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Tips for waxing your snowboards at home and the tricks I have learned to make waxing your board a fairly easy.With your iron hot and wax in hand, start dripping wax around the outer edges, this is where your snowboard base will be the driest. Then move across the board in a patter to get an equal amount of wax over the base. Spread the wax across the base with the iron, until the entire base is covered. Keep the iron moving to prevent any part of your snowboards base from getting too hot or burnt. Now that the wax is applied, turn off your iron, and let the wax cool and absorb into the base for a half hour to an hour.

[@SnowboardProCamp]

Arbor Formula is is a great intermediate freeride board. The wax gets absorbed into the base of the board.

[@adamsearlswaterloo]

Hey Kevin!!! Thanks for the tips...as this will be my first year tuning my own board!!!

[@SnowboardProCamp]

Try a snowboard shop or sports store. If not there check online snowboard stores.

[@SnowboardProCamp]

You don't have to wax a new snowboard straight away, but I would after a few days riding. Everyone I know scrapes the wax off (friends, pros, board shops) but you could try not scraping and see what happens.

[@SnowboardProCamp]

That's a good question. My local shop only sells one kind of wax so I haven't tried many brands of wax. Will try and find out though.

[@SnowboardProCamp]

The K2 Satellite is a pretty good board to start with. What length is it? How tall are you?

[@Pezby69]

Thx for the tips on waxing... Im looking forward to another season of good snow here in Japan .. Time to get the car ready,, put roof racks back on car,, wax board and check all gear :) .. Have a great season everyone,, and be safe out there

[@SnowboardProCamp]

Sharper edges are always better for sliding and carving. If you want to do park stuff like boxes and rails, then you want to leave your edges a bit duller.

[@RubensBarrichello.]

I ride backcountry a lot and hit a lot of rocks and tree branches. I've rode 2 days but my board is pretty scrapped up. Should I wax and p-tex it already?

[@outdooramateur9876]

to further polish the board, you can use a nylon brush and run it tip to tail about 30 times. Then use a horse hair brush and go tip to tail 30 times to really polish it. This actually increased the smoothness of my riding a lot.

[@gixxerguy1992]

Whats the difference between the rub on wax and the hot wax? Pro cons, and proper way to use rub on? Thanks!

[@AcialProduction]

Just how important is waxing your snowboard ? Is it necessary or is it optional ? And roughly how much would all waxing equipment cost ?

[@kevinallison438]

How much wax should be scraped off? Do you want to leave a full layer on or should the base be completely smooth after scraping?

[@SnowboardProCamp]

Wax will fill shallow cut and gashes. You should get deep cuts filled with p-tex by your local board shop, or do it yourself.

[@adammessier9097]

I bought a new snowboard last year but haven't used it yet. Should I get it re-waxed this year before my first run?

[@nyelltuchscherer3989]

Hi I have the same iron as you used in your video and was wondering what temperature setting you use to wax your board? How do you know if you have the iron too hot or if your board is getting too hot that it may cause damage? Thanks

[@fartman10284]

The wax package should tell you the approximate melting temperature. If the wax is smoking, it's too hot

[@Metin2SeverTester]

which brush are u using and is there a pro/cons for wax remover and brush? i mean isnt the wax remover when apllied to ur board still on the board when ure putting on ur wax and that would make the new wax go off faster?

[@SnowboardProCamp]

Factory wax gets worn off after a few days of riding. I don't know what temperature it is.

[@imsohung11]

with the burton vise u can scrape with ease cuz they have suction cups on them and a slot so u can tune ur edges so its a perfect helper just need a work bench or table to hold it up so try that also... n a wax and tune starter kit from Dakine or Stix n ur good to go!!!.....

[@littlestCONMAN]

does factory wax last any longer or less long than waxing it yourself would? and whats the temperature of factory wax?

[@PolishDork]

what you would do is use p-tex base repair. If it's small its good to practice on, but a shop will usually do it for $10 or less (which I would recommend if it's pretty severe)

[@ioan-florinlotz6790]

I used a candle and some matches once and it worked quite nicely

[@reytreylon7380]

Good show old boy

[@imsohung11]

Been waxing for a couple of years now n I have always used a normal clothes iron with the holes just dont use it for ur clothes n dont put water in the iron n u should be fine... in most irons its best to set at 3 or 4 on the iron dial.... never burned a board yet lol....they sell burton vises in almost all snowboard shops for like $49 bucks...they work great!

