holmenkol race guide nordic 09/10

RACE GUIDENORDIC 09/10

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PRODUCT INFORMATIONRacing Finish 4 – 7Racing Finish chart 6MatrixFX waxing chart 8 – 9MatrixFX race wax 10 – 11Base wax 12Jump wax 13Grip wax 14 – 15Klister 16Classic waxing chart 17Cleaning / Care 18Repair / Ski vises 19Wax irons 20 – 21Scrapers 22Structure tools 24 – 25Brushes 26 – 29 Waxing tables 30 – 31 Accessories 32 – 33 Textile care 34 – 37

HOW TO USEBasic preparation for new skis 40 – 41Glide zone preparation with race wax 42 – 44Racing preparation 44 – 48Hand structure tools 49Cleaning of the glide zone 50Ski cleaning after using Finish products 51Preparation with Grip Base 52Preparation with grip wax 53Preparation with klister 54 – 55Cleaning of the grip zone 56Base repair 57

ALL ABOUT…All about snow 58 – 61Grip wax: grip and klister 62 – 63Ski base structure 64 – 65Safety measures during waxing 66 – 67Application videos / seminars 68

THE NEW RACE GUIDE IS OUT!

Whether in biathlons, classic Nordic disciplines or jumping – what can tip the scales, determining victory or defeat, are top products, optimally adapted to environmental conditions, in combination with appropriate use.

Over the decades that HOLMENKOL has been active in Nordic World Cup events, we have puzzled over each hundredth of a second together with athletes and service staff, with the goal of constantly raising the bar.

In this new Race Guide 2009 / 2010, which replaces and complements the proven Wax Guide, you will find for the first time a collection of all Nordic products. In addition, the Race Guide shares the secrets of proven preparation in a way that is easily understandable and with many illustrations. In the product section, you will find an “ExpertTip” label next to those products that should be in every service kit.

We have poured a lot of passion into this Guide to make sure the information provided is well understood and can be put into practice. I hope you find it helpful.

My team and I very much look forward to seeing you at one of our seminars, where we demonstrate what License to WIN! is all about. We wish you a thrilling and successful season!

Best wishes,Thomas

PREFACE CONTENT

Thomas Burmann Director World Racing Team Nordic

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The new, patented nano-CFC® technology made by HOLMENKOL® was first used for Racing Finish products – the new HOLMENKOL® Speed-Powder collection. Besides nano-CFC® effects, the new SpeedPowder collection was adapted to the specific conditions for alpine and Nordic skiing using a highly optimized blend of ingredients. The combination of HOLMENKOL® race waxes and SpeedPowders of the latest nano-CFC® generation delivers a true license to win.

SpeedPowder Matrix: The patented nano-CFC® technology combines the outstanding gliding properties of conventional fluorinated powder with the physical surface effects of nano composites. Put this together with HOLMENKOL® race waxes and the result is first class gliding coating for your race base that sets new benchmarks in speed, abrasion resistance, versatility and ease of application.

SpeedPowder Matrix

COLD

Best for: Fine- and coarse-grai-ned old and artificial snow as well as cold snow below -8° C.24345 30 g

SpeedPowder Matrix

WET

Best for: Damp to wet fresh snow and fine-grained to slush snow, wet snow.24341 30 g

SpeedPowder Matrix

MID

Best for: Fresh and fine-grained snow, damp artificial snow.

24343 25 g

SpeedPowder Matrix WET 0° ~ -4 ° C wet to damp 160°

SpeedPowder Matrix MID - 2° ~ -10° C damp, dry 160°

SpeedPowder Matrix COLD - 8° ~ -20° C damp, dry 160°

SpeedFinish

WET

Best for: Damp to wet fresh snow and fine-grained to slush snow, wet snow.24361 50 ml incl. FinishCork24361-R Racing Pack, (50 ml)

SpeedFinish

COLD

Best for: Cold and dry snow.

24365 50 ml incl. FinishCork24365-R Racing Pack, (50 ml)

SpeedFinish

MID

Best for: Fine- to coarse-grained snow.

24363 50 ml incl. FinishCork24363-R Racing Pack, (50 ml)

SpeedFinish WET 0° ~ -4° C wet to damp

SpeedFinish MID - 2° ~ -10° C wet, damp, dry

SpeedFinish COLD - 8° ~ -20° C dry

SpeedFinish: World Cup proven formulas give you first class, easy to apply gliding coating. When used with HOLMENKOL® race waxes or other HOLMENKOL® Racing Finish products, you will see outstanding results in terms of gliding effect and versatility. The smallest of particles give a multitude of contact points, which mean that SpeedFinish is firmly locked to your race base.

