{"product_id":"swix-world-cup-true-bar","title":"Swix World Cup True Bar","description":"\u003cp\u003eSwix World Cup True Bar is a straightedge that helps you check whether the ski base is flat before working on the steel edges. Checking the base first gives you a better starting point for setting the correct edge angles and preparing the ski carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe precision measuring surface lets you detect uneven areas that are difficult to judge by eye. A useful tool for checking new skis, assessing the result after base grinding and preparing skis for further edge work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use True Bar\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake sure the base is clean, dry and free from excess wax. Wipe the straightedge's measuring surface clean too.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the measuring surface across the base and let the straightedge rest lightly on the ski.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoint the ski towards a light source, or place a lamp behind the straightedge, and look for gaps of light between the measuring surface and base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeat the check at several points along the ski to assess the condition of the entire base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the check show?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlat base:\u003c\/strong\u003e the straightedge rests evenly across the base surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConcave base:\u003c\/strong\u003e a clear light gap under the middle of the straightedge may indicate that the base is lower in the centre than at the edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConvex base:\u003c\/strong\u003e the straightedge rests on the centre and can rock from side to side, which may indicate that the base is higher in the middle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso allow for the steel edge's intentional base bevel. This can leave a small light gap right at the steel edge even when the base itself is flat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA good first step in edge preparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe check helps you decide whether the ski is ready for edge work or whether the base needs attention first. Once base flatness is checked, you can move on to the right file guide and stone for your intended preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e checking base flatness and the position of the steel edges before sharpening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSki type:\u003c\/strong\u003e alpine skis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e World Cup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem no.:\u003c\/strong\u003e Swix TA060.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Italy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"skidvalla-vallaboden-links\" style=\"margin:24px 0 32px;padding:14px 16px;background:#eaf1f7;border-radius:8px;\"\u003e\n\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\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/slipa-stalkanter\"\u003eSharpening steel edges\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/kantvinklar-for-alpinskidor-och-snowboard\"\u003eEdge angles for alpine skis and snowboards\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Swix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59307948376412,"sku":"TA060","price":32.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0078\/8181\/8201\/files\/TA060-26-V-main-zzh.png?v=1790665609","url":"https:\/\/skidvalla.se\/en-fi\/products\/swix-world-cup-true-bar","provider":"skidvalla.se","version":"1.0","type":"link"}