How Often Do You Wax Your Skis? (Poll)

Skis need wax. If they don’t have any, they won’t go anywhere. That’s settled science, and we won’t bore you by getting into the details. What’s less settled, though, are skiers’ waxing routines and preferences. Some apply a fresh coat every few days. Others are more negligent, firing up the iron once a season—or less. The reasoning behind these choices differs. If you’re at a mountain with lots of traverse tracks, for instance, you might be m