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HF Yellow Hardwax

Ski*Go HF Yellow Kick Wax 45g (+5C/-1C)

These conditions perplex even the best techs in the world, but this wax often solves the problem. Very good grip and glide when no other kick waxes work.


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Features
  1. Proprietary (and very secret and probably magic) fluoro compound is what gives this wax it's standout grip and glide across it's temperature range.
  2. When testing for grip, use this wax as your benchmark to compare all others.
  3. Wet conditions above freezing before moving to klister or for covering klister, this wax will get the job done.
  4. A very soft and sticky hard wax. Apply at room temperature.
  5. High-fluoro content repels dirt and water to make this grip fast and stay fast.
  6. This wax is the last step before switching to klister.
  7. Comes with an Easy Cut Cap!

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All Snow Types between 5.0°C and -1.0°C
Orange Conditions - New, Glazing Snow (+5C/-5C) Red Conditions - Coarse, Packing Snow (+5C/-5C)
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Recommended for these snow types:
  • Fresh Falling
  • New
  • Transforming
  • Transformed
  • Old
  • Icy
  • Man-Made
More Ski*Go HF Hardwaxes:
About this series: The crown jewel of the Ski*Go product line. These high fluoro kick waxes are a must-have for nearly any skier. Even though they are expensive, I recommend everyone get these waxes and use them for all they're hardwax needs. The blue and violet waxes are especially good with their wide working temperature range so you rarely need to mess around trying to find a wax that works. Something about the proprietary fluoro compound (which is a guarded secret) gives a uniquely solid feeling of grip that I've never felt with any other wax. And yes! It's crazy how well they work in such wide temperature ranges! For wax techs, these waxes are a benchmark for grip testing. Always have at least one of these waxes in your tests when it's hardwax conditions. Compare your other waxes to these to gauge how well they're working. These waxes are very grippy and are sometimes on the slow side for racing so covering them with a speedier wax from a different brand is sometimes necessary.
  • HF Blue Hardwax
    34 in stock!
    $45.00
    $45.00
  • HF Violet Hardwax
    3 in stock!
    $45.00
    $45.00
  • HF Red Hardwax
    22 in stock!
    $45.00
    $45.00
  • HF Violet 2.0 Hardwax
    $45.00
    $45.00
  • HF Panther Hardwax
    4 in stock!
    $45.00
    $45.00
  • HF Yellow Hardwax
    71 in stock!
    $45.00
    $45.00
  • Base Binder Extra Strong
    2 in stock!
    $43.00
    $43.00
Application Methods

Safety Warning!

In the application process of some ski wax products, you and others can ba exposed to dangerous dust, fumes or residues. With the correct safety protolcols in place, these risks can be mitiagted and waxing can be very safe.

Safe Waxing protolcol:

  1. Always wax in a well-ventilated area. Outside is best. If you have to wax inside make sure there is some sort of air exchanger in place. Range hoods are best. Fans are better than nothing. Be sure to point out any lack of air exchanging equipment to the staff of any waxing facility or the race organizers.
  2. Whenever using any kind of heat in the waxing process (irons, heat guns, torches) always wear a respirator. Respirators that cover your eyes are best and check for a fluorocarbon rating on your respirator. Remember, the most dangerous fumes are not from powders but resins in grip wax and klisters. Wear a mask even when you are using non-fluorinated waxes since fumes from burnt paraffins are not OK to inhale. Respirators are required in the wax room.
  3. When creating any dust in the waxing process (brushing, scraping) always wear a respirator and gloves. Compounds in blocks, liquids, powders, klisters, and other hardwaxes can be absorbed through the skin. Wax companies keep their wax recipes secret so we have no idea what chemical compounds are present in most waxes nor their effects on the body. Always wear gloves while waxing to reduce your risk to negligible levels.
  4. People who are not waxing are not allowed in the wax room.
  5. Be sure to safely dispose of wax shavings and dust. Contained in a plastic garbage bag is adequate.

With the proper level of adult responsibility, any wax can be used perfectly safely and with negligible harm to the environment. Follow the correct safety protocols whenever you enter a wax room and be prepared with the right safety equipment. Remember to enjoy your fast skis to the max!

    How to Apply Sticky Hardwaxes

    1. Check your skis for grip zone markers. Kick wax is only applied to the zone under the binding of the ski leaving the tips and tails of the ski free for glide waxing. A good grip zone will be roughly 45cm long but will vary a lot depending on how stiff your skis are (the camber). Your local ski shop can help you find your grip zones, or you can use the zones pre-marked on the sidewalls of your skis. Use a permanent marker to redefine your grip zones as often as you can and experiment with extending your grip zone further forwards or backward to find the right feel while skiing.
    2. Prepare your grip zone by cleaning with wax remover and roughing with sandpaper.
    3. If the snow is icy or if you're planning on skiing more than 10km, apply a base binder.
    4. At room temperature, apply the sticky hardwax by placing the tin of wax on the ski and twisting without dragging it along the ski base. Continue down the ski, twisting as you go, until the entire grip zone is covered with stringy wax. Twisting, instead of crayoning as you normally would with a harder wax, will give you an evener application and fewer "globs".
    5. Using a cork dedicated to warm kick wax, (it's a good idea to have a couple of corks: one for warm wax and another for cold wax to avoid cross-contamination between sticky and not-so-sticky waxes) cork in the layer of wax. The goal is to make each layer of wax good and smooth. Some waxes will become transparent when they are adequately corked.
    6. Apply and cork 2-6 layers of the sticky hardwax until you reach the desired thickness. With kick waxes for warmer temperatures, having thicker layers than you'd normally use is important to achieve the same level of grip.