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SpeedBlock

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Best for: Damp to wet fresh snow, grainy to coarse-grained old or artificial snow.24351 15 g

SpeedBlock

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Best for: Fresh snow or damp old or artificial snow.

24353 15 g

SpeedBlock

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Best for: Cold or grainy snow.

24355 15 g

SpeedBlock WET 0° ~ -5° C wet to damp 95° ~ 100° C

SpeedBlock MID - 2° ~ -10° C wet, damp, dry 115° C

SpeedBlock COLD - 5° ~ -20° C dry 125° C

SpeedBlock: World Cup proven formula for extreme acceleration and high speeds. To be rubbed onto prepared sliding surfaces or other Speed coatings until shortly before the start of the race.

SpeedPaste Racing 0° ~ -6° C wet, damp

SpeedPaste Racing: 100% fluorocarbon race wax paste. World Cup proven. Extreme acceleration, maximum speed and smooth gliding in all speed ranges. High abrasion resistance and outstanding versatility. SpeedPaste can be easily and conveniently applied to any ski until right before the start of the race, ensuring that the base and structure are not damaged. SpeedPaste has been improved to match HOLMENKOL® race waxes, which makes it an essential for winning from start to finish.

SpeedPaste Racing

For all snow types.24370 30 g

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Fluorinated race wax formulas based on hybrid technology for Nordic racing. New raw materials that are being used exclusively by HOLMENKOL® in combination with fluorocarbon work invisibly, providing optimum acceleration and gliding, excellent resistance to abrasion as well as a high level of repellence to water and dirt for an extremely broad range of applications.

The formulas for the MatrixFX system have been optimized to deal with the most frequent snow conditions. It is no longer necessary to mix components. The formula has been optimized for high grade sintered and extrusion bases.

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MatrixFX GREEN

For dry, fresh, grainy and abrasive snow at -8 / -20° C.

24280 2 x 35 g 24281 3 x 150 g

MatrixFX YELLOW

For damp, fresh and fine snow or wet snow at 0 / -2° C.

24250 2 x 35 g24251 3 x 150 g

MatrixFX BLUE

For dry, fresh and fine-grained snow as well as artificial snow at -6 / -15° C.24270 2 x 35 g 24271 3 x 150 g

MatrixFX RED

For damp to dry fresh and fine-grained snow as well as artificial snow at -2 / -6° C.24260 2 x 35 g 24261 3 x 150 g

MatrixFX BK/RED

For dry, old, grainy and abrasive snow.

24292 2 x 35 g 24293 3 x 150 g

MatrixFX BK/BLUE

For dry, old, grainy and abrasive snow.

24294 2 x 35 g 24295 3 x 150 g

MatrixFX BK/YEL

For old, coarse-grained snow, spring snow and artificial snow at 0 / -2° C.24290 2 x 35 g 24291 3 x 150 g

Additiv Extreme Powder

Wax additive to optimize wax properties on ice and extremely abrasive snow.24149 25 g

MatrixFX YELLOW 110° C

MatrixFX BLUE 125° ~ 130° C

MatrixFX RED 120° C

MatrixFX GREEN 140° ~ 150° C

MatrixFX BK/YEL 125° C

MatrixFX BK/RED 130 ° C

MatrixFX BK/BLUE 140° C

Ironing temperatures:

All MatrixFX race waxes also come in 3 x 150 g boxes.

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Fluormix WHITE

Lightly fluorinated high quality training and base wax for all types of snow, preferably for higher moisture.24130 3 x 35 g24133 6 x 150 g

Ultramix BLUE

For cold, very old and abrasive snow.24120 3 x 35 g 24125 6 x 150 g

Alphamix YELLOW

For soft, fresh and fine-grained snow.24100 3 x 35 g 24105 6 x 150 g

Alphamix YELLOW 0° ~ -4 ° C wet to damp 115° ~ 125°

Betamix RED -4° ~ -14° C damp to dry 125° ~ 135°

Ultramix BLUE -8° ~ -20° C damp to dry 135° ~ 140°

Fluormix WHITE 0° ~ -14° C wet to damp 125° ~ 135°

Betamix RED

For all types of snow.24110 3 x 35 g24115 6 x 150 g

Jump Competition RubMix

Optimized ski jump wax to match the particular requirements of the ice track. A small bar to rub on, work in and brush off.24920 3 x 35 g

