for-alpinskidor-och-snowboard\"\u003eEdge angles for alpine skis and snowboards\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/slipa-stalkanter\"\u003eSharpen steel edges\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Swix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55552971866460,"sku":"TA3006","price":749.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0078\/8181\/8201\/files\/swix-multi-edger-1129374_53c108c5-1976-46d7-8f44-eb8a2267c75a.png?v=1786721281"},{"product_id":"swix-world-cup-filguide-belagskant","title":"Swix World Cup file guide for base edge ","description":"\u003cp\u003eSwix World Cup file guide for base edge is developed for precise edge preparation of alpine skis. The guide holds the file at a fixed angle against the base edge and helps you work evenly along the ski.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe anodized aluminum construction provides a durable surface and is designed for precision work in the wax room.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eChoose angle\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.3° - TA003-26-V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.5° - TA005-26-V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.75° - TA075-26-V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.0° - TA010-26-V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse: file guide for base edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSki type: alpine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: anodized aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeries: World Cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of manufacture: Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use the file guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSelect the base edge angle you want to work with and use a suitable file according to the tool instructions. Keep the contact surfaces clean and work with smooth, controlled strokes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe selected angle applies to the base edge. It should not be confused with the angle of the side edge.\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Swix","offers":[{"title":"0,3°","offer_id":59307935433052,"sku":"TA003","price":999.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true},{"title":"0,5°","offer_id":59307935465820,"sku":"TA005","price":999.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true},{"title":"0,75°","offer_id":59307935498588,"sku":"TA075","price":999.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true},{"title":"1,0°","offer_id":59307935531356,"sku":"TA010","price":999.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0078\/8181\/8201\/files\/TA010-26-V-main-ioy.png?v=1790665681"},{"product_id":"swix-world-cup-true-bar","title":"Swix World Cup True Bar flatness ruler ","description":"\u003cp\u003eSwix World Cup True Bar is a flatness gauge for alpine skis. It is used to check the flatness of the base and steel edges before you start working on the edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA flat ski provides the right conditions for precise edge tuning. With the True Bar, you can assess the condition of the base and edges and detect uneven areas that need to be addressed before filing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChecks the flatness of the base and steel edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides a basis for further edge tuning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision measuring surface for inspection before grinding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeveloped for alpine skis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Italy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use the tool\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eClean the base and the measuring surface. Place the bar across the base and check the contact with the base and steel edges at several points along the ski.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTips\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart by checking flatness before working on the edge angles. Unevenness in the base affects the conditions for precise tuning.\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Swix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59307948376412,"sku":"TA060","price":349.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0078\/8181\/8201\/files\/TA060-26-V-main-zzh.png?v=1790665609"},{"product_id":"snowglide-am-1","title":"Snowglide AM-1 angle gauge ","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSnowglide AM-1 angle gauge\u003c\/strong\u003e checks both the side edge angle and the base edge angle. The measuring tool helps you work from the ski’s actual edge geometry before tuning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe measuring disc is used for the side edge. With the included angle support, you can also check the base edge. The reading is made by assessing the alignment and the light gap against the steel edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures and specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplier reference: AM-1.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasurement of side edge angle and base edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGraduated measuring disc in stainless steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasuring disc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAngle support for the base edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCardboard box with foam insert.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSee also:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/snowglide-slipmaskiner\"\u003ethe full Snowglide range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"skidvalla-vallaboden-links\" style=\"margin:24px 0 32px;padding:14px 16px;background:#eaf1f7;border-radius:8px;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/vallaboden\" style=\"text-decoration:none;\"\u003eGuides from Vallaboden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/slipa-stalkanter\"\u003eSharpen steel edges\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/kantvinklar-for-alpinskidor-och-snowboard\"\u003eedge angles for alpine skis and snowboards\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Snowglide","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59359408750940,"sku":"AM-1","price":1595.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0078\/8181\/8201\/files\/PXL_20240716_091333238.png?v=1791371239"}],"url":"https:\/\/skidvalla.se\/en-eu\/collections\/tools-for-the-base-edge.oembed","provider":"skidvalla.se","version":"1.0","type":"link"}