[@SnowboardProCamp]

When you wax your snowboard the wax absorbs into your snowboards base. Then you can scrape off the excess wax so your base is smooth.

[@TheGazkane]

Rub ons like "zardoz notwax"... Are they worth it either on their own or in addition to waxing? Or just a fad/placebo?

[@BIGBREWnick]

The pressure from the binding when its fully torqued in will cause dimples on the bottom of the board when you heat it up with the iron. And I use a cheap $6 clothes iron, but I just use it for waxing lol

[@dylancovert6164]

2 questions. if we only do the bottom do we have to take off the bindings? And will a regular clothes iron work

[@myutubediablo]

How critical to use brushes at the end? Can I just use nonscratch scotch brite pad? If I really need a brush then which brush works better between horse hair or nylon?

[@hazmaman]

how much would the Iron, Wax scraper and brush cost? and is there a downside to buying say, a -10 wax when you're riding in -5?

[@Taperedend]

Cool video, thanks for making it simple to follow!

[@SnowboardProCamp]

You don't have to take the binding off, I just find it easier to wax with them off. You could use a regular iron, but you might wreck it for ironing clothes after.

[@ryanc8313]

SnowboardProCamp could you please do a video on how to sharpen the edges on your snowboard and also I have been snowboarding for 4 years and I am just learning how to jump I'm going to Tahoe Heavenly Mountain this weekend please help thanks

[@BurtonsteezOC]

Go on Amazon and buy the Racewax Brush Kit Set of Three Brass, Nylon, Horse. The brass brush is for cleaning the base and the nylon brush is for structuring the wax. After scraping all of the wax off the base of the snowboard with a plastic scraper you use the nylon brush. Working from tip to tail in a straight line using medium pressure brush the base. After a couple of passes with the nylon brush use the horse hair brush in the same manner.

[@mitchrenwick4878]

What counts as a deep gash. My board has one that is about 2 or 3 mm deep and 3 cm long, that goes right up to the edge. Can I fix that myself, or take it in

[@thomashadizadeh1002]

What chemicals shouldn't i use to prep the board before waxing, something that would cause damage or corrode the plastic composite.

[@szelakpp]

Hi I'm Michael i have maybe stupid question but i heard few different opinion so.. if i Have a new board that mean i have to wax it ? i want to wax it but few friends told me that if i have a new snowboard i don't have to take off wax by scraper, that is true ? or i have to wax my board and next as you shown on your video take it off by scraper ? Please help me, THANKS ! : )

[@LockONPaintball]

Any snowboard shop should have em. Or you could get just a regular iron without those holes but make sure you can adjust the temp.

[@SnowboardProCamp]

I would only use cleaners that are made specifically for snowboards.

[@SnowboardProCamp]

no, the snowboard wax is a special formula. You could use a normal iron but you might not be able to use it on clothes after.

[@SnowboardProCamp]

I keep my iron on a medium heat just to make sure I don't damage my board. The brand of scraper doesn't matter, but I find a bigger scraper is easier to use. Your local snowboard/skate shop should carry one or two different brands of wax. I would go with whatever is cheaper. Waxes get more expensive because they're designed for ski racing. You can use any iron, but it might ruin it for the next time you iron a shirt. Thanks!

[@MsBoltex]

Hi Kevin,I from Poland. My Question is:Old Series K2 Satellite is a good board to tricks,for example frontside and other? Regards :]

[@SAINTVALENTINE-RECORDS]

Hey! Good videos man! i have a question, how much should i sharp the edges? does it have any bad or good effects while sliding? thank you!

[@geneprocopio5]

Excellent info thank you

[@misteralexandre11]

i am buying my first snowboard now and im going to ride in norway! do you think a arbor formula is a good board for me?? if not which would be a good choice? and for what is the wax if you take it off??

[@omgitsjakelang]

The hot iron gets the wax IN the base. Then you scrape off the rest. It seems weird, but after you scrape it all off you can feel with your hand how smooth it is. Especially once you get back on the snow it's like butter.

