Ski maintenance

Looking after your skis is important for the best possible skiing and to reduce the risk of damage or scratches to the base. Today's skis, especially carving/on-piste skis, are designed to be skied on edge, so it's important that this type of ski has sharp edges. Below are a few points to keep in mind so you can take the best possible care of your skis.

After every day on the slopes:

• Wipe your skis dry.

After a few days/a week of skiing:

• Wax your skis.
• Check your edges and sharpen any dull ones.

At the end of the season:

• Clean the tops and bases of your skis thoroughly.
• Apply a layer of storage wax at the end of the season and scrape it off when it's time to bring the skis out again, to keep the bases from drying out.
• Clean your bindings and lubricate their moving parts, such as the springs.
• Store your skis lying flat, ideally in a protective ski bag.
• Make sure your skis are dry before you store them.

Ski maintenance before the season starts:

• Go over your skis and check for scratches or similar damage.
• Check that the edges are sharp.
• Consider taking your skis in for a ski service so they're in top condition and you can enjoy your skiing.

Of course, we offer ski servicing in our shop at Isaberg. We accept all skis and snowboards, even if they weren't bought from us.