We usually ski for purely fun. However, professional athletes know that properly prepared skis can bring not only the joy of gliding, but also a medal of high dignity. So how do you treat your skis before a race?
It is necessary
Ski wax or wax, rub stopper, sheet of paper
Instructions
Step 1
There are different types of waxes and waxes to provide skis with good glide. Lubrication guarantees a faster and safer ride and, moreover, protects the surface of the equipment from damage.
Step 2
It is recommended to use protective covers and for storing skis when we are not using them. When removing skis at the beginning of the summer season, it is recommended to clean them of dirt and grease them carefully.
Step 3
Ointments don't just provide better ski glide. They guarantee a higher skiing technique. Sliding control increases and the risk of injury is reduced.
Step 4
Skis intended for running should be prepared to enhance glide. If you intend to move in a classic style, you should take care of applying additional coating to ensure that the skis are held, so that they do not slip back when pushing off.
Step 5
The level of difficulty in preparing skis largely depends on which category you belong to: amateurs, experts or athletes. An amateur usually enjoys walking in the winter forest once or twice a month. The expert skier devotes more time to sports and goes on the piste two or three times a week.
Step 6
A true athlete skis several times a week and aims to achieve high sports results. For the athlete, preparing the equipment and taking proper care of the skis become factors that determine success.
Step 7
To prepare your skis to improve glide, you will need a suitable lubricant. Turn the ski over with the sliding surface up. Apply a thin layer of grease to it. It is recommended to rub the ointment with a special foam plate. Movement should be directed along the surface of the ski, from the tip to the back.
Step 8
If you intend to make a very long skiing trip, you should apply two to three thin coats of lubricant, rubbing them in succession. Perform the same operation with the second ski.
Step 9
The expert skier knows that classic and free skiing styles are possible. Using the classic style requires special preparation of the ski surface for holding. Here you can not do without the appropriate ointments that eliminate "recoil".
Step 10
To prevent kickback, you should first define a pad on the sliding surface, called a “block”. Place your skis on a flat floor and stand on them. Your assistant should slide a piece of paper under the skis and guide it back and forth. The gap between the places of "stopping" of the sheet in front and behind will be the same support platform. This pad should only be handled with a holding ointment.
Step 11
It is recommended to stick on the lines, limiting the "block", tape or adhesive tape. This will make the application of the lubricant more convenient. An ointment corresponding to a higher temperature is applied to the space limited in this way. Rub the ointment thoroughly. It is advisable to apply successively two or three thin layers instead of one thick one. Remove the tape, you will no longer need it.
Step 12
If the lubricant was applied indoors, then before going on the track, it is necessary to cool the skis in the air, without placing them on the snow with a sliding surface. Otherwise, there is a risk of snow adhering to the lubricated surfaces.