[@MSK4Blading]

What is the best company or brand for the wax ??

[@mowgli10394]

how often should you wax if you mainly board on a dry slope ?

[@TheUnwiseSpeaker]

so you wax your board to take off all of the wax you just put on? how does this help your board?

[@chivyjai]

hi im from Australia. Can the Wax iron that you were using in the video, be bought on-line? or maybe you can tell me the name of brand? thank you

[@SnowboardProCamp]

Speed is the biggest difference, and being able to ride out switch. Practise them first on a really mellow run.

[@Headshot45ful]

Nice and easy explanation. Thank you!

[@SnowboardProCamp]

no, but if the wax is made for a different temperature than the snow your base could stick to the snow.

[@mitchrenwick4878]

What if there are cuts or gashes in the base of the board, does the wax just fill that?

[@connormedina8341]

Is there a specail temperature for the iron? What is a good brand for buying a scraper and wax? Can I wax my snowboard with any iron? I have a bataleon fun kink (park) board if that makes a difference. Thanks.

[@Lolwutdesu9000]

So I can do standing 180's relatively without much problem, but when I try to do a 180 going downhill I feel as if it's a complete game changer. Are there any differences in the technique?

[@MaddieHaydon]

Your technique works really well

[@jacks4916]

What temperature do you set your iron to? Even though I am using the correct temp for my wax (189*f) it still gets all dry and white by the time I try to spread it on the board with the iron. Any tips or replies would be appreciated.

[@BroMandudeKnar]

im going out to buy brushes. what kinds do u recommend. brass? horse hair? or a nylon brush?

[@RaiUriarte]

Hello, thanks for the videos!, I will try to ollie next week with your indications. I will like to ask you about this video, I just get a new board, and I can not find wax near of me soon enough to apply on it before we go to snow, it is absolutely crucial?, or I can go this time and wax after to the next one?, considering that this is a new snowboard. Thanks and blessings.

[@SnowboardProCamp]

Your snowboards base can dry out over the summer, so its a good idea to wax again.

[@elegantelixirs2980]

Thank you for this!

[@SnowboardProCamp]

That's a good length board for your hight.

[@dalilbaby5706]

Thanks. That was very helpfull. Im going up to the mountains in 1 week.

[@sickmen123]

I don't do rails much, but I do jumps and boxes, how often do I have to wax then?

[@rcassidywork]

Good video but where did you buy that iron?

[@SilverGecko1]

I got my board waxed last year but only got out 3 or 4 times last season. After the board sits for half the year should I get it waxed again for the new season?

[@robertennew]

lf you forget a scraper to take off excess wax before you ride, use your credit card, license, Id or; ironically, your season or employee pass... fitting.

[@jasonsong86]

I thought you are not supposed to tilt your scraper away from the direction you are scraping because that will push the wax out from the base. tilt towards the direction you are scraping is better way to do it.

[@jacksamuelson7085]

i think if you whant your binding not to get messed you can put boxes on ether tail and nose you will no have to take them off and on

[@colton25251]

What temp would u suggest to put the iron on while melting and applying the wax

[@lamdog24]

How should you wax it when you store it over the summer?

[@cuppedwingswaterfowl5692]

I've rode my snowboard 6 times and I've been doing jumps and grinds. Do you suggest me waxing my snowboard

[@SnowboardProCamp]

I havent heard of pre waxing your board before waxing it, but too much wax can't hurt your board.

[@SnowboardProCamp]

Most of the wax gets absorbed into the base, but you're right there will still be a thin layer on the surface.

[@kayleybean2659]

Where can i buy wax and an iron??? And maybe a brush???

[@MasterRen.]

What kind of glove would you recommend when the wax block starts to get small? Seems dangerous at that point to use your bare hand.

[@jakefromstatefarm5004]

Go on amazon, search fireman gloves, or just fire gloves. You can find some that are extremely heat resistant

[@okashipoggi]

Hi! I'm live in Japan, and in my local store they recommend me to base wax the board first, and then waxing it again... It is necessary to pre wax the board as they said??? Thank you!

