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Race poles are sized by height and by event. Slalom poles run a little shorter for quick pole plants, GS poles a little longer, and speed poles longest of all. This guide gives a size chart by height, … read more

Junior race skis are sized by the racer's weight and age class first, and height second. Too long and a young racer cannot bend the ski into a turn; too short and it feels nervous at speed. This guide … read more

There is no single best ski wax. The fastest wax is the one matched to the snow temperature on the day, put on over a clean, well-saturated base. This guide shows how to pick that wax, which waxes we … read more

Ski Drill Bit Size Guide for Mounting Skis A Race Werks Technical Guide Mounting ski bindings correctly is one of the most important steps in ski preparation. Whether you're a race technician, shop em … read more

Ski Edge Bevel Guide for Racers Sharp edges win races. On firm, injected courses, the difference between an edge that holds and one that skids is often measured in tenths of a degree. This guide expla … read more