WHAT IS A WAX AND HOW DOES IT WORK?
Wax is a lubricant that reduces friction between the base and the snow. It also reconditions and protects the base from drying/cracking and oxidation. The base is made of polyethylene, a thermoplastic. This plastic contains small pores, sort of like a sponge. These pores absorb molten wax which after solidifying is held on to the polyethylene because they are compatible. Many layers of wax deposit on the base and as the base moves on the snow some layers are left behind until eventually all the wax is gone and then it is time to re-wax.
