Fluorinated glide wax is being banned from elite competitions, and big brands like Swix say they’re searching for environmentally friendly alternatives. But the seductively speedy—and ...

A key source of speed is gone, as concerns over toxic “forever chemicals” reshape Olympic skiing and the science behind winning on snow.

With so much concern about the environment and personal health up here in Summit, why do we keep using PFC-based ski waxes? I think about the huge amounts that end up in our water supply come the ...

Keeping a fresh layer of wax on your skis is important, and not just so you can go barreling down the mountain like a downhill racer. True, a good coating of wax on your ski bases reduces friction, ...

Thankfully, with a handful of simple steps, virtually anyone can wax their setup, saving time and money. A well-executed hot wax will reduce friction, keeping you sliding as fast as you dare, and it ...

in Jackson, N.H. It's not that I'm an X-C snob and can't be satisfied with anything less that the Mecca of cross country skiing located in northern New Hampshire. On the contrary, I'm a novice in the ...

If you’ve ever lost speed on a long traverse or had to unstrap your bindings on a flat cat track, you know how important it is to have a freshly waxed snowboard. Keeping your board regularly waxed ...

The first snows of winter have fallen on the mountain West, a sure signal that it’s the time to pull our skis out of storage and prep them for the season. Below is my step-by-step plan for doing your ...