Swix Pro HS5 Turquoise -10 / -18 180g

• For alpine skiing, snowboarding, and cross-country skiing
• Excellent dry friction properties
• Replaces LF5X.
• For training and competition

HS5 is the hardest glide wax in the High Speed series. High Speed (HS) is specially developed for younger competitive skiers and ambitious recreational skiers. All waxes in the series have high performance and good durability. This makes them a cost-effective option for both competition and training.

HS5 is an excellent choice for cold conditions thanks to superior durability and dry friction properties. An excellent choice for alpine skiing, snowboarding, and cross-country skiing. Although this is a wax for cold conditions, its melting point makes it easier to apply than many similar waxes in this area, without compromising glide properties. For new snow, transformed snow, and artificial snow.

How to apply HS5: The application with a waxing iron on a skate or alpine ski should take about 8–10 seconds. The wax can be reheated after cooling to room temperature (10 minutes) for better durability. Scrape with a plexi scraper after about one minute. It is important to have a good waxing iron for the wax to melt effectively. HS5 can be used as a competition wax on its own or as a base wax for other competition products. Recommended temperature for the waxing iron: 160 °C.

Through this link, you can find all waxes in the Swix HS series