Jump Competition RED

Optimized ski jump wax to match the particular requirements of the ice track.24915 6 x 150 g

Jump Competition BLUE 24916 6 x 150 g

Jump Competition ARCTIC 24917 6 x 150 g

Jump Ceramic Wax

Highly abrasion-resistant wax for the ceramic inrun track for summer ski jumping. 24906 6 x 150 g

Indoor Hot Wax

Highly abrasion-resistant glide wax, optimized for extremely abrasive artificial snow in indoor ski centres.24711 6 x 150 g

Jump Competition RED 0° ~ -4° C 130° ~ 140°

Jump Competition BLUE -3° ~ -8 ° C 130° ~ 140°

Jump Competition ARCTIC -7° ~ -25° C 140° ~ 150°

Jump Ceramic Wax --- 140° ~ 150°

SkiClip Jump

Handy ski clips. Help protect base and edges of jump skis.20813 1 pce.

BASE WAX JUMP WAX

Successful formulas. Easy application – no mixing needed! Highest quality base and training wax based on hydrocarbons. Used and recommended by national teams and the ski industry.

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Grip wax for classic cross-country skiing incorporating the know-how of legendary top products. Select the right wax depending on snow type and air temperature.

Grip Yellow

Klister type, preferably for changing conditions of fresh and fine, damp snow, in combination with harder wax types.24210 45 g

Grip Red

Best for fine, old or transformed snow as well as fine-grained artificial snow. 24211 45 g

Grip Violet Spezial

Broad application range, from (falling) fresh snow to fine, old or transformed snow and artificial snow. 24212 45 g

Grip Violet

For fresh snow. 24213 45 g

Grip Base

Base wax for enhanced grip wax abrasion resistance, for old and abrasive snow as well as artificial snow.24224 45 g

Grip Blue Extra

Broad application range for dry, fresh and fine-grained powder snow and artificial snow.24217 45 g

Grip Blue

For dry, fresh, largely unchanged snow or very cold, fine-grained snow. 24218 45 g

Grip Green

For dry, cold, fresh snow and largely unchanged snow. 24219 45 g

Grip Blue Spezial

Best for high air humidity and slightly icy track, also to cover softer wax types to enhance gliding.24216 45 g

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Klister Blue

Broad application range on dry, fresh and fine-grained powdery snow and artificial snow.24237 60 ml

Klister Violet

For dry, fresh and largely unchanged or very cold, fine-grained snow. 24236 60 ml

Klister Red

For dry, cold, fresh and largely unchanged snow. 24234 60 ml

Klister Universal

Broad application range, from old, fine-grained snow and icy track to coarse-grained, frozen and damp snow. 24232 60 ml

Klister Silver

For warm, fresh snow and dewy, fine-grained snow, sticky snow.24231 60 ml

Klister Black Spezial

The legendary black klister. Best used as an additive for coarse-grained, frozen to wet snow for enhanced gliding and minimal dirt accumulation. 24230 60 ml

Klister Red Spezial

For warm, fresh snow, watery track and wet snow. 24233 60 ml

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WaxAb - wax remover

Special cleaner and wax remover for deep, gentle cleaning of skis and snowboards. Optimum dosability.24410 250 ml

Cleaner

Special cleaner to remove grease, oil, resin and wax from skis and clothes.20421 500 ml20422 1000 ml20423 3000 ml

Binding adhesive

Special adhesive to fasten binding screws.20476 100 ml

CareFleece 50

50 handy tissues for cleaning and polishing. 24492 25 cm x 20 cm

nano-CFC cleaner

Special cleaner for nano-CFC powder and other RacingFinish products. Reliably dissolves residues, without harming the paraffin basis.24419 500 ml

RepairStrips transparent

Ski base material strips to repair base damages. Iron on using a gas burner.20460 5 pcs.20461 1 kg

RepairStrips black

20465 5 pcs.20466 1 kg

FX-Strips transparent

Special candles for small base repairs. Suitable for all conventional ski bases and particularly for FX-Smartbase. Light the candle, drip on the wax, and you’re done. HOLMENKOL® has the exclusive world rights to supply FX-Smartbase ski wax and repair products.24400 5 pcs.24405 1 kg

