Wax Academy Interesting facts about ski wax and ski preparation

Know-How — 07 Nov 2024

Brushes for ski preparation

At first sight the different ski brushes often look similar. However, each brush, whether made of nylon, horsehair or copper, has its own function and is indispensable for a specific preparation step.

Know-How — 29 Jan 2024

Effective tips for edge preparation

Frustrated by blurred edges and inadequate performance on the slopes? Year after year many people are faced with the problem that their skis are not optimally prepared. From edge preparation to deburring and polishing, we'll show you how to get your edges in shape quickly and easily.

Know-How — 11 Jan 2024

Simply always fast - Liquid Paraffin Skiwax

Liquid ski wax for all performance requirements. Easy and quick to apply, whether as a finish or after basic preparation - for even better and more elegant gliding. The liquid kerosene waxes have it all and are really for everyone. Whether racers, ambitious skiers or for weekend ski adventures.

Know-How — 04 Dec 2023

3 Tips for Effective Fluor Cleaning

The art of getting racing skis to top speed is a science in itself. But since this season, both the FIS and the IBU have imposed a strict ban on fluoride wax. This rule change has regulatory implications, which is why the correct cleaning and preparation of skis is a top priority.

Stories — 07 Feb 2023

The power of structure – the simple tool for best glide

The Structure Tool makes it even easier for you to glide better. In combination with the fluorine-free waxes from Toko you enjoy the best performance, because the base structure is often underestimated - and it makes you really fast. The best thing about it - it's easy - at home.

Know-How — 22 Dec 2022

How ski wax makes your skis glide optimally

You glide easily and effortlessly along in snowy landscape on a perfectly groomed slope or trail - the dream of every cross-country skier and skier. Whether you like to run at high speed or glide along comfortably, with well-maintained and waxed skis you spend beautiful hours on the trail or slope.

Know-How — 21 Dec 2022

Skiwax without fluorine - what you should know about it

For some time now, the topic of fluorine in ski waxes has been present again and again. Especially in the racing scene it is the trigger of many discussions, since FIS and IBU want to ban ski waxes with fluorine, but the fluorine ban has been postponed for the repeated time.

Know-How — 06 Dec 2022

The Power of Wax - Ski care

Do your skis have slight rust spots on the edges or a white sheen on the base? Then it's high time to take care of them properly. Here we would like to explain why it is important to wax your skis and protect the edges.