Whether you’re a serious skier or a casual winter sports enthusiast, keeping your skis in top condition is a must. One of the most important things you can do to enhance your experience on the slopes is to keep your skis waxed. There is no such thing as waxing your skis too much, or too often. However, all the wax in the world won’t make much difference if your bases are gouged and your edges are dull. To get the best performance out of your ski, drop them off at a ski shop in Westport for professional tuning and waxing. Here are a few reasons why.

Skis Dry Out
If you didn’t put storage wax on your skis at the end of last season, the bases have probably dried out by now. How do you know if your skies have dried out? Besides dragging down the mountain, look for bases that are discolored, white, or chalky looking. Dried out skis will run poorly, so bring them in for a hot scrape and wax to get your season started off right.

Edges Can Rust
Wax keeps your skis moist, but they also protect the edges from moisture. Excess moisture can cause the edges to rust, which can cause all sorts of performance and ride problems on the slopes. Rusty edges are also more prone to ding and chip, which can cause your skis to catch awkwardly or skid unexpectedly. Keep your skis well waxed so you’ll always be ready to speed down the mountain.

Waxed Skis are More Fun
More than anything, well-tuned and properly waxed skis are just more fun! Wax makes your skis hydrophobic, or water resistant. The more hydrophobic your skis, the faster they will be down the slopes. Keeping your skis waxed will also make them easier to make smoother turns.