Clean skis. Even with the best anti-fog ski goggles, it’s difficult to notice dirt collecting on the base of your skis unless you use light-colored ski wax.For peak performance, the best ...

Start with a universal temperature rub-on wax. No tools or waxing knowledge required. Best Ski Waxes Quick Fix: Rub-On or Spray-On Wax Rub-on or spray-on waxes are great in a pinch to increase glide.

What wax you use depends largely on the temperature of the snow and how much you want to spend on wax. Most glide waxes come in hard blocks, though companies are now making other forms such as liquid ...

Skate skiers glide along a hilltop in Anchorage’s Kincaid Park in February 2023. (Photo by Ned Rozell) With mild temperatures and ample snow, much of Alaska is now primed for cross-country skiing.

Cross-country skiing is evolving at warp speed. Skis are faster, lighter, and more durable each season. And with the advent of spray-on waxing and ever-improving skin technologies, they also ...