Your skis can be fast and well-maintained without any fuss.

Ski care and waxing don’t have to be rocket science. At our store opening, Vauhti’s master waxer Jouni Raittila gave simple instructions for ski care and glide optimisation in a busy everyday routine. This easy routine keeps your skis in good condition and the track fast all season. We use only two products: Vauhti Clean & Glide FC-Free and Vauhti Race LDR White Liquid — XC Ski Guru’s recommended everyday glide combo.

1️⃣ Cleaning right after your ski — Vauhti Clean & Glide

After a ski, the base is full of dirt and dust. Clean as soon as you get off the track while the base is still slightly moist — that’s when dirt comes off most easily. Moisten Vauhti Clean & Glide directly onto a cleaning cloth and wipe the base. Let it work for a moment and dry thoroughly.

2️⃣ Wipe clean and let it dry

Wipe the ski with a cleaning cloth and let it dry. This quick step takes only a minute yet makes a big difference to glide. A clean base is ready for new glide wax.

3️⃣ Fresh glide — Vauhti Race LDR White Liquid

When the ski is dry, lightly brush the base from tip to tail with a nylon brush to open the pores after cleaning. When ready, apply Vauhti Race LDR White Liquid.

Apply a thin layer with the bottle’s sponge in long strokes from tip to tail. Let it dry for a few minutes and wipe off the excess. No heat needed — LDR quickly makes the base slick and protected.

4️⃣ Finishing — with brush and microfiber cloth

Finish the dry ski with a nylon brush. A few light strokes from tip to tail remove residue and open the structure. Optionally, polish with a microfiber cloth — the shine tells you it’s done well.

5️⃣ Everyday glide combo — Clean & Glide + LDR White

Together these two form a reliable and easy everyday solution. Clean & Glide keeps the base open and prevents dirt from sticking. LDR White restores fast, durable glide. This routine saves time without compromising glide quality.

XCSkiGuru extra tip — Vauhti TOP RACE RED LIQUID 60 ml

Thanks for reading all the way! One extra tip to make your friends think at the trailhead: in damp conditions, spray TOP RACE LIQUID and spread with your finger a few minutes before putting on your skis. You’ll get extra glide for the first 15 minutes! 🙂