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Pepsi Challenge & Eric Judeen Wax Recommendations
We have been busy testing the new fluor free waxes this early winter, if you are looking for a recommendation for this weekend’s races, see below. We have tested waxes from Swix, Rex, Vauhti, Rode, and Start, among others, below are some recommendations that will make your skis fast in...
American Birkebeiner 2023 Wax Recommendations
Race Type: Birkie Skate & Classic (Early Waves) Date: Saturday Feb, 25th 2023 Swix Nordic Race Director: Evan Pengelly SNOW & WEATHER CONDITIONS TEMP: Overnight low 3 F/ 8 F at 8:00AM SNOW TYPE: New Dry Snow HUMIDITY: Low Humidity with dryer snow as a result of the strong...
Korteloppet 2023 Wax Recommendations
Race Type: Korteloppet Skate & Classic Date: Friday Feb, 24th 2023 Swix Nordic Race Director: Evan Pengelly Economy: BASE: Polar or Performance Speed 5 A hard base wax for marathon distance Iron in at 150C iron temp Allow to cool 15 minutes Clear groove with groove pen Scrape base...
5 Tips for the Best Birkie Ever
Happy Birkie week everyone! I hope you’re all taking your medicine to treat your Birkie Fever; my medicine has been enjoying some skiing at home in Minnesota and spending time with friends and family after being on the road for four months. I had a last minute change of plans...
Pre-Birkie, Mora Vasaloppet, & North End Classic Wax Recommendations
We have been busy testing the new fluor free waxes this early winter, if you are looking for a recommendation for this weekend’s races, see below. We have tested waxes from Swix, Rex, Vauhti, Rode, and Start, among others, below are some recommendations that will make your skis fast in...
City of Lakes Loppet & Wolf Tracks Rendezvous Wax Recommendations
We have been busy testing the new fluor free waxes this early winter, if you are looking for a recommendation for this weekend’s races, see below. We have tested waxes from Swix, Rex, Vauhti, Rode, and Start, among others, below are some recommendations that will make your skis fast in...
Ski de She & Noque Wax Recommendation
We have been busy testing the new fluor free waxes this early winter, if you are looking for a recommendation for this weekend’s races, see below. We have tested waxes from Swix, Rex, Vauhti, Rode, and Start, among others, below are some recommendations that will make your skis fast in...
Birkie Tour & Coleraine JNQ Wax Recommendation
We have been busy testing the new fluor free waxes this early winter, if you are looking for a recommendation for this weekend’s races, see below. We have tested waxes from Swix, Rex, Vauhti, Rode, and Start, among others, below are some recommendations that will make your skis fast in...
