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tortyv 
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Post subject: Waxing and sharpening kits
 Posted: Dec 08, 2009 - 03:23 PM
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First post: Oct 15, 2009
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Location: Luton, UK
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I am looking to start doing the waxing and edges of my board myself. Anyone have any recommendations for products/ kits to buy? I dont want to spend a fortune but I want something that isnt sh1t.
Is it better to just go buy each thing individually or is there anywhere which has everything for one price??
Any help would be appreciated.
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cantridepete
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Posted: Dec 08, 2009 - 03:34 PM
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First post: Oct 28, 2008
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I've got a dakine kit which was reasonably priced. It'll work out cheaper to buy a kit i suspect.
you dont need a snowboard specific iron though, just grab an old one and turn the steam off  |
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eldi
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Post subject: RE: Waxing and sharpening kits
Posted: Dec 08, 2009 - 03:36 PM
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| Just get a few essentials - a cheap iron from tesco will do the job just as good as an expensive toko waxing iron |
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Sidget
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Post subject: RE: Waxing and sharpening kits
Posted: Dec 08, 2009 - 03:38 PM
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Also, look at what wax your buying, a lot of em come with free scrapers/buffing pads
I even got a free beanie with mine :') |
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eldi
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Post subject: RE: Waxing and sharpening kits
Posted: Dec 08, 2009 - 03:44 PM
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| and those green saucepan scrubbing things work very well as a structure brush |
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MattR
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Post subject: RE: Waxing and sharpening kits
Posted: Dec 08, 2009 - 03:49 PM
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| as long as you make sure you don't get one which is pre-filled with abrasive powder/soap......... |
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cantridepete
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Post subject: RE: Waxing and sharpening kits
Posted: Dec 08, 2009 - 04:13 PM
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| not sure about the saucepan scrubby things, the've never really taken the last bit of wax for me. i actually use one of them boot polish brushes now as there a bit firmer and really open up the channels in the board |
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Sidget
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Post subject: RE: Waxing and sharpening kits
Posted: Dec 08, 2009 - 04:27 PM
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ive always used the saucepan scrubby things, works fine
GHETTO WAX JOB (L) |
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Herbert
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Posted: Dec 08, 2009 - 05:05 PM
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First post: Feb 16, 2009
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To be honest I've never waxed my own board. I've always given it to a shop to wax and sharpen. Main reason is....I'm not sure how to do it. 
Where do you guys learn to wax and sharpen your board?
As soon as i figure out how i think I'll be needing the kit to do same as tortyv! |
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DXRAZOR
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Posted: Dec 08, 2009 - 05:12 PM
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| Get onto YouTube and there's great vids how to wax your board. |
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oliverd
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Posted: Dec 08, 2009 - 05:30 PM
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| I got some nice cheap generic diamond stones for edging off e-bay, much cheaper than any board shop. I second all of the points above - tesco iron, nylon scrubbing pads, bristle brush. I got a big chgeap block of wax from bargain boards and all mine an my girlfriend's waxing last season cost less than £15. I also used A general citrus degreaser as a base cleaner - pulled the old wax right out. |
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RickBower
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Posted: Dec 08, 2009 - 05:39 PM
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First post: Dec 14, 2004
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you tube is deffo a great way to learn, also any good kit will come with basic instructions inside.
Just remeber most kits dont come with wax remover so you may have to go to a shop to get this as most places wont post it out (because its flammable).
Servicing your own board isnt just a great way to save money, in a weird way you'll enjoy doing it too.
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After paying for a service in Alpe D'huez a few years ago that was the worst job I had ever seen, every time I do my board now I think how much better the service is when I do it, take your time and the finished product will be really rewarding to ride!
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GrahamS
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Posted: Dec 08, 2009 - 05:39 PM
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First post: Jan 15, 2009
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eldi
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Posted: Dec 08, 2009 - 05:52 PM
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First post: Oct 19, 2004
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Do you work for TSA ?
I ve never found green dye leaking out into my base and all 3 of my boards i ride have white bases |
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Posted: Dec 08, 2009 - 06:08 PM
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First post: Mar 09, 2009
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here's what I got and prices:
know it's possibly not the cheapest, but a good idea:
Dakine kit - £40 inc postage
scraper, your 1st block of wax (mine was coconut flavour), pad, edge-file and pocket tool. if you've not already got a pocket tool this is a pretty good kit for the price.
Iron - Tescos (or whatever supermarket/Argos) value iron - £4 to £5
as long as it's got a temp dial and higher Wattage the better (will keep temp better)
don't worry if it's got holes in the base and/or is a steam one, just keep away from the steam button. But, be warned, it can wee a little after waxing due to emptying all the holes. "proper" wax irons dont have the holes but dont bother with the travel irons you can find on ebay, waste of cash - don't hold the heat as soon as they touch the wax or board. Equally no need to wrap a steam iron in tin-foil - would worry it might crease and start to scratch the base. (And remember to marker-pen it to prevent someone from using it on clothes in future...)
Base cleaner, ptex and wax for future - Datawax. As posted in the "bulk wax" post, ace place but recommended to spend at least £15.
How-to's/guides
LOADS of vids on YouTube, but these from TSA are probably on par with the best:
Part 1
Part 2
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