FX-Strips black

24401 5 pcs.24406 1 kg

SuperProPlus Wide

First class ski vise for professional edge and base tuning. Particularly suited for jump skis. Max. jaw opening 130 mm. Infinitely adjustable from 90° to 60°.24436

NordicWaxing Spanner

Ski vise for cross-country skis. Excellent when you are on the go.24430

FibreFleece

Versatile cleaning and polishing fleece. High absorbency of liquids and dirt. Comes with free knife.24490 25 m x 20 cm24491 100 m x 20 cm

CLEANING / CARE REPAIR / SkI VISES

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SmartWaxer

Handy wax iron with precise temperature control and constant heat through extra thick bottom plate. Rectangular metal surface. Unique special sole design ensures optimum distribution of wax. Compact, closed design with long cable and rack. 20604 110 V 20603 230 V

Wax iron protection

Smart protection for one of your most important tools. Supplied separately from RacingWaxer.24425

WaxPro

Waxing machine for fast and easy wax application. 24426 Roller width 125 mm

Spare tray for WaxPro

24427 Roller width 125 mm

ClassicWaxer

Handy wax iron with precise temperature control and constant heat through extra thick bottom plate. Rectangular metal surface. With a smooth bottom plate especially suited to iron grip wax. Compact, closed design with long cable and rack. 20602 230 V

Digital RacingWaxer

Professional wax iron with digital temperature display and electronic temperature control. 24423 110 V 24422 230 V

Waxing mask medium

Protection from vapour and dust during waxing and brushing. 20616

Waxing mask gas filter

Gas filter for waxing mask (20616).20617 1 pair

Waxing mask dust filter

Dust filter for waxing mask (20616). 20618 1 pair

WaxFleece

For uniform, sparing wax application.20620 100 pcs.

WAX IRONS

Betamix RED Pastilles

Pellets for direct use with WaxPro. For all types of snow.24115-P 1kg

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Stainless steel scraper

Extra sharp special scraper with extremely long life.20635 112.5 x 60 mm

Plexiglass scraper sharpener PRO

For sharpening and precise dressing of plexiglass scrapers. Easy to handle, height-adjustable tungsten carbide knife with 4 cutting edges. To be screwed to the table / workbench.20632

SIDE-MAXX spare blade

Spare blade for plexiglass scraper sharpener.20556

Plastic scraper

Practical scraper to remove excess hot wax. 20630 130 x 60 x 3 mm

Professional scraper

Special World Cup proven scraper.20631 130 x 60 x 5 mm

Klister scraper

Special universal scraper for grooves and edges, for applying klister and cleaning the grip zone.20637

Groove scraper

High quality durable groove scraper with rounded aluminium to clean the centre groove of cross-country and jump skis.20638

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TRIMAXX – Structure tool

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Base structure tool for jump skis.20643

PadSet – Roughening pads

Special grinding pads to roughen the base.24495

Alpine steel structure brush

Structure brush for extremely wet snow. 20654

TRIMAXX – Nordic structure tool

Base structure tool for cross-country skis. Three different structures with only one tool.20644

FinishCork

Special cork with felt to finish and polish wax and speed products.20645

KlettCork (for PadSet and sandpaper)

Handy polishing cork with hook surface to be used with PadSet and sandpaper.20647

CombiCork (natural + synthetic)

Special cork with synthetic and natural cork side.20648

Nordic cross structure tool

Extremely effective structure tool with two rollers that provide a cross- structure. Greatly enhances gliding on marbled snow and wet snow. 24485

MULTI – Nordic structure tool

Professional structure tool for cross-country skis, for greater speed and optimal gliding properties. Six easily replaceable structuring rollers enable various reversible linear and V struc-tures. Rubber roller on the base and toothed wheel mechanism for smooth, reverse running of structuring rollers.24480

Sandpaper set

To roughen the grip zone of cross-country skis. Back side has hook surface. Grain size 80 – 100 – 120. 20652

SyntheticCork

Special cork to work in classic wax.20646

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OvalBrush Steel MicroFinish

Ultra-fine stainless steel bristles that reveal the structure, making for more speed.24523

OvalBrush Steel

Highly effective tool for cleaning the base prior to waxing and for removing paraffin wax.24522

OvalBrush Bronze

For cleaning the ski base and removing paraffin wax.24520

OvalBrush Horsehair

For revealing the base structure before preparing it with speed products.24533

OvalBrush Nylon

Polishing brush.24530

BRUSHES

BaseBrush Steel MicroFinish

Ultra-fine ski base brush to completely reveal the base structure. A must for racing competitions.24503 125 x 70 mm