    Tools for the Job

    • Synthetic Cork
      33 in stock!
      $7.99
      $7.99
    • Synthetic Cork
      73 in stock!
      $8.00
      $8.00
    • Easy Cut Kick Wax Cap
      15 in stock!
      $12.00
      $9.75
    • Replacement Sandpaper for Vauhti's Sandpaper Cork.
      1 in stock!
      $10.00
      $10.00
    • Ski*Go Grip Scraper with Sandpaper
      4 in stock!
      $12.00
      $12.00
    • Sandpaper
      $14.00
      $12.00
    • Polishing cloth for general waxing use.
      $15.00
      $15.00
    • A kick wax cork with replaceable sandpaper.
      1 in stock!
      $16.00
      $16.00
    • Wall Ski Holder
      11 in stock!
      $23.00
      $23.00
    • Thermometer
      2 in stock!
      $26.00
      $26.00
    • Apron
      3 in stock!
      $33.00
      $33.00
    • Steel Waxing Table Bag
      $120.00
      $99.00
    • Aluminum Waxing Table Bag
      $170.00
      $99.00
    • NordicWaxing Spanner
      $125.00
      $125.00
    • Digital Thermometer
      $198.00
      $198.00
    • Kit Cross-Country Ski Form
      $259.00
      $259.00
    • Single Form Waxing Bench
      $295.00
      $295.00
    • Steel Profile
      $430.00
      $375.00
    • Aluminum Profile
      $530.00
      $425.00
    • Double Form Waxing Bench
      $499.00
      $499.00
    • Steel Waxing Table
      $549.00
      $499.00
    • Aluminium Waxing Table
      $900.00
      $575.00
    • Waxing Table
      $599.00
      $599.00
    • Steel Table with Cross-Country Ski Form
      $800.00
      $659.00
    • Hygrometer
      $750.00
      $750.00

    How to Remove Kick Wax

    Some extra steps specifically for klister removal: (Again in Swedish: See below for English instructions)

    1. When you are done skiing, remove the sticky wax as soon as possible (when it's still cold). You'll have less of a mess if the wax is still chilled. Otherwise, you may find it easier to scrape off at room temperature but the trade-off is the wax will be goopy, flow, and will get everywhere!
    2. Use a grip wax scraper to remove as much of the wax as you can.
    3. Squirt a decent amount of wax remover on the grip zone and let it sit for a minute or two.
    4. Leaving the wax remover on the grip zone, use a bit of Fibertex to rub off any kick wax still stuck to the base until the wax remover is a yucky slurry. Be sure to thoroughly clean the sidewalls and groove of the ski with the Fibertex.
    5. Use a piece of Fiberlene or shop towel to wipe off the slurry from the grip zone and sidewalls.
    6. Soak a section of Fiberlene or shop towel with wax remover and wipe down the grip zone and sidewalls until there's no more stickiness.
    7. Your skis are now ready for travel or storage and your future self will thank you for taking care of business!

    Tools for the Job

    • Multiscraper
      73 in stock!
      $3.99
      $3.99
    • FiberTex
      1 in stock!
      $10.00
      $7.50
    • Fiberlene
      116 in stock!
      $21.00
      $21.00
    • Ski*Go Grip Scraper with Sandpaper
      4 in stock!
      $12.00
      $12.00
    • Polishing cloth for general waxing use.
      $15.00
      $15.00
    • Ski*Go Wax Remover (250mL or 1000mL)
      $18.00
      $18.00
    • Hand Cleaner Cream
      10 in stock!
      $18.00
      $18.00
    • Fiber Paper
      3 in stock!
      $18.00
      $18.00
    • Wax Remover Spray 2.0
      $19.00
      $19.00
    • Vauhti's Kick Wax Remover
      6 in stock!
      $22.00
      $22.00
    • Wall Ski Holder
      11 in stock!
      $23.00
      $23.00
    • Rode Wax Remover 2.0 | 500mL|1000mL|5000mL
      $24.99
      $24.99
    • Apron
      3 in stock!
      $33.00
      $33.00
    • Steel Waxing Table Bag
      $120.00
      $99.00
    • Aluminum Waxing Table Bag
      $170.00
      $99.00
    • NordicWaxing Spanner
      $125.00
      $125.00
    • Kit Cross-Country Ski Form
      $259.00
      $259.00
    • Single Form Waxing Bench
      $295.00
      $295.00
    • Steel Profile
      $430.00
      $375.00
    • Aluminum Profile
      $530.00
      $425.00
    • Double Form Waxing Bench
      $499.00
      $499.00
    • Steel Waxing Table
      $549.00
      $499.00
    • Aluminium Waxing Table
      $900.00
      $575.00
    • Waxing Table
      $599.00
      $599.00
    • Steel Table with Cross-Country Ski Form
      $800.00
      $659.00
Additives
  • High Fluoros
  • Silver