Replying to Debunking Ski/Boot Storage Myths
After trawling through the internet for information, I have decided to aggregate the most common advice given about ski and boot storage, but midwinter and in hot climates. Where I need help is deciphering whether or not the advice posted 12 years ago by some unqualified ski bum is legit or just an urban myth. So naturally, im bringing it up again to ask more unqualified ski bums for some beta. Heres what I got- please toss in your tidbits of wisdom picked up from working in a shop, writing your masters thesis on material science, or from an oldhead on the chairlift.
End of Season/Summer Storage
- Dins should be lowered to the lowest setting to preserve spring integrity (Mixed opinions. Consensus- doesnt matter a ton but good to do)
- Apply a layer of universal wax to bases and edges and DONT SCRAPE (Good to do, helps prevent rust and prevent bases from drying out)
- Store Skis not clipped together (Mixed reviews on this, i dont think it messes with the camber too much, and wont trap much moisture)
- Dont store in detached garage that gets hot. Best to worst: Climate controlled room -> Attached Garage -> Shed/detached garage (makes sense- heat and humidity = not good)
- store boots buckled together in climate controlled place. (Attached garage, in house, in bag if possible)
Midwinter Storage (1-4x per week usage all season)
- Keep boots inside, buckled, and let dry out
- Wipe off skis (especially if on a rack driving a salted road)
- If storing horizontal, let bases dry completely before clicking together
- Keep boots away from a heater/fireplace. Boot dryer OK.
Travel/Moving- my lease is up and il be on a week long road trip before moving into my next place this summer. How bad is it to keep skis in my roofbox for a week or so in early june? Dry climate, wont get higher than 85 degrees. Worried the box will get pretty hot since its black.
I know im overthinking, but i always like taking good care of gear, and since i graduated from only having one clapped out pair of beaters, id like to take good care of my gear collection built with more hours worked than i care to admit. Any other tips?
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