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About edges and rails

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JTTrembles
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My edges are pretty finished, I've been wondering if there is a point when your edges can get so dull that it effects your ability to grip rails

Is this true at all?
Jan 19 2016 9:54PM
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270on420out
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No.
Jan 19 2016 9:56PM
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bait
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Gripping a rail in order to do spins out does not require sharp edges. It is the angle and pressure of your skis against the rail that does the gripping. However if the edges are so far ground down that it is the base of the ski sliding the rail, It can even become sticky.
Jan 19 2016 9:59PM
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elcornholio
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It really won't hurt to have completely rounded edges for rails. You might want some sharpness at the tips and tails for carving (It helps a ton on icy jumps) But it really makes no difference on rails.
Jan 20 2016 11:12AM
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ALMIGHTYSOSA
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baitGripping a rail in order to do spins out does not require sharp edges. It is the angle and pressure of your skis against the rail that does the gripping. However if the edges are so far ground down that it is the base of the ski sliding the rail, It can even become sticky.


OP you're fine with no edges at all. I ride on some ON3P Filthy Riches with basically hardly any edge left on the ski (especially on the underfoot). Actually it makes it easier to slide with no edges (less friction, metal on metal)... It just sucks when it comes to things like icy lips (especially on jumps).
Jan 20 2016 5:36PM
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JTTrembles
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Cool thanks guys
Jan 21 2016 8:13AM
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Tamas
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Ive been grinding on sidewall for over a year now...
Jan 21 2016 10:13AM
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