Edging is the side surface of a ski or snowboard, which is responsible for the stability and maneuverability of a skier or snowboarder. And, despite the fact that the metal is harder than snow, the edges are still dull from friction, and from irregularities, and from small stones and ice when skating.
It is necessary
canto cutter or simple files with a different number of teeth (preferably 25-30), a block for the point of knives, a vice, a marker, a soft cloth, newspapers
Instructions
Step 1
Edges must be sharpened regularly. This can be done in special workshops, but you can sharpen them yourself.
The ski has two edges, which consist of side and base edges. Hold a dry ski in a vise, spread newspaper on the floor, take a rectangular sharpening block and use it to trim the edge of the base sliding surface with it to remove rough edges and remove roughness.
Step 2
Mark the edging with a marker along which you will process it. Set the file flat in relation to the sliding surface of the ski and at 45 ° to the direction of ski travel. Carefully file the file from toe to heel as the snow slides, the marker line should be completely ground off. Sand the finished edging with fine sandpaper.
Step 3
Flip the ski sideways and clamp it back in a vise. Do all the above operations with the side edge of the piping. In this case, the file should be at an angle of 90 ° to the opposite edge.
Step 4
Flip the ski over and sharpen the piping on the other side. When you are finished sharpening, wipe the edges with a soft, dry cloth to prevent chips from being pressed into the base sliding surface of the ski.
Step 5
Finally, blunt with a sharpening bar 10 cm of the edge from the edge of the heel of the ski and from its toe. This will help to avoid bumpiness when riding and strong gnawing into the snow.
Step 6
Experienced skiers or snowboarders sharpen the edges "for themselves", determining the optimal sharpening angles. For amateur skating and beginners, the described method is the simplest and most often used. It is necessary to sharpen skis several times per season, depending on the condition of the edge.