BaseBrush BronzeFine

Fine ski base brush used to reveal the base structure.24501 125 x 70 mm

BaseBrush Bronze

For cleaning the ski and removing glide wax.24500 125 x 70 mm

BaseBrush Horsehair

Fine ski base brush for removing glide wax.24513 125 x 70 mm

BaseBrush Synthetic

Universal ski base brush and polishing brush. 24510 125 x 70 mm


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SpeedBrush Horsehair/Bronze

20669

SpeedStick Pro II

Unique click, fast-change mechanism in high-grade stainless steel design. For all SpeedBrush brushes.20685 120 mm

SpeedStick Pro II Adapter

240 mm adapter for SpeedStick (20685). Handy double axis for parallel use of two different brushes.20687 240 mm

SpeedShield Pro II

(working protection)

Shield for SpeedStick (20685).20686 120 mm

SpeedBrush Fleece

Seamless fleece roller for rubbing in Racing Finish.20688

SpeedBrush Cork

For rubbing in Racing Finish.20673

SpeedBrush Bronze

Brush for base cleaning and basic preparation. Always use with working protection (20686).20674

SpeedBrush Horsehair

Ski base brush for removing glide wax.20672

SpeedBrush Fiber

Ski base brush for removing glide wax.20670

SpeedBrush Nylon

Ski base brush for polishing.20671

SpeedBrush Fiber/Bronze

Professional tool for removing glide wax and for basic preparation.20668

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WAXING TABLES

Nordic WaxingProfile Rugged and accurately fitting World Cup ski support. Adjustable to ski lengths from 160cm to 210cm.24444

Nordic LegSet Rugged, lightweight, antiskid leg set for 24439. For mobile use directly on the ski run (comes with a cylinder 24449 and hook 24446).24445

Waxing table PROFI

Professional waxing table, World Cup proven. Robust, handy, indestructible. Comes with a bag.20720

Nordic TableSet

Set for a workspace on the Nordic waxing table or the PROFI waxing table. Contains profiles ref. no. 24439, cylinder 24449 and hook 24446.24437

Nordic waxing table

High-quality, functional waxing table made of stainless steel and aluminium. For one or two work-spaces. Does not include waxing profiles or hooks. Comes with a bag.24443

Insertable waxing profiles

Functional waxing profiles to insert into the waxing table or LegSet. Suitable for all current race skis. 24439

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WaxSetBox, empty

Box for storing all those small items. 20692 (small)

20694 (large)

Wing screw for waxing table

Spare part for Nordic waxing table.24447

Cellular rubber strip

Spare rubber for waxing profile. 24448 430 x 10 x 5 mm 4 pcs.

Waxing apron

Functional World Cup apron with many handy pockets.20750

Bottlebag

Drink belt with extra pocket and cup.20967 1l

Tape (plastic)

Narrow adhesive tape for ski service.20740

Nordic SkiClip - Racing

Handy ski clips. Protect base and edges, for cross-country race skis. 20812 1 pce.

Nordic SkiClip

Handy ski clips. Protect base and edges, for all types of cross-country skis.20811 1 pce.

Biathlon rifle bag

20965

Waistbag - Racing

20977

Shoulder Bag - Racing

20978

Ski band for waxing room - Nordic

For 12 pairs of cross-country skis. 24690

Tape smart (paper)

Large, flexible masking tape, easy to tear, reusable.20741

Thermometer for snow / air

-30 / +50° C

20731

Steel cylinder for binding hook

24449

Bag for waxing table - empty Spare bag for 20720 and 24433.20722

HOLMENKOL® blue ServiceBox

Large service box for TuneUp material and ski wax with various sizes of dra-wers. World Cup proven. 20703 465 x 180 x 360 mm

Nordic binding hook

Hook to lock cross-country skis. 24446

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PreWash Sport - 22232– Special stain remover for sports and functional textiles – Effectively removes typical stains such as grass, soil, lubricating grease and blood

TextileWash - 22233– Functional washing agent for all kinds of ski clothes (ski suits, functional textiles, socks and gloves) – Hygienic and effective washing even at very low temperatures through the integral hygiene effect– Removes dirt and sweat-related odours even at a washing temperature of 30° C

