One of the most undereducated aspects of every snowboarder is their ability to maintain and care for their snowboarding equipment. A snowboard is a pricey purchase, so learning how to maintain and clean your snowboard properly will essentially save you lots of money since you will get the most amount of time possible out of your snowboard. Also, the more wear and tear your snowboard gets over the years, the worse performance you’ll get back from it. In this article, I’ll teach you how to perform routine maintenance on your snowboard so that you can continuously keep on snowboarding winter after winter.

When snowboarding season is over, make sure you give your snowboard a good inspection. What you want to look for is any dirt that may have accumulated over the winter. To clean this, use a little bit of non abrasive citrus cleaner and apply with a damp rag. This should remove all the dirt, as well as any leftover wax and leave the board ready for the first waxing for the following season. Make sure the snowboard is completely dry before finishing.

Before applying the final coat of wax, give the board one last thorough inspection for any damage or blemishes that you may have caused over the winter. File down any of the edges that look dull or worn back into the condition they looked when you bought the snowboard, or as close as you’re able to get it. If you have a p-tex candle, take this time to repair any damage to the base. A p-tex candle can be found in just about all snowboard repair kits, and is a good tool to have for easy repairs that could snowball into something much more costly. If you don’t feel confident repairing the damages on your own, I recommend taking it to a pro shop and asking them to perform the repairs for you. Also, ask them if they would allow you to watch them perform the repairs. That way, you’ll learn everything they do, and feel more confident to do the repairs yourself after next winter.

Now for the waxing. Get out your wax, iron, and scraper. Although you can use any household iron, there are irons made specifically for snowboards that make your job much easier. With the iron, apply the wax liberally to the board, making sure to cover the base and the edges. Remove any excess wax from the base and the edges. The wax will prevent your board from drying out and rusting while it is stored away for the summer.

Just like the repairs, a pro shop would be more than willing to wax your board for you for a small fee. Most pro shops charge around $20, but if you’re on a tight budget or you just want to be a frugal shopper, you should be able to find a good deal on waxings towards the end of the snowboarding season. Whether you’re a do-it-yourselfer, or someone that just wants to drop it off for a professional to maintain, it’s imperative you take the time out to take care of your snowboarding equipment. A few minutes and dollars at the end of the season will keep your snowboard in great condition and keep you on the mountain for many years to come.

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