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Vola Universal 200g Orange
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    £12.61

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    £9.14
Vola Waxing Universal 30g Orange Overview
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    £1.65

    -31%

    £1.13
Vola Waxing Universal 500g Orange Overview Vola Waxing Universal 500g Orange Side
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    £19.05

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    £17.31
Vola Waxing MX 901 Base Training 200g Overview
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    £19.92

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    £13.83
Vola Waxing Universal 60ml Quick Boost Overview Vola Waxing Universal 60ml Quick Boost Side
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    £9.14

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    £6.35

The Vola Universal 60 ml Quick Boost is an easy-to-use universal wax, ideal for quickly waxing your skis and designed for use in a fairly wide range of temperatures.

Vola Waxing E-wax Biologique 200g Overview
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    £15.57

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    £10.88

Sustainably made, the Vola E-wax Biologique 200 g wax block allows to wax your ski or snowboard base.  

Vola Waxing Universal 80g Orange Overview
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    £9.48

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    £6.70
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Vola Waxing MX-E no Fluor 500g Rouge Overview Vola Waxing MX-E no Fluor 500g Rouge Detail
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    £22.53

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    £17.31

Vola MX-E no Fluor wax - 500g - Ruby can be used as an undercoat or as a protective wax.

Vola Waxing Rando 75ml "anti-bottes" Overview
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    £14.36

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    £10.00

Designed by Vola, the Rando 75ml "anti-bottes" wax offers excellent glide to your ski base and can be applied on climbing skins to prevent snow built-up.  

Vola Waxing E-wax 30 G Overview Vola Waxing E-wax 30 G Side
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    £2.52

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    £1.83

Vola E-wax 30 G ecological wax is very versatile and suitable for all types of skiers.

Vola Waxing Base Medium 200g Overview Vola Waxing Base Medium 200g Detail
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    £34.71

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    £24.27

Vola Base Medium 200g is a ski racing wax, to be applied as a base on the sole of your ski and recommended for GS and SuperG disciplines but can also be used for cross-country skiing.

Vola Waxing Rando 60ml Quick Boost Overview Vola Waxing Rando 60ml Quick Boost Beneath
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    £13.83

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    £9.66

Ideal for waxing your skis without preventing your sealskins from sticking to the sole, Vola Toring 60 Ml Quick Boost wax in liquid version makes it easy to use.

Swix Waxing 100N Natural Wax 180G Overview Swix Waxing 100N Natural Wax 180G Side Sale
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    £26.01

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    £15.57

Swix 100N Natural Wax 180G, made from 100% natural ingredients, optimizes gliding for skiers and snowboarders while respecting the environment.

Vola Waxing MX-E No Fluor 500g Bleu Overview Vola Waxing MX-E No Fluor 500g Bleu Side
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    £22.53

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    £17.31

The Vola MX-E No Fluor 500G Bleu is a high-quality, eco-friendly racing wax offering superior glide and performance, made from over 50% plant and animal-derived materials.

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Vola Waxing Mx-E No Fluor 200g Violet Overview Vola Waxing Mx-E No Fluor 200g Violet Side
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    £17.31

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    £12.09
Vola Waxing Mx-E No Fluor 200g Rouge Overview Vola Waxing Mx-E No Fluor 200g Rouge Side
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    £17.31

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    £12.09

The Vola MyEcoWax No Fluor 200g rouge eco-friendly wax is fluor-free for a lesser environmental impact, while offering a glide quality worthy of Vola’s reputation. 

Vola Waxing MX-E no Fluor 80g Jaune Overview Vola Waxing MX-E no Fluor 80g Jaune Detail
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    £10.35

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    £7.22

The Vola MX-E No Fluor 80 g Yellow wax is designed for mild temperatures and is composed in part of raw materials of vegetable and animal origin to avoid the use of hydrocarbons.

Vola Waxing Rando 500g Overview Vola Waxing Rando 500g Detail
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    £49.50

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    £34.71
Vola Waxing Mx-E No Fluor 200g Jaune Overview Vola Waxing Mx-E No Fluor 200g Jaune Side
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    £17.31

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    £12.09

The MyEcoWax No Fluor 200g Jaune is a fluor-free ski and snowboard wax made by Vola, a brand renowned for its knowledge in the fields of base care, preparation and maintenance.  

Swix Pro Ps10 60gr Overview
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    £8.61

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    £6.00
Start SG8 Blue Start SG8 Blue Further reductions
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    £10.35

    -36%

    £6.53

The Start SG8 wax protects your base from abrasion in moisture-poor conditions between -7°C and -12°C. Fluor-free it works perfectly well for training and ski maintenance.  

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The importance of waxing in cross-country skiing cannot be overstated. It contributes to ski maintenance, glide quality, and overall fun. Well-maintained skis will have significantly longer-lasting bases compared to neglected ones. Over time, regular waxing improves the base and enhances glide, so if you want to fully enjoy skiing, frequent maintenance is highly recommended.

That’s why at Glisshop, we offer a wide selection of waxes from prestigious brands like Swix, Vauhti, Rode, Maplus, and Start, among others.

What Are the Different Types of Waxes?

Depending on your usage and athletic goals, there are several wax ranges available, some focused on maintenance and others on performance.

In short, we can classify them into the following categories:

  • CH or related ranges: Ski maintenance
  • LF or related ranges: Ideal for intense outings
  • HF or related ranges: Base preparation for competition
  • What does related ranges mean?

Related ranges refer to new fluor-free wax formulas designed for performance. For ecological and health reasons, leading brands have started developing fluorine-free wax ranges. Depending on the brand, these formulas may include zinc or ceramics. These new ranges will gradually replace fluorinated products, so it’s wise to start familiarizing yourself with them now.

Liquid or Solid Wax for Maintenance?

For ski maintenance, nothing beats hot waxing with solid wax. While liquid waxes have improved significantly in recent years, they still can’t entirely replace traditional hot waxing, which is more effective at reducing base abrasion. Liquid waxes are an excellent backup solution for improving glide when needed.

Liquid or Solid Wax for Races?

This often depends on the distance to be covered. For short distances, liquid HF wax can perform as well as solid HF wax, and the same applies to liquid Cera. However, over longer distances, as the wax wears off and the base accumulates dirt, solid or powdered waxes may deliver better results. Sometimes it’s beneficial to combine the two. There are many potential solutions, and experimenting can help you find what works best for specific conditions.

Waxing is not particularly complicated; you just need a sufficient variety of waxes and the right tools. Always have a few different temperature ranges available to adapt to varying conditions.

It’s important to note that using high-performance or fluorinated waxes for maintenance is unnecessary. Regular CH or related waxes are sufficient and even better for avoiding excessive application of fluorine or additives on your ski bases.

If you need more information about waxes, application methods, or necessary tools, feel free to contact our experts via email, chat, or phone.