SportHygienic - 22121– Concentrated hygienic spray with odour absorber– Prevents odours from developing in ski boots– Ideal for the inside of rucksacks, gloves and ski stock straps NaturalWash - 22245– Mild washing liquid with special care agents for natural fibres– Suitable for (merino) wool, silk, etc. and natural fillings (feathers / down)– Gentle, hygienic cleaning

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WATERPROOFING / CARE

NoFog - 22301– High-tech cleaner for glasses, with anti-fog coating– Effectively prevents fogging, even in extreme humidity– Cleans all uncoated glasses– Also suitable for visors and special glasses

HighTec Proof - 22150– Highly efficient waterproofing for leather and textiles– Promotes the breathability of ski clothes – Strongly water and dirt repellent

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Repeat this process several times, approximately 8 – 10 times for cold snow skis and 2 – 3 times for wet snow skis. The ski is then ready for the track or to continue with race wax.

1 Use PadSet (green) to remove fine micro hair from the base. For cold snow skis, rub approx. 10 times. For wet snow skis, omit this step in order to keep the structure sharp.

Tip: For basic preparation of cold snow skis, use a hard wax (e.g., MatrixFX GREEN, alternatively Ultramix BLUE), for basic preparation of wet snow skis, use a softer wax (e.g., Betamix RED, MatrixFX RED)

Before you use new skis for the first time, you should give them some basic preparation. This also goes for freshly sharpened and structured skis. This first preparation is important as it enables the wax to penetrate deep into the ski base. Due to mechanical structuring of the base, fine hairs are produced and these are removed by this preparation. As a general rule skis for cold snow must be prepared more frequently and more precisely than those for wet snow.

For this application you need the following products:

PadSet Ref. no. 24495 p. 24 Optional: KlettCork Ref. no. 20647 p. 25BaseBrush Bronze Ref. no. 24500 p. 27Digital RacingWaxer Ref. no. 24422 p. 20 Alternatively: SmartWaxer Ref. no. 20603 p. 20 Plastic scraper Ref. no. 20630 p. 22HOLMENKOL® base wax p. 12FibreFleece Ref. no. 24490 p. 18

2 Brush the ski 10 – 20 times with the BaseBrush Bronze in running direction, then clean with FibreFleece.

3 Wax the ski thoroughly.

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4 Scrape the wax in running direction using a sharp plastic scraper.

5 Brush the ski 10 – 20 times with the BaseBrush Bronze in running direction.

6 Clean the ski using FibreFleece.

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Following basic preparation, race wax (MatrixFX) and SpeedFinish products can be applied.


Groove scraper Ref. no. 20638 p. 22Klister scraper Ref. no. 20637 p. 22Plastic scraper Ref. no. 20630 p. 22BaseBrush Bronze Ref. no. 24500 p. 27BaseBrush Steel MicroFinish Ref. no. 24503 p. 27HOLMENKOL® base wax p. 12HOLMENKOL® race wax p. 10/11Digital RacingWaxer Ref. no. 24422 p. 20 Alternatively: SmartWaxer Ref. no. 20603 p. 20 FibreFleece Ref. no. 24490 p. 18

1 Clean the centre groove using the groove scraper.

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4 Evenly apply HOLMENKOL® base wax (hydrocarbon) or race wax (MatrixFX) using the wax iron (follow the waxing chart!).

6 Clean the centre groove with the groove scraper when still warm.

GLIDE ZONE PREPARATIONWITH RACE WAX

Preparation with Race wax:

Clean the side walls using the klister scraper.

Remove old wax residues from the ski base using a sharp plastic scraper (training / base / transport wax).

Tip: Do not apply too much pressure when scraping, otherwise the base structure may be altered.

2 Brush the ski with the BaseBrush Bronze in running direction.

5 Evenly iron on the wax in running direction.

Repeat 2 – 3 times. Take care not to overheat the ski or to burn the ski base.

Tip: To avoid burning the base, you may want to use HOLMENKOL® WaxFleece (ref. no. 20620).

7 Clean the side walls using the klister scraper.

3 Reveal the structure using the BaseBrush Steel MicroFinish, then remove wax residues using FibreFleece.

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39 Brush off the ski in running direction using the BaseBrush Bronze. Then clean with FibreFleece.

