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Article: Not waxing lyrical; Skiing.(Ski wax is redundant)
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- The Economist (US)
- Article date:
- December 17, 2005
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Waxing and waning
Using ski wax can trap dirt, and thus slow down the skier
THIS season, like every previous one, recreational and racing skiers alike will apply wax to their skis in the hope of schussing that little bit faster. They will do so after assessing the air's temperature, its humidity and the prevailing snow conditions, so as to determine exactly which wax they should use. Not any old wax will do. Some are formulated for use over cold, dry snow and others for warmer, wetter stuff. Aficionados who want to extract the maximum advantage will take great care over which they choose.
But recent research suggests they are wasting their time, ...