Even if you do no other ski maintenance yourself, you should learn how to wax your own skis. It’s easy, you’re unlikely to screw it up, and it’s way more cost-effective than taking skis to a shop ...

If sliding on snow is your winter pastime, you’ve almost certainly carved a few turns by now, whether up in the Cascades or on the nearest hilly street thanks to our late December blast that turned ...

Which ski waxes are best? Similar to goggles or gloves, ski wax is another accessory that is commonly overlooked until it’s too late. However, it’s an essential product if you want to maximize your ...

The depths of winter are all about enjoying deep powder days, crisp temps and cozy après sessions by a warm fireplace. Don’t get me wrong, I love mid-winter skiing more than anything, and most years, ...

On a slushy, warm day in February, Eric Straubhar buffed the wax on a child’s ski. Straubhar manages the rental shop at Bogus Basin, a ski resort outside Boise, Idaho. He said it had been a few years ...