Before work begins, our certified technician performs a secondary, detailed appraisal of your skis and bindings, reviewing the work order against the actual condition of the equipment. This second set of eyes is our final quality control step to catch any issues the salesperson might have missed. If the technician discovers any new issues or concerns, we will contact you immediately to discuss them before starting the job. Otherwise, work commences as agreed!

When your skis show signs of wear or warping, their base is no longer flat—a requirement for optimal performance. We restore this foundation with world-class precision on our Wintersteiger stone grinding machine. This automatic, computer-controlled equipment ensures a precise, consistent, and perfectly flat base for every ski. The moment your ski base is flat, we move directly to the next crucial step.

Scratches and gouges on the base signal damage that must be repaired to maintain glide and performance. We take care of any remaining scratches, gouges, and tears after the flattening process. We apply new P-Tex base material to seamlessly fill these scars. This repair is completed with careful hand-finishing using a metal scraper to ensure a perfectly smooth and level surface, ready for the next stage of our Wintersteiger process.

The “base structure” is the fine pattern, or “tread,” on your ski base that controls water displacement and glide. Since the optimal structure depends on snow conditions (e.g., California conditions differ from Utah’s), we don’t guess. We program our Wintersteiger stone grinder to apply a structure specifically optimized for Mammoth/Tahoe ski conditions. This computer-controlled precision ensures peak performance on local slopes. If you are traveling or have specific race requirements, we are happy to program a different structure to accommodate your special requests.

We use our high-tech Wintersteiger automatic edge grinding machine to ensure your edges are perfectly beveled. Skis require precise angles (not 90°) for gliding performance and safety.

• Base Edge: Set to 0.75° to prevent the ski from catching.
• Side Edge: Set to 2° for maximum carving grip.

Our Wintersteiger machine provides a precise, mirror finish that guarantees long edge life and superior safety. Just let us know if you need different angles for special requirements.

Your ski base is porous, requiring deep wax saturation for optimal glide. While we still finish by hand, we ensure a perfect application using the Wintersteiger Waxjet machine, a benchmark in professional waxing technology.

The Waxjet precisely and evenly applies high-quality wax to the base, which we then work into the material using a special iron to ensure maximum absorption over approximately ten minutes. After the crucial cooling period, a technician scrapes away surface wax and then uses a high-speed rotating brush to clear the base structure. This leaves a perfectly smooth, consistent, and fast-gliding finish for your next trip.

The technical work is complete, but our service isn’t finished until your skis look their best! We treat every pair like our own. The technician performs a final detail, which includes cleaning the top sheet, dusting off any remaining wax residue, and securing the skis with a fresh ski tie. Your skis are then carefully hung in our storage area, ready for you to pick up and hit the slopes.

We look forward to sending you off with perfectly tuned skis. Your salesperson will greet you, present your equipment, and briefly show you the work performed, including specific technical details from our shop notes. If you have any last-minute questions, we’re happy to answer them! Otherwise, you’ll be on your way, ready to experience the difference a professional tune makes.