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AFU - Fluoro-Free Universal Base Paraffin
AFU - Fluoro-Free Universal Base Paraffin

STAR AFU - Fluoro-Free Universal Base Paraffin

AFU: is a universal base wax. Mix of refined natural paraffin, AFU is a universal product for training and as a universal wax for all snow conditions.

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Inventory Status:
Option
Inventory
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Price
130g
6
Ships in 1-2 Days
$54.95
$54.95
1kg
Ships in 2-4 Weeks
$209.95
$209.95

Cost Breakdown: How many pairs of skis can be waxed with this product?

Option
Waxes This Many Pairs of Cross Country Skis:
Cost Per Application:
Comparative Price:
130g
55
$1.00 CAD
$ $ $ $ $
1kg
440
$0.48 CAD
$ $ $ $ $
All Snow Types between 20.0°C and -20.0°C
Universal - All Types of Snow
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Recommended for these snow types:
  • Fresh Falling
  • New
  • Transforming
  • Transformed
  • Old
  • Icy
  • Man-Made
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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 Prepare your Ski Bases for Glide Waxing

    Whether you have a brand new pair of skis, a freshly stoneground ski, or a ski requiring maintenance after 200-300km on the trails, going through a base preparation process will clean out any dust or dirt as well as saturate and harden the base so it's ready for several outings. The base preparation process is the best way to maintain the health of your ski bases so they'll treat you to many years of fast glide. You'll also get the most out of any subsequent wax applications since a saturated and hardened base will provide an optimal anchor or any wax you apply on top.
    1. Begin by scraping a brushing out your base as thoroughly as possible. Use metal brushes if you have them.
    2. Clean your entire base with a base cleaner or wax remover. Wipe as much dirt and dust off with Fiberlene or shop towel.
    3. Using a piece of Fibertex, energetically rub-down the entire glide zone to remove any microscopic hairs or burrs in the base. Ski*Go's pink paper is also great for this.
    4. Melt a thick layer of the softest yellow paraffin wax you can find with an iron set to 110C to 120C.
    5. Before the yellow wax has had a chance to cool, gently scrape and observe how much dust/dirt comes up with the not-quite solid wax. No need to brush yet. If a lot of dirt comes up, melt and hot-scrape another layer of yellow wax.
    6. Once, the yellow wax has come off clean, apply another layer of yellow wax and let it cool.
    7. Scrape and brush the cooled yellow wax and iron on a layer of a harder paraffin wax. A blue, green, graphite or dedicated base wax is ideal for this. Melt, cool, brush, scrape and repeat at least three times.

    Tools for the Job

    • Groove Scraper
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      $6.95
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    • Shop Towel Roll
      26 in stock!
      $6.95
      $6.95
    • Rode 3mm Plexiglass scraper
      408 in stock!
      $8.95
      $8.95
    • Fibertex Green, Hand (3 sheets/pack)
      4 in stock!
      $11.95
      $11.95
    • Fiber Paper
      83 in stock!
      $17.95
      $17.95
    • Glider Cleaner Spray
      152 in stock!
      $19.95
      $19.95
    • Green Nylon Mini Hand Brush
      1 in stock!
      $23.95
      $23.95
    • Red Nylon Mini Hand Brush
      1 in stock!
      $23.95
      $23.95
    • Horsehair Handbrush
      98 in stock!
      $27.95
      $27.95
    • Soft Nylon Handbrush
      151 in stock!
      $27.95
      $27.95
    • Rode Wall Ski Holder
      94 in stock!
      $29.95
      $29.95
    • Apron
      23 in stock!
      $29.95
      $29.95
    • Glider Cleaner
      73 in stock!
      $35.95
      $35.95
    • Bronze Handbrush
      160 in stock!
      $49.95
      $49.95
    • Hard Nylon Roto Brush
      34 in stock!
      $65.95
      $65.95
    • Horsehair Roto Brush
      28 in stock!
      $65.95
      $65.95
    • Soft Nylon Roto Brush
      31 in stock!
      $65.95
      $65.95
    • .
      39 in stock!
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      $299.95
    • Roto Handle
      193 in stock!
      $99.95
      $99.95
    • Rode Iron Holder for Table.
      8 in stock!
      $119.95
      $119.95
    • Non-Digital Waxing Iron / 160°C / 15mm plate / 110v / (DIAL, Non Digital)
      3 in stock!
      $319.95
      $319.95
    • Digital Waxing Iron / 180°C / 15mm plate / 110v / (Dial Control, Digital Readout)
      2 in stock!
      $444.95
      $444.95
    • Digital Waxing Iron / 180°C / 15mm plate / 110v / Touchpad Control, Digital Readout)
      1 in stock!
      $519.95
      $519.95
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      $799.95
      $799.95
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