Edge Care & Grinding
Sharpening and edge maintenance are key to control and safety on skis. Here you will find all the tools you need – from files and whetstones to complete edge tools and sharpening machines. Read more further down the page.
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Swix Diamond Stone Plastic Base
Diamond sharpening stone with plastic base. Good quality and durable diamond coating. Fits almost all sharpening tools on the market. Availa...
View full detailsSwix Sidewall Cutter Sport
Swix edge cutter for the side edges. Removes excess plastic from the ski's edge that may be in the way when you want to sharpen your steel edges. V...
View full detailsFile 20cm 16Tpcm - 2nd CUT Medium
File for skis - 2nd Cut Chrome (Medium). Made of hard chromed steel. Excellent bite. This is the second file you use. Medium ...
View full detailsSwix Diamond Sharpener Pro Racing Alu
Whetstone built on a solid aluminum base. Diamond file World Cup. High quality and durable diamond coating. Preferably used together with water o...
View full detailsSwix Phantom R Edge File Holder
Swix Phantom R Edge File Holder Swix Phantom R is a precision file holder with ball bearings and six different adjustable angles (85°–90°) for shar...
View full detailsSwix Rubber Stone
Mainly used for removing burrs and rounding steel edges on the front and back of alpine skis and snowboards. Soft: Soft rubber sharpening stone for...
View full detailsSwix Base File Guide 0.5 to 2.0°
Swix Adjustable Base Sharp - For filing alpine ski and snowboard base edges. Adjustable base edge / base edge sharpening / racing file holder that ...
View full detailsSwix File Clamp
Swix File Clamp. A clamp with a spring to secure the file to the filing tool. Fits all Swix filing tools. For all waxers and service men. Strong co...
View full detailsSkid file 15cm 20Tpcm - Fine Cut Fin
File for skis - Fine Cut Chrome (Fine). Made from hard chromed steel. Excellent grip. This is the last file you will use. Fine coarseness. Used f...
View full detailsSwix Side Edge File Guide
Swix file holder / angle bracket for sharpening the steel edge in a professional manner at the correct angle. Made of a hard aluminum alloy. Design...
View full detailsSwix Compact Edger Kit
Everything you need to maintain steel edges on skis and snowboards. Ergonomic file guide with 80 mmstone. DETAILS 3-in-1 solution for steel edge ...
View full detailsSwix Phantom Edge File Holder
Swix Phantom Edge File Holder with 6 different angles. For sharpening the steel edges of your skis. 80mm file included. Easily adjustable between 8...
View full detailsSwix File Brush
Practical file brush for keeping the files fresh. File cleaning brush. DETAILS File brush For file cleaning For all maintenance of steel edges Pr...
View full detailsSaw file 10cm 14Tpcm - 2nd Cut Medium
File for skis - 2nd Cut (Medium). Made of hard chromed steel. Excellent grip. This is the second file you use. Medium coarseness. A file used for ...
View full detailsSwix Pocket Edger Kit
Everything you need to maintain steel edges on skis and snowboards. Practical file guide set with everything you need to maintain steel edges. DETA...
View full detailsSwix EVO Pro Grinding Wheels
Grinding stones for Swix Evo Pro Edge Tuner. Available in four different coarseness levels Coarse - For changing the angle of a steel edge or gri...
View full detailsFile 20cm 13Tpcm - Bastard Coarse
File for skis - Bastard Chrome (Coarse). Made of hard chromed steel. Excellent grip. This is the first coarse file you use to repair damage and se...
View full detailsSki file 10cm 16Tpcm - Fine
File for skis - Fine Cut (Fine). Made of hard chrome-plated steel. Excellent grip. This is the last file you will use. Fine coarseness. Used for fi...
View full detailsSwix Ceramic Whetstone
Gives the steel edges an optimized finish Ceramic sharpening stone for polishing steel edges.
Swix Panzer File
Swix Panzer File. For steel edges. For racers and servicemen and ski shops. Sharp and precise. 12”/30 cm long12 tpi. All ski shops need this. Super...
View full detailsSwix Side edge file guide WC Pro
Swix World Cup file holder made entirely of stainless steel. Purchase a file/stone and sharpen the steel edge like a pro. This is how you manuall...
View full detailsSwix Base-Edge File Holder WC
For filing alpine ski and snowboard base edges. World Cup file guide in aluminum for base edges. DETAILS File guide For filing base edges For alp...
View full detailsSaw blade 10cm 10TPI - Panzer
For filing steel edges on skis and snowboards Short armored file that fits perfectly in SWIX file guides with integrated clamp. DETAILS File for ...
View full detailsSwix Sidewall Cutter World Cup
Grind to remove plastic from the sidewalls of alpine skis and snowboards Sidewall grinder that removes plastic from the sidewalls of skis and sno...
View full detailsSwix Compact Edger Kit
Everything you need to maintain steel edges on skis and snowboards. Ergonomic file guide with 80 mmstone. DETAILS 3-in-1 solution for steel edge ...
