According to Lonetto, wax essentially “helps move a layer of water” between your board and the snow. This reduces friction and lets your board glide more quickly and smoothly over the snow. There are ...

In an infrared photo, U.S. snowboarder Noah Elliott, left, holds his board near wax tech Jon Haaversen's work station. Choosing the right wax is critical for the board's performance. David Ramos / ...

Learning how to wax a snowboard at home is a great idea. After all, nothing beats cruising a powder day on a freshly-tuned ride. Not only is the process simple, but after a modest initial investment ...

If sliding on snow is your winter pastime, you’ve almost certainly carved a few turns by now, whether up in the Cascades or on the nearest hilly street thanks to our late December blast that turned ...

Anyone who skis or snowboards knows there’s nothing quite like the feel of freshly tuned gear. Every turn glides a little smoother, making each run down the mountain feel that much more rewarding. For ...

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