According to Lonetto, wax essentially “helps move a layer of water” between your board and the snow. This reduces friction and lets your board glide more quickly and smoothly over the snow. There are ...

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 ...

What do you need to wax a snowboard? If you plan to head up into the mountains this winter, remember to wax your snowboard before getting on the lift. Waxing your snowboard at home is simple and if ...

Steve Janisch irons wax onto a snowboard, a 1980s ski movie playing on a TV in his south Minneapolis alley garage. Slope signs, skis and other equipment line almost every inch of the walls. Posters of ...

For maximum enjoyment on the slopes, whether you’re looking to glide with ease or race quickly downhill, affixing wax to your ski or snowboard is essential. Wax helps ease friction on the mountain, ...