Depending on the snow conditions, there are waxes in a large variety of temperatures. Snow conditions and individual preference play key roles in deciding what sort of tune-up work is done. Hard wax is made for a colder, grainier snow. The soft wax is better for a warmer, more humid, more moist snow. Bell said he has come to know how his regular customers want their equipment tuned.
Snow conditions make a difference too.
And how often you get a tune-up depends on the conditions and how frequently you go. I'd say an average is probably four to five times a season if you're skiing or boarding a fair amount. But we have people who come in once a week all season long. We know certain customers and know they like their skis and boards tuned a certain way. Poscic explained the benefits of getting equipment tuned after the summer season.