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Grip wax provides traction in classic cross-country skiing. Choose wax according to temperature and snow type, apply several thin layers, and cork out for an even and durable grip.
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Start Base Fertilizer standard
The base waxes give the waxing improved durability. Start by roughening the ski's surface. Sandpaper with a grit of 100 is recommended. Then apply...
View full detailsStart Fästvalla Blue -2 / -6
Start Grip Wax Blue -2 / -6. For cold snow. Old snow is more aggressive and abrasive than new snow and requires waxes with better durability. On t...
View full detailsStart Basecoat Spray
Base klister in spray form. (Also available in tube form which can last longer but is harder to apply) Cover the glide areas on the skis and spray ...
View full detailsStart Fästvalla Violet +1 / -3
Start Fästvalla Purple+1 / -3 For snow temperature around zero. This one is quite unique as it covers the entire range from +1 down to -4 degrees....
View full detailsStart Tjärfästvalla Violet +2 / -2
START TAR ZERO PURPLE +2 / -2 Starts tar wax for new snow conditions. Suitable for recreational skiers in all snow conditions. For fine-grained ne...
View full detailsStart Fästvalla Green -5 / -10
Start Grip Wax Green -5 / -10 Old snow is more aggressive and abrasive than new snow and requires waxes with better durability. On the other hand,...
View full detailsStart Base Coat Extra
The base waxes enhance the durability of the waxing. Start by roughening the ski's surface. Sandpaper with a grit of 100 is recommended. Then appl...
View full detailsStart Baseboards
Base klisters. (Also available in a simpler spray form that is easier to apply) Apply a very, very thin layer and heat it in with a waxing iron. Th...
View full detailsSTART UNIVERSAL PLUS KLISTER +10 / +1
Start universal Plus Klister – for wet snow and also works well to mix with other waxes +10°C…+1°C. When waxing with klister, always start with ...
View full detailsSTART BLUE ADHESIVE -4 / -15
Start Blue Klister – Icy tracks -4 …-15°C. Can be used alone or as a mixing klister in Start Wide klister. START'S DIFFERENT KLISTER:• Start Red ...
View full detailsStart Tjärfästvalla Green -7 / -12
START TAR TEN GREEN -7 / -12 Starts Tar Waxes for new snow conditions. Suitable for recreational skiers in all snow conditions. For fine-grained ...
View full detailsStart Tar Festival Field Blue -2 / -7
START TAR FIVE BLUE -2 / -7 Starts Tar Waxes for new snow conditions. Suitable for recreational skiers in all snow conditions. For fine-grained ne...
View full detailsSTART SPECIAL STICKER +2 / -2
Start Special Klister – for zero conditions +2…-2°C. When waxing with klister, you always start with a base klister at the bottom. Then you apply a...
View full detailsStart Tjärfästvalla Red 0 / -3
START TAR TWO RED 0 / -3 Starts Tjärvallor for new snow conditions. Suitable for recreational skiers in all snow conditions. For fine-grained new ...
View full detailsStart Fästvalla Yellow +3 / +1
Start Fästvalla Yellow+3 / +1 For older coarse snow. Old coarse snow is more aggressive and abrasive than new snow and requires waxes with better ...
View full detailsSTART RED STICKER +2 / -2
Start Red Klister – for wet snow Used as a mixing klister in Start Wide klister. START'S DIFFERENT KLISTER:• Start Red Klister – for wet snow. ...
View full detailsSTART PURPLE KLISTER 0 / -5
Start Violet Klister – for moist, coarse-grained and icy tracks Used as a mixing klister in Start Wide klister. START'S DIFFERENT KLISTER:• Star...
View full detailsHow Grip Wax Works
Grip wax is applied in the grip zone to provide traction in the kick without hindering glide. The right wax and correct application make skiing both efficient and gentle, whether it's crisp cold conditions or milder spring snow.
Types of Grip Wax
- Can Wax - for cold and dry conditions. Available in different hardness levels and temperature ranges.
- Klister - for wetter, coarser, or icy tracks. Provides strong grip when can wax is not enough.
- Base Wax - a thin base that allows subsequent layers to adhere and last longer.
How to Choose Grip Wax
- Cold and dry: harder can wax (blue-purple spectrum).
- Zero degrees and humid: softer can or klister.
- Changing conditions: base wax + several thin can layers.
How to Apply
- Clean the grip zone and lightly roughen with sandpaper.
- Apply several thin layers of wax. Cork or heat each layer evenly.
- Let cool between layers and finish with a thin top layer for durability.
Follow the temperature recommendation on the can, and it usually works well. If snow sticks under the ski, you've chosen too warm a wax. If there's poor grip, you've waxed with too cold a wax or too few layers. Always apply several thin layers and cork them out properly. A ski is made for 4 to 7 thin layers of grip wax, and each layer must be corked out with synthetic cork.
Quick Guide
- Can: thin base wax - 3 to 5 thin working layers - cork between each.
- Klister: shorter zone, thin zigzag - smooth out - let set.
- Durability: better to have more very thin layers than one thick.
Common Mistakes
- Too thick a layer - the ski becomes sluggish and uneven.
- Wrong temperature range - slipping or snow sticking.
- Skipped base or roughening - poorer adhesion and shorter durability.
FAQ - Common Questions About Grip Wax
How many layers should I apply?
4 to 7 very thin layers. Cork out each layer with synthetic cork.
When should I use klister?
In wet, coarse-grained, or icy tracks and around zero degrees when can wax is not enough.
Do I always need base wax?
Not always, but in cold, icy, or high wear conditions, the grip holds much better with a thin base.
Snow sticks under the ski - what do I do?
Switch to colder wax or cover a thin klister with can wax to reduce icing.