X-Country Ski Wax Clinic

Mike Stern will again be conducting more practical ski waxing clinics in the new year from the basement of his house.  In these clinics you will be taught how to clean and prepare your cross-country skis and also learn how to apply hot glide wax and grip wax to the relevant areas of your own skis.  These are hands-on sessions and he will show you how each task is done and then get you to practice with his help on your own skis.  At the end of the session you will end up with a set of fully waxed skis.

The clinics usually last up to three hours and are normally limited to a maximum of four people per session.  All waxes and tools are provided but you are welcome to bring your own. The clinics are suitable for novice to intermediate skiers.  A comprehensive step-by-step ski waxing guide is included with the clinic. The cost of each clinic is $15 perperson of which a portion is donated to the Edmonton Nordic trail grooming fund.   The clinics will be held on Tuesday evenings starting at 7 PM.

Initial dates are:

• 08 Jan
• 15 Jan
• 22 Jan
• 29 Jan
• 05 Feb (last before Birkie)
• 12 Feb

Other clinics may be added according to demand.  Please note some dates may change depending on his other commitments.  If these dates are not suitable he can arrange to do other clinics at a suitably agreed time.  If interested in coming please contact Mike Stern at 780-433-4328 H or 780-984-2360 C or mikestern@telus.net  stating your preferred and alternative dates.

Ski Waxing Frames

He will also selling his ski waxing frames. The normal price will be $60 but he will be discounting them at a price of $50to people who attend any of his waxing clinics this season. (Note that a good shop bought frame will cost you at least $150).