PS8 Red 180g

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Swix PS8 ski and snowboard glide wax in clear plastic packaging with red and white graphics, showing temperature range of -4°C to +4°C and 180g weight specification

PS8 Red 180g

415 North Lake Boulevard

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415 North Lake Boulevard
Tahoe City CA 96145
United States

+15305836917

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Features

PS8 is an affordable wax for ski trips and training. Also works very well as a base preparation wax. Easy to melt and very convenient to work with. The speed of the waxing iron should be approx. 8-10 seconds for a skating or alpine ski. The wax can be reheated after cooling to room temperature (10 min.) for better durability. It is important to have a good waxing iron in order to melt the wax efficiently. Recommended waxing iron temperature 130°C. Replaces CH8X.

  • Glide wax for ski trips, training and base prep.
  • Covers both sides of zero.
  • PS8 is recommended from -4°C to +4 degrees.
  • Low melting point and easy to apply.
  • 180g.

Technical Specs

AI FAQs

AI generated FAQs about the PS8 Red 180g

What type of snow conditions is this wax designed for?

PS8 Red is designed for snow temperatures from -4°C to +4°C (25°F to 39°F), covering conditions on both sides of zero. You can use it for ski trips, training, and base preparation within that temperature range.

Will this wax work on both skis and snowboards, or is it specific to one?

PS8 Red works on both skis and snowboards. You can use it as glide wax for trips, training, or base preparation on either type of snowsport equipment.

How do I know if I need an all-temperature wax or a specialized one for my local conditions?

Use PS8 Red when your expected snow temperatures fall between -4°C and +4°C (25°F to 39°F). It is suited to that defined temperature window and is not specified for conditions outside it.

What's the difference between this wax and the other options, and which should I pick?

PS8 Red replaces CH8X and is a fluoro-free glide wax for -4°C to +4°C conditions. Choose it for ski trips, training, and base preparation when your snow temperatures fall within that range.

How long does the application process take?

Move the waxing iron across each skating or alpine ski in approximately 8–10 seconds. If you reheat the wax for improved durability, let it cool to room temperature for about 10 minutes first.

Can I extend how long the wax lasts with proper storage and care?

You can improve PS8 Red's durability by reheating it after it has cooled to room temperature for about 10 minutes. This is a practical extra step during waxing when you want a more durable result.

Do I need a special iron to apply this wax, or will a regular household iron work?

Use a good waxing iron set to 130°C to melt PS8 Red efficiently. The wax is designed for application with a waxing iron, with an iron pass of approximately 8–10 seconds per skating or alpine ski.

Can beginners apply this wax themselves, or do I need to take my board to a shop?

PS8 Red has a low melting point and is easy to apply, making it approachable for beginners working on their own skis or board. For best results, use a waxing iron set to 130°C with a pass speed of about 8-10 seconds per ski, and let the wax cool for 10 minutes before reheating if you want extra durability.

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