Testing, testing: How Swix wax makes skis fast

Swix wax specialists are like chemists – mixing powders, liquids and waxes to create the perfect combination that will match the ever-changing snow conditions. It’s an art form, and the very best refine their potions through extensive testing.

For the 2015 Alpine World Championships in Beaver Creek, the Swix team was on site in Colorado well in advance of the race days to run skis, test waxes and make recommendations for its technicians. Learn from the best in the world in these two videos about testing both on snow and in the waxroom.