Should you wax the bottom of a skim board?
Nah, you don’t need it. There is a company called eel snot that sells hydrophobic wax for the bottom of your board that some people use. I tried it, it was okay but when dropping onto pretty dry sand it stuck especially hard. Surf Wax. Surf Wax is a 100% natural surf wax that’s been applied to surfboards since 1970. In recent years has found favour with skimboarders.In conclusion. RSPro HexaTraction and Cork Traction are the best surf grip alternatives to wax.Most surfaces are smooth and must be made ‘grippy’ with wax. So there’s no chance of slipping if a foot lands on a smooth part of your Skimboard, and EVA coated boards can be made extra-grippy with some wax.
Should I wax the bottom of my skim board?
In simple words, wax helps you get a perfect grip and create a good surface. Even though a traction pad helps with the same, applying wax could make skimming even better. Waxing the high end zap skimboard also offers a smooth and better slide and prevents your feet from slipping off by making it sticky. Skiiers and snowboarders use wax on the bottom of their skis/boards to increase speed and ensure smoother turns. Skateboarders use wax for smoother ‘grinding’ tricks along rails, curbs and steps. Surfers and some sup boarders use wax to prevent slippage off the board, which is why skimboarders use wax as well.So, can you just apply any wax (like candle wax) on your board? No, you can’t, and you shouldn’t. Other waxes can damage your board – without providing any grip, that is!
What if I don’t wax my board?
If you don’t wax your snowboard regularly, the base of the board can become dry and damaged, reducing its glide and overall performance. Without waxing the board, there is no real traction, and performance will suffer greatly. On an unwaxed fiberglass board, studies have shown that a surfer’s ability to maintain balance decreases by 50%, especially during specific maneuvers like turning or pumping to generate speed.
How to tell if a board needs waxing?
You can tell when your snowboard needs a wax by how it feels. If you’re used to ripping but start slowing down while your crew flies past you, it’s probably time for a fresh wax. You’ll also feel sluggish transitioning from edge to edge. Alternatively, flip your board over and look at the base. To keep your base fast and fresh, we recommend that you wax at the beginning and end of the season and after every 3-5 days of riding. Not only does waxing increase speed, but it also strengthens the base of the snowboard to protect against rocks, stumps, and other types of snow sharks you may encounter.If the base of your snowboard begins to take on a cloudy appearance, especially around the nose and tail contact points, or along the edges, it’s probably time to pull out the waxing kit and get to work.