The days are getting shorter, temperatures are dropping – winter is just around the corner. For ski touring enthusiasts, now is the perfect time to get your gear ready. With these four tips, you’ll be fully prepared when the snow falls:
1. Clean and Wax Your Skis
Before the first outing, your skis deserve thorough care. Remove dust, dirt, and old wax from the bases. Then, apply a suitable ski wax evenly. Tip: Excess wax must be carefully brushed out to avoid affecting the adhesive surface of your climbing skins.
2. Check the Adhesive
The grip of your climbing skins is essential. Carefully inspect the adhesive surfaces. Hotmelt skins can be repaired with special adhesive or transfer tabs if needed. For hybrid skins, a hybrid cleaning spray is recommended. This ensures your skins stick perfectly.
3. Refresh the Waterproofing
Nothing is more frustrating than sticky skins slowing you down on a tour. Renew the base waterproofing of your skins to prevent this. A high-quality waterproofing spray protects your skins from moisture and improves glide, letting you focus fully on the ascent.
4. Inspect Bindings and Attachments
Finally, check bindings, buckles, rivets, and all attachments on your skis and skins. Loose connections can quickly become dangerous on the trail. Tighten screws and rivets and replace any damaged parts. Careful inspection ensures safety on tour.
With these steps, your ski touring gear will be in top shape. A little preparation in autumn pays off when you glide effortlessly through the winter landscape.
So: Get your gear ready – winter is coming!