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Grip wax

Grip wax provides the grip that allows you to push off on the track. The right wax for today's conditions makes skiing both easier and more fun. Read more further down the page. 

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Swix - Swix V40 Burkvalla Blå Extra -1 / -7 - V0040 - Skidvalla.se
Swix - Swix V40 Burkvalla Blå Extra -1 / -7 - V0040 - Skidvalla.se
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Swix V40 Can Wax Blue Extra -1 / -7

📝 Short description Swix V40 Blue Extra is the skiers' favorite with perfect grip and glide in changing winter weather. The world's best-selling gr...

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Swix - Swix V30 Burkvalla Blå - 2 / - 10 - V0030 - Skidvalla.se
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Swix V30 Blue Can Wax -2 / -10

📝 Short description Swix V30 blue is the classic among all classics! When the conditions are optimal and it's just cold enough to exercise or c...

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Swix - Swix V45 Burkvalla Lila Special +0 / - 3 - V0045 - Skidvalla.se
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Swix V45 Can Wax Purple Special +0 / -3

📝 Short Description Swix V45 Violet Special is a versatile grip wax specially adapted for varying winter temperatures around zero. Perfect when t...

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Swix - Swix V20 Burkvalla Grön - 8 / - 15 - V0020 - Skidvalla.se
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Swix V20 Can Wax Green -8 / -15

📝 Short Description Swix V20 Green is the wax for stable grip and long durability in very cold temperatures. ✅ Features & Benefits High durab...

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Swix - Swix V60 Burkvalla Röd/Silver +3 / - 0 - V0060 - Skidvalla.se
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Swix V60 Can Wax Red/Silver +3 / -0

📝 Short description Swix V60 Red/Silver is the warmest wax in the V-series, developed especially for wet and mild conditions around zero degrees. ✅...

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Swix - Swix VP40 Racing Pro Blue -4 / -10 - VP40 - Skidvalla.se
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Swix VP40 Racing Pro Blue -4 / -10

Swix VP40 Racing Pro Blue Grip Wax -4 / -10 – a bestseller for the ski trip Fluor-free blue grip wax for cold and dry winter conditions. DETAILS ...

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Swix - Swix VP45 Racing Pro Blue/Violet -1 / -5 - VP45 - Skidvalla.se
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Swix VP45 Racing Pro Blue/Violet -1 / -5

Swix VP45 Racing Pro Blue/Violet -1 / -5 Provides good grip at temperatures between -1 and -5 degrees Fluor-free, blue-violet grip wax for normal w...

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Swix - Swix VP55 Racing Pro Violet +1 / -2 - VP55 - Skidvalla.se
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Swix VP55 Racing Pro Violet +1 / -2

Swix VP55 Racing Pro Violet +1 / -2 Grip wax for skis around zero degrees Fluor-free dark violet grip wax developed for wet, newer snow around zero...

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Swix - Swix VP65 Racing Pro Black/Red +2 / -0 - VP65 - Skidvalla.se
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Swix VP65 Racing Pro Black/Red +2 / -0

Swix VP65 Racing Pro Black/Red +2 / -0 Grip wax for skis when the temperature is above zero. Excellent wax for difficult conditions around zero deg...

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Swix - Swix VP30 Racing Pro Light Blue -8 / -16 - VP30 - Skidvalla.se
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Swix VP30 Racing Pro Light Blue -8 / -16

Swix VP30 Racing Pro Light Blue -8 / -16 Grip Wax for Skiing in Cold Fluor-free light blue grip wax for dry and cold to extra cold winter condition...

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Swix - Swix VP60 Racing Pro Violet/Red +2 / -1 - VP60 - Skidvalla.se
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Swix VP60 Racing Pro Violet/Red +2 / -1

Swix VP60 Racing Pro Violet/Red +2 / -1 Grip wax for skiing in mild weather and wet snow Fluor-free red-violet grip wax that works very well on wet...

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Swix - Swix VP50 Racing Pro Light Violet +0 / -3 - VP50 - Skidvalla.se
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Swix VP50 Racing Pro Light Violet +0 / -3

Swix VP50 Racing Pro Light Violet +0 / -3 For new and freshly fallen fine-grained snow from 0°C to -3°C. Old/partially transformed snow from -1°C ...

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Swix - Swix V50 Burkvalla Lila +0 / - 0 - V0050 - Skidvalla.se
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Swix V50 Can Wax Purple +0 / -0

📝 Short description Swix V50 Violet is the wax you choose when temperatures approach zero and the snow starts to feel a bit d...

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Swix - Swix V55 Burkvalla Röd Special +1 / - 0 - V0055 - Skidvalla.se
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Swix V55 Can Wax Red Special +1 / -0

📝 Short description Swix V55 Red Special is the perfect wax when the conditions are mild, and the temperature fluctuates bet...

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Swix - Swix V05 Burkvalla Polar - 12 / - 25 - V0005 - Skidvalla.se
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Swix V05 Jar Wax Polar -12 / -25

📝 Short Description Swix V05 Polar is the hardest and most durable wax in the V-series. Excellent in extreme cold when the snow is dry and abrasive...

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Swix - Swix VP70 Racing Pro Yellow +3 / -0 - VP70 - Skidvalla.se
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Swix VP70 Racing Pro Yellow +3 / -0

Fluoro free kickwax for warmer ski trips! DETAILS Good water-repellent qualities. Recommend to apply cold. For racing For new and new fallen fin...

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This is how grip wax works

Grip wax is applied in the grip zone under the ski to provide grip during the push-off. It allows you to push off effectively – without hindering the forward glide. With the right grip wax, skiing becomes both easier and more enjoyable.

Different types of grip wax

  • Can wax – the classic for cold and dry snow conditions. Available in different hardnesses and temperature ranges.
  • Klister – used for wetter, coarser snow or icy surfaces. Provides strong grip but can feel sticky.
  • Special waxes – racing variants and additives that fine-tune the grip for competition.

This is how you choose the right grip wax

Always start from the temperature and snow type:

  • Cold, dry snow → hard cans in blue/purple spectrum.
  • Milder or wet snow → softer cans or klister.
  • Changing conditions → combine base wax and several thin layers of grip wax.

This is how you apply grip wax

  1. Clean the grip zone.
  2. Lightly roughen with sandpaper.
  3. Apply several thin, even layers.
  4. Cork or heat in each layer.
  5. Finish with a final thin layer for best durability.

Follow the temperature recommendation on the can and it usually works well. If you experience snow sticking under the ski, you have chosen a wax that is too warm. If the grip is poor, you have waxed with a wax that is too cold or too few layers. Always apply several thin layers and cork out thoroughly. Remember that a ski is made for 4 to 7 thin layers of grip wax and that each layer must be corked out with a synthetic cork.

Common mistakes

  • Too thick layers → the ski feels sluggish.
  • Wrong temperature range → poor grip or slipping backward.
  • No base or roughening → the wax releases faster.

FAQ – Common questions about grip wax

How many layers of grip wax should I apply?
A ski is designed for 4–7 thin layers. Each layer should be corked out thoroughly with a synthetic cork.

Do I always need to use base wax?
No, but in cold, icy, or worn conditions on long tours, it is a clear advantage. Base wax makes the grip wax adhere better.

What do I do if snow sticks under the ski?
Then you have applied a wax that is too warm. Scrape off and choose a colder variant.

Why do I slip backward despite applying several layers?
Either the wax is too cold, or you need more layers that are properly corked.