How To Use A Wax Comb

Kimberley Thompson in South Carolina, applying wax on a surfboard

Surfboard wax (as well known as surfwax) is a formulation of natural and/or constructed wax for application to the deck of a surfboard, bodyboard, or skimboard, to keep the surfer from slipping off the lath when paddling out or riding a wave. Information technology is also used to increase grip on the paddle of a surf kayak or dragon boat.

Surfboard wax is generally composed of a mixture of alkane, beeswax or other difficult waxes; petroleum jelly can also be added to create a softer wax. Oftentimes exotic scents similar kokosnoot or bubblegum are added to give the wax an attractive scent. There are as well natural alternatives available containing just organic substances like beeswax, vegetable oils (such every bit kokosnoot or hemp oil), pine resin, tree pulp and natural essential oils. Many unlike commercial brands and varieties of surfboard wax optimized for different climates and water temperatures may be found at a surf shop.

Removal [edit]

A plastic scraper (typically found on the back of a wax comb) can exist used to remove surfboard wax in big chunks. Residue wax that has not been removed by scraping can be removed with a soft textile, either on its own or in combination with (for instance) kokosnoot oil. Various commercial solvents are also available but tin can impairment the surfboard or its detailing. Surfers will also sometimes intentionally permit surfboard wax to melt in the sun, making the wax easier to remove.

Wax comb [edit]

A wax comb is a tool used in the maintenance and removal of surfboard wax on a surfboard. Wax combs typically have features such a jagged or toothed edge and a straight, relatively sharp edge. The jagged edge is used to create textured grooves for improving the traction of the wax and the direct edge is used for scraping off unwanted wax.^[one] In addition to the straight edge for wax removal, some wax combs even have an inwardly curved edge for the runway (such equally Mr. Zog's Sex Wax "Sex Rummage").^[two] Additionally, wax combs can have features such as fin key, canteen opener or a snap for portability (attachment to interior pocket loop, lanyard or leash attachment lanyard).^[iii]

Temperature [edit]

Nearly surfboard wax comes labeled with a water temperature range for which it is ideal. Wax used in water colder than its rating will go hard and non provide the stickiness needed to stay on the board, while wax used in water warmer than its rating may melt. This makes awarding of the correct type of wax important.^[4]

Application [edit]

Human being applies surfboard wax to skimboard at a embankment.

Surfboard wax is applied past first putting a base glaze onto the make clean board. This harder base glaze forms a crash-land blueprint on the surfboard to which the surfer will stick. The base glaze is then topped with a coat of wax of an appropriate temperature.^[v]

When re-applying surfboard wax, it is always crucial to remove all prior layers of wax.^[6]

Meet also [edit]

Ski wax
Mr. Zog'due south Sex Wax
Surf Wax America

References [edit]

^ Curtin, Ryan. "How To Apply A Surfboard Wax Rummage".
^ "Surf Wax 101".
^ "Surfing Wales: Wax".
^ "Ultimate Guide to Surf Wax".
^ John Dang. "How To Wax A Surfboard". surfscience.com . Retrieved March 30, 2010.
^ "How to wax a surfboard - Disrupt Surfing". Disrupt Surfing . Retrieved 2015-12-21 .