How to maintain your snowboard?

Getting your fill of thrills on the slopes is one thing, but for each outing to keep its promises, it is important to take good care of your snowboard. Here are the good reflexes to have.

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Waxing, an essential part of snowboard maintenance

When you buy or rent a snowboard, it is already waxed. However, in order for your riding conditions to remain optimal, it is important to maintain your snowboard by waxing it regularly. We generally recommend a waxing every 10 rides. Depending on the snow conditions and the terrain you will face, you will be able to wax your snowboard more often and choose a wax specially designed for the temperature of the snow during your next outing.

Waxing is a delicate operation that you can very easily entrust to a professional. But if you want to get started, then you will need to equip yourself with sole cleaner, a waxing iron, wax, a scraper, a bronze brush and a nylon brush. And, of course, you will also need a little practice!

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Don't forget to sharpen the edges

When it comes to snowboard maintenance, waxing is on everyone's mind, but edges are often overlooked. However, they also have a major role in your glide and your turn initiation since they provide good grip. It is therefore important to carry out proper snowboard sharpening at least at the start of each season.

But since you never know when you are going to encounter a badly placed stone on the track or in powder, it is best to regularly check your edges to sharpen them before they become too damaged. Remember, that each snowboard sharpening will make the edges lose material, so only do this when necessary.

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What to do if there are scratches or holes?

Sometimes the sole of a snowboard is scratched or has a hole in it. If the damage is too deep, you will unfortunately have to change the board. But if the damage is only superficial, you can perform an overmolding. For best results, it is advisable to entrust this operation to a professional.

After removing the residue of wax, the pro will place your snowboard in a machine which will uniformly deposit a material similar to your sole, while heating it to very high temperature to ensure perfect adhesion to the snowboard. Once the excess has been removed from the edges, sanding down the excess several times will restore your sole to its original thickness and, of course, remove all traces of wear & tear.

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Store your snowboard well for a good glide

It is rare to be able to hit the slopes all year round, which is why one of the essential steps in maintaining your snowboard is to store it in optimal conditions.

During ski season:

• During your lunch break, avoid leaving your snowboard in direct sunlight.
• The sole of your snowboard is very fragile, so never let it rest on gravel or a wall with rough edges.
• Dry your edges every time you come back from an outing.
• Clear the sole and bindings from accumulated snow.

Off-season:

• When the season is over, take the time to apply a layer of wax that you won't scrape off. This will act as a protective layer for your sole. You can also go to a workshop for the maintenance of your snowboard.
• Store your snowboard in a bag and in a dry, warm room to prevent your board from being damaged by humidity or temperature variations.

To ensure a smooth glide in every season, it is important to take good care of your snowboard. Waxing, sharpening, overmolding, and proper storage are essential for a board to perform at peak performance, so don't forget them!