View full detailsSwix EVO Pro Edge Tuner
Professional edge grinder for alpine skis and snowboards Swix Evo Pro Edge is an electric edge grinder with high precision, developed to restore, m...
View full detailsFile 10cm 10Tpcm - Bastard Coarse
File for skis - Bastard Chrome (Coarse). Made of hard chromed steel. Excellent bite. This is the first coarse file you use to repair damage and se...
View full detailsSwix Side edge file guide WC with clamp
Swix / Skiman World Cup file holder with glide surface in stainless steel. Purchase a file/stone and sharpen the steel edge like a pro. This is h...
View full detailsBag for Swix EVO Pro Edge Tuner
Swix Evo Pro Edge is an electric edge grinder with high precision that is delivered in a box only to keep the price down. Buy this bag so you can ...
View full detailsSwix File Racing Pro WC Bastard
A sharp competition file for preparing base edges. DETAILS Superior for fixing the base edges with high precision. Extremely long durability Good...
View full detailsSwix Multi Edger
Swix Multi Edger Tool Swix Multi Edger är verktyget som klarar allt du behöver för att slipa och vinkla skidkanter. Med samma verktyg kan du ställa...
View full detailsSwix Reservbrynen & Filar - 40 mm
Reservdelar till Swix Pocket Edger – Håll ditt kit i toppskick Förläng livslängden på ditt Swix Pocket Edger Kit med dessa högkvalitativa reservdel...
View full detailsSwix World Cup ceramic edge finisher
Nyhet till säsongen 25/26 ! Swix World Cup Ceramic Edge Finisher Swix World Cup Ceramic Edge Finisher är ett professionellt verktyg för precisionss...
View full detailsSwix Utbytesskär till Sidewall Cutters
Swix Rund reservstål för TA104 och TA101N Runt reservstål av hög kvalitet, kompatibelt med Swix sidokantsverktyg TA104 och TA101N. Perfekt som utby...
View full detailsSwix Tvåsidig brynsten
Dual Sided Pocket Stone Kompakt slipsten med två sidor – en grov och en fin. Den grova sidan används för att ta bort den hårda ytan på stålkanten s...
View full detailsSwix Reservstenar till World Cup ceramic edge finisher
Nyhet till säsongen 25/26 ! Reservstenar till Swix TA800 World Cup Ceramic Edge Finisher Ett set med keramiska reservstenar av hög kvalitet, anpass...
View full detailsSharpening Tools for Skis
Proper sharpening makes all the difference. Sharp steel edges provide grip on hard snow and ice, while a well-maintained base allows skis to glide faster and last longer. With good tools, you can easily maintain both edges and bases at home – saving both time and money.
Dull steel edges can ruin even the best day on the slopes. Be sure to maintain the steel edges with a set of good files, file holders, stones, and aids. We have files and stones for both leisure and competition. An important thing about steel edges is to maintain them continuously so that you always have the same condition on your steel edges, otherwise it becomes difficult to ski. Read our sharpening guide here.
In our waxing shed you will find a lot of information on how to maintain your skis.
Tools for Sharpening and Edge Care
- Files – used to shape and sharpen the steel edges.
- Stones – remove burrs and polish for perfect sharpness.
- Edge Tools – maintain the correct angle and ensure even sharpening.
- Sidewall Cutters – expose the edge for better access.
- Base Edge Tools – adjust the hang on the underside of the ski for a smoother feel in turns.
- Grinding Machines – provide quick and precise sharpening, perfect for clubs and active skiers.
How to Sharpen Your Skis
- Clean the skis thoroughly from dirt and old wax residues.
- Expose the edge with a sidewall cutter to access it properly.
- Shape the angle with a file and edge tool (usually 87–88°).
- Fine-tune with a diamond stone or ceramic stone.
- Protect the base with glide wax after sharpening.
Tips for Best Results
- Keep tools clean – a dirty file results in uneven sharpening.
- Always use light hand pressure, let the tool do the work.
- Regularly check that your edge angles are consistent.
- For race skis: combine manual sharpening with machine for maximum precision.
FAQ – Common Questions About Sharpening & Tools
Do I really need to sharpen my skis?
Yes, worn or rounded edges make the ski difficult to control on hard surfaces. Regular sharpening improves both grip and safety.
What angle should I choose?
88° works for most. Competitive skiers can use 87° for more aggressive grip, but it requires precision.
Can I sharpen myself?
Yes, with simple tools and a little practice, it works excellently. Start with an edge tool and stone – machines are only needed for very advanced sharpening.
How often should I sharpen?
It depends on how much you ski and the hardness of the terrain. For recreational skiers, a few times per season is enough, for competitive skiers before each major training or competition.
What is the difference between a stone and a file?
Files remove material and shape the edge. Stones are used afterward to polish and remove small burrs – the step that makes the edges really sharp.