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Vola Klister Liquide 0° 75ml Overview
  • Recommended price

    £34.71

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    £24.27

Vola Zéro degré LF wax is designed for 0°c snow. It is applied directly to the holding area with 120-grit sandpaper.

Vola Wax Cleaner Standard 125ml Spray Overview Vola Wax Cleaner Standard 125ml Spray Detail
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    £12.96

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    £9.05

Vola Liquid Wax Remover 125 Ml helps remove the layer of wax to be redone for optimal care of the soles of your skis.

Vola Maintenance Fart Universel Spray 250ml LF Overview
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    £13.83

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    £13.14

With a quarter of a liter of capacity, the Vola Liquid Defoamer 250 Ml contains enough defoamer to maintain the soles of your skis during the whole season.

Vola Défarteur 200g
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    £20.79

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    £17.31

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Vola Standard 1L Vola Standard 1L
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    £24.80

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    £23.93

Vola's 1L Alpin Liquid Rust Remover is a high-performance cleaner for maintaining the bases of skis and snowboards.

Swix Wax Cleaner Glide Wax Cleaner 70ml Overview Swix Wax Cleaner Glide Wax Cleaner 70ml Beneath Sale
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    £17.31

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    £8.61
Vola Cork Liège Overview Vola Cork Liège Side
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    £4.35

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    £3.74

Vola Liège Nordique Retention Wax is a product that optimizes glide and speed on the slopes, ideal for use on Nordic baby carriages and baby carriages.

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Start Base Klister Overview
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    £10.35

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    £9.83

Klister Start Base offers retaining wax better abrasion resistance. Can be applied like a klister under a tube or pusher wax, depending on conditions.

Vola Hard Wax Base Verte P43 Overview Vola Hard Wax Base Verte P43 Detail
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    £5.22

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    £3.65

Vola Base Verte P43 is a high-performance holding wax for fresh and cold snow, optimizing skis' grip.

Start Base Wax Overview
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    £6.87

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    £6.53

Start Base Wax pusher gives retaining wax greater durability. It improves wax resistance on fresh, low-moisture snow.

Start Base Wax Extra Overview
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    £6.87

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    £6.53

Start Base Wax Extra is the first layer of your retaining waxes. It provides better wax resistance on abrasive or coarse-grained snow.

Start Black Magic Klister Overview
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    £16.44

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    £15.57
Rode Chola Grund K90 Overview
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    £8.61

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    £8.18

Klister Rode Chola Grund is a base that acts as a binder for the klisters added on top. It can be very useful on very aggressive snow that wears out the wax.

Start Brosse Rotative Liège 110mm Overview Start Brosse Rotative Liège 110mm Side
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    £32.97

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    £31.32
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Swix Wax Cleaner Easy Glide Kit Overview Swix Wax Cleaner Easy Glide Kit Detail
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    £21.66

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    £15.22

The Swix Easy Glide Kit is a maintenance kit for cross-country skis, offering exceptional glide, icing prevention and adaptability to all temperatures, with simplified application.

Start FHF20 Fluor Yellow Overview Sale
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    £18.18

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    £12.18

The Start FHF20 Fluor Yellow stroller is a catching wax for fluorinated competition for fresh snow between +1 and +3°C with humidity above 75%.

Start FHF40 Fluor Purple Overview Sale
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    £18.18

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    £12.18
Start FHF60 Fluor Red Overview Sale
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    £18.18

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    £12.18

The restraining wax Start FHF60 FLuor Red is a competition stroller for fresh snow between -5 and -1°C. Ultra-fluorinated, it optimizes gliding phases.

Start FHF80 Fluor Blue Overview Sale
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    £19.92

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    £13.92
Swix K21S Universel Silver 55g Overview Swix K21S Universel Silver 55g Side
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    £12.09

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    £8.44
Swix KX20 Base Vert 55g Overview Swix KX20 Base Vert 55g Side
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    £12.96

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    £9.05
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What is Grip Wax of Kick Wax?

Grip wax is different from glide wax, as its purpose is not to help skis glide but to ensure they grip when skiers apply their weight to one ski. Grip waxes are sticky, and several types are available. Grip waxing is exclusively for classic cross-country skis without scales, skins, or micropores.

Does Grip Wax Need to Be Applied Before Every Outing?

Yes, because unlike glide wax (which we also recommend applying before or after each outing), grip wax is essential for ensuring classic skis grip. Its temperature range is very narrow, and attention must also be paid to snow grain. Grip waxing requires a learning curve, but when done correctly, it provides fantastic results, proving that you can glide effectively with classic cross-country skis.

Are There Different Types of Grip Waxes?

Yes, there are two main types of grip waxes: kick wax and klister. These are designed for very different conditions, and grip wax ranges are typically even more extensive than glide wax ranges.

  • Kick Wax: This is for soft, untransformed snow (meaning snow that hasn’t melted and refrozen above 0°C). Kick wax is used on fresh, light, and crystalline snow. There are different ranges of kick wax, including competition-grade options with additives like fluorine, zinc, or ceramics. Kick wax comes in small sticks applied directly to the grip zone.
  • Klister Wax: This is for transformed snow that has melted and refrozen. Like kick wax, klister wax is available in many versions, but it’s specifically for transformed, moisture-laden snow. There are also competition-grade klisters.

Is the Application Method the Same for Both Types?

No, the application methods for these two waxes are entirely different.

  • Kick Wax: Apply the stick directly to the grip zone and smooth it with a natural or synthetic cork. It’s recommended to apply a cold base layer, smooth it, and then add one or two layers of wax appropriate for the snow temperature.
  • Klister Wax: This wax comes in a tube and must be applied in a herringbone pattern on the ski’s grip zone before smoothing it out. For a long-lasting wax job, apply a cold base layer and top it with one or two layers of wax at the correct temperature. Smoothing can be done by hand or with heated brushes for easier application.

Here’s a tip for beginners: Klister wax is extremely sticky, and it’s common to get it on your hands. Every skier who uses grip wax should keep a tube of Nivea cream in their waxing kit; otherwise, you might find your glove linings stuck to your hands at the end of your session.

Grip waxing isn’t particularly easy to learn, but it offers unparalleled gliding enjoyment compared to scales or skins. If you need additional information about classic waxing, don’t hesitate to consult our experts, who can provide the best advice on products, application methods, and usage tips.