Step One (Base Edge Tuning):

• Put Elastics on brakes
• Clean base with Brass Brush
• Verify base bevel & if concave or convex with True Bar
• Base Bevel Filing (150‐250mm Files)
• Base Bevel Polishing (Diamond Stones)

Step Two (Sidewall & Topsheet Preparation):

• Remove Sidewall with Sidewall Remover
• Topsheet clearance (tip and tail) with Topsheet Remover
• Sidewall blending and polishing

Step Three (Side Edge Tuning):

• Set edges with 120‐200 grit disc on Diamond Guide
• Side edge filing with File Guide
• Side edge polishing with Diamond Guide using 400‐1000 grit discs
• Remove micro burr with Gummi Stone

Step Four (Waxing):

• Clean base structure with Brass Brush
• Wax the skis
• Scrape while warm when using Nanox Wax
• Brush & polish with Nylon Brush when using Nanox Wax
• Use 3 Ski Straps

Step One (Base Edge Tuning):

• Unstrap and dry cold/wet skis
• Put Elastics on brakes
• Clean base with Brass Brush
• Verify base bevel & if concave or convex with True Bar
• Base edge polishing (when needed)

Step Two (Side Edge Tuning):

• Side edge filing with File Guide (when needed)
• Side edge maintenance with Diamond Guide (120‐1000 grit discs)
• Remove micro burr with Gummi Stone (when needed)

Step Three (Waxing):

• Clean base structure with Brass Brush
• Wax the skis
• Scrape while warm when using Nanox Wax
• Brush & polish with Nylon Brush when using Nanox Wax
• Use 3 Ski Straps

Tips when choosing your degree guide:

0.5

• Creates an aggressive edge.
• For advanced to expert racers who pure carve the majority of their turns and like very responsive turn intiation and grip.

0.7

• Generally this is the most commonly used base bevel especially when a 0.5 degree bevel is a too aggressive or too catchy.
• Typically used by younger competitive skiers and by advanced to expert all-mountain carving type skiers.

1.0/1.5

• Typically used by those who want easier steering and turn initiation and don't like that catchy feeling.
• Also used frequently by ski teachers working with lower-end clients where steering skills are essential.
• Also, used for SG/DH skis, for younger U10 ski racers, free-ride and terrain park style skiers.
• Recreational and free-ride style skiers commonly prefer 1.0 for all around use because it allows the skis to steer easier.

Extra tips:

• As you can see all 4 are utilized from the beginner to expert and therefore your decision is based on your own personal preference, skill level, strength, ski/board type & snow conditions.
• Always start with 0.5, test it, if it's too aggressive move up to 0.7 or a 1.0 degree guide.
• Remember you can easily add more base-edge angle but you can't go from a 1.0 degree bevel back to a 0.5 degree bevel without grinding your skis/board flat again.