10 Revealing the structure with the BaseBrush Steel MicroFinish saves precious time during the race!


SpeedPowder Matrix wet / mid / cold p. 4Digital RacingWaxer Ref. no. 24422 p. 20 Alternatively: SmartWaxer Ref. no. 20603 p. 20 Alternatively: SpeedBrush Fleece Ref. no. 20688 p. 29 Alternatively: SpeedBrush Cork Ref. no. 20673 p. 29BaseBrush Synthetic Ref. no. 24510 p. 27BaseBrush Horsehair Ref. no. 24513 p. 27BaseBrush Steel MicroFinish Ref. no. 24503 p. 27FibreFleece Ref. no. 24490 p. 18

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Preparation with Matrix SpeedPowder:

1 Evenly apply a sufficient layer of SpeedPowder to the ski which has previously been prepared with base and race wax.

Evenly iron on the layer in running direction. Allow the base to cool.

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Fix using the SpeedCork or SpeedFleece with max. 1200 rpm, applying gentle pressure.

4 Rub the cooled SpeedPowder coating with the BaseBrush Synthetic.Then repeat step 3.

6 In order to reveal the ski microstructure, brush the base again 2 – 3 times in running direction using the BaseBrush Steel MicroFinish. This saves precious time during the race!

5 Allow the powder to cool down again and brush off using the BaseBrush Horsehair.

Tip: You can scrape SpeedPowder lightly using a plastic scraper. Remove the remaining powder residue with FibreFleece.

2 Fix the powder to the base using the wax iron.

8 Once the ski has cooled down, scrape the wax in running direction using a plastic scraper. Apply medium pressure.

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4 In order to reveal the ski microstructure, brush the base again 2 - 3 times in running direction using the BaseBrush Steel MicroFinish. Remove remaining SpeedBlock residue using FibreFleece.

Tip: Repeating these steps several times in a row provides even more abrasion resistance and enhances gliding over long distances.

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After having prepared the ski with base and race wax, apply an even layer of SpeedBlock applying gentle pressure.

Fix SpeedBlock to the base using the wax iron. Evenly iron on the layer in running direction. Allow the base to cool.

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Fix using the SpeedCork or SpeedFleece at a maximum speed of 1200 rpm, applying gentle pressure or work in using the FinishCork.

3 Brush off SpeedBlock using the BaseBrush Horsehair.

11 After having prepared the ski with base and race wax, apply an even layer of SpeedPaste.

22 Work in the layer using the SpeedCork, the SpeedBrush Fleece at a maximum speed of 1200 rpm, applying gentle pressure or using the FinishCork.

3 Brush off SpeedPaste Racing using the BaseBrush Horsehair.

4 In order to reveal the ski microstructure, brush the base again 2 - 3 times in running direction using the BaseBrush Steel MicroFinish. Remove remaining SpeedPaste Racing residue using FibreFleece.


Preparation with SpeedPaste Racing:


SpeedPaste Racing Ref. no. 24370 p. 6FinishCork Ref. no. 20645 p. 25 Alternatively: SpeedBrush Fleece Ref. no. 20688 p. 29 Alternatively: SpeedBrush Cork Ref. no. 20673 p. 29BaseBrush Horsehair Ref. no. 24513 p. 27BaseBrush Steel MicroFinish Ref. no. 24503 p. 27FibreFleece Ref. no. 24490 p. 18

iFor this application you need the following products:

SpeedBlock wet / mid / cold p. 7Digital RacingWaxer Ref. no. 24422 p. 20 Alternatively: SmartWaxer Ref. no. 20603 p. 20 Alternatively: FinishCork Ref. no. 20645 p. 25 Alternatively: SpeedBrush Fleece Ref. no. 20688 p. 29 Alternatively: SpeedBrush Cork Ref. no. 20673 p. 29BaseBrush Horsehair Ref. no. 24513 p. 27BaseBrush Steel MicroFinish Ref. no. 24503 p. 27FibreFleece Ref. no. 24490 p. 18

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Structure adaptation using hand structure tools:

Combination with SpeedPowderApply SpeedPowder as recommended (pages 44 onwards) and brush off completely. Spray SpeedFinish onto the prepared ski and work in as described in the instructions (see above).

In racing sport, base structures often need to be adapted to actual conditions at short notice. This can be done using hand structure tools after complete waxing.

1 After having prepared the ski with base and race wax, evenly spray SpeedFinish onto the ski from a distance of approx. 20 cm.

2 After drying, ideally use the SpeedBrush Fleece – at a maximum speed of 1200 rpm, applying gentle pressure – to work in SpeedFinish. Alternatively, you may use the SpeedCork or the FinishCork.