[@peytonsbrown]

yo! i am huge wakeboarder but i snowboard for vacations. I just got my new snowboard for the season, and i was wondering if the factory wax would be enough for 2 weeks of riding?

[@michaelcorey9619]

A good rule of thumb is every 3-5 ride days. If you don't have the equipment, most resorts and lodges can do a tune up or wax for a modest fee.

[@SnowboardProCamp]

Scotch brite pad would work fine.

[@HaZeillusions]

Why did you take all the wax off the board after applying it?

[@theoneandonly0911]

could i use a normal iron is that a no go

[@Maxwelll_Smart]

Im not exactly sure, but I believe there is still a very thin layer left over after scraping

[@usnightfox]

I've only just started snowboarding a few months ago, the thing that I don't understand is what's the point of waxing the board if you scrape it off straight away, or do you only scrape some of it off?

[@SnowboardProCamp]

You don't need to leave wax on the surface because the wax absorbs into the base of your board.

[@samperkey4044]

Really late and know this comment is old but, waxing your board gets wax in your "cuts" in the bottom so stuff doesnt get in there and expand, which ruins yourboard.

[@AGuyWhoPunkUMama]

+Sam Perkey really late comment but thanks!!!

[@SnowboardProCamp]

Your local skate/snowboard shop should be able to sort you out.

[@MMcCabe96]

how often do you wax your board, after x amount of hours using board or a few times using it?

[@SnowboardProCamp]

It depends on how hard you ride and how well your snowboard holds the wax. After four or five days of riding take a look at your base and see if it needs more wax or not. You can sometime even feel it when you're riding that your snowboard needs wax.

[@ette180]

Why do you remove all wax? Shouldn't you leave a little?

[@MetalheadDetta]

why do you remove the wax after applying? don't you want to keep the wax on? the more wax the slippery your board will feel right?

[@TheMatthewMacShow]

Can you do a video on de-tuning your edges?

[@robertennew]

I pre-wax (rub in dry wax) over my board 1st as a precaution, so less likely I'll damage my board if I miss a spot with the hot wax, when running the iron over it. Technique I usually apply when hot waxing is 'tap-&-go'. Tap the stick of wax to the hot iron, then rub the wax into the board surface section by section; It's a little more effort/time taken but just as fast if you have good technique. It's a little more frugal/less wastage then dripping hot wax, guaranteed to cover your board, & no damage from hot spots when you run over it with the iron. I leave my board with the wax on overnight & allow it to completely cool down; so the pores of the board that are opened from the hot wax iron, can absorb as much into the base as possible; locking it in as the pores are closeing after the board cools down. * Petex unfortunately doesn't absorb wax or designed to be porous. If it did, it wouldn't be a good filler for dings & scratchs etc. it would just fall out from the expansion & contraction process from the hot iron. Cheers, happy shredding :-)

[@romanbriley2740]

Do you use special wax and if so where do you get it?

[@SnowboardProCamp]

I'm not sure, never been on a dry slope.

[@nuggetopotato]

Where would I get the supplies to do all of this

[@yapkuten9377]

Should i wax as a first-timer?

[@SnowboardProCamp]

A new snowboard will come with wax already on it so you can ride it a few times before having to wax it again. Good luck with your ollies!

[@SnowboardProCamp]

Waxing isn't crucial for riding park, but if your riding regularly you could wax you board once a month.

[@jordanstrecker2589]

is it important or necessary to scrape and brush excess wax from nose to tip?

[@SnowboardProCamp]

It's not that important unless you're doing allot of nose and tail presses.

[@zackb6100]

why do you take the wax off after u just waxed it

[@Berninman]

at what temp. should the wax iron be at?

[@peterbelansky9591]

Kevin, is it bad if I have on my snowboard a little like already ridden wax? (On my board there is not like old wax but it isnt in the newest condition when I bought the board) Is something going to happen to my board? Like breaking or getting a hole in it. Please answer I need it really fast because I am going to the mountain in about 2 days. So basically is it bad when I dont wax?

[@blakezonca9865]

No, you're all right. The worst thing that could happen is that you go very slow, but that is only with no wax at all.

[@peterbelansky9591]

Ok thanks so much ;)

[@trickryder04]

What if you leave the wax on and don't scrape it off?