3 Brush off SpeedFinish using the BaseBrush Horsehair.

4 In order to reveal the ski microstructure, brush the base again 2 – 3 times in running direction using the BaseBrush Steel MicroFinish. Remove remaining SpeedFinish residue using FibreFleece.


Preparation with SpeedFinish:


SpeedFinish wet / mid / cold p. 5SpeedBrush Fleece Ref. no. 20688 p. 29 Alternatively: SpeedBrush Cork Ref. no. 20673 p. 29 Alternatively: FinishCork Ref. no. 20645 p. 25BaseBrush Horsehair Ref. no. 24513 p. 27BaseBrush Steel MicroFinish Ref. no. 24503 p. 27FibreFleece Ref. no. 24490 p. 18

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Nordic cross structure tool Ref. no. 24485 p. 24TRIMAXX – Nordic structure tool Ref. no. 20644 p. 24MULTI – Nordic structure tool Ref. no. 24480 p. 24BaseBrush Steel MicroFinish Ref. no. 24503 p. 27

1 Use the Nordic cross structure tool for marbled and wet snow. Put the stop against the ski edge and roll from tip to tail while applying even pressure.

Alternatively:For dry to damp, fine- to coarse-grained old snow, use TRIMAXX Nordic. Apply the structure and guide rolls precisely and roll from tip to tail while applying even pressure. Mind the direction of the arrow.

Alternatively:For wet snow, fine- to coarse-grained old snow and artificial snow, use Nordic Multi StructureTool. Select a suitable roll depending on snow conditions. Apply to the tip and roll to the tail while applying even pressure.

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2 Brush again lightly using the BaseBrush Steel MicroFinish.

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After the run / race, the glide zone of the ski should be cleaned for the next use.


Plastic scraper Ref. no. 20630 p. 22OvalBrush Steel Ref. no. 24522 p. 26 Alternatively: BaseBrush Bronze Ref. no. 24500 p. 27Digital RacingWaxer Ref. no. 24422 p. 20 Alternatively: SmartWaxer Ref. no. 20603 p. 20 HOLMENKOL® base wax p. 12FibreFleece Ref. no. 24490 p. 18

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1 Slightly scrape the base using the plastic scraper.

2 Brush off the base several times in running direction using the OvalBrush Steel or BaseBrush Bronze. Remove remaining residue with FibreFleece.

3 Apply the base wax (e.g., Betamix RED) onto the base and iron on.

4 Scrape the wax in running direction.

Then thoroughly brush off the ski using theOvalBrush Steel or the BaseBrush Bronze.

1 Soak FibreFleece or CareFleece with nano-CFC cleaner and thoroughly rub on the ski surface.

2 Then, while the ski is still wet, quickly brush it off with a clean BaseBrush Steel MicroFinish. Brush in running direction.

3 Remove remaining residue using FibreFleece or CareFleece.


nano-CFC Cleaner Ref. no. 24419 p. 18FibreFleece Ref. no. 24490 p. 18 Alternatively: CareFleece 50 Ref. no. 24492 p. 18BaseBrush Steel MicroFinish Ref. no. 24503 p. 27

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When using fluorinated finish products, wax absorption of the base may be impaired. nano-CFC cleaner dissolves fluorine residue without harming the paraffin basis.

Tip: If the skis are not used immediately after this step, you may want to iron on a protective or training wax (Betamix RED) to the base. Repeat as needed depending on the degree of damage.

SkI CLEANING AFTER USING FINISH PRODUCTS:

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For fine-grained, grainy, old or artificial snow or for runs across longer distances, you should apply Grip Base to enhance abrasion resistance.

On fresh snow, it is not necessary to apply a layer of Grip Base as fresh snow is less abrasive. Iron on a layer of Grip Blue or Grip Green instead.

1 Roughen the grip zone using sandpaper (grain size 100 to 120) and the KlettCork.

2 Apply a thin layer of Grip Base.

3 Iron on the layer using the ClassicWaxer and allow to cool.

4 Rub off Grip Base using the SyntheticCork.

Tip: To enhance gliding, a layer of Grip Blue may be applied onto Grip Base and then ironed on. Allow this layer to cool and rub off using the SyntheticCork.


Sandpaper set Ref. no. 20652 p. 24 Optional: KlettCork Ref. no. 20647 p. 25Grip Base Ref. no. 24224 p. 15ClassicWaxer Ref. no. 20602 p. 20SyntheticCork Ref. no. 20646 p. 25

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1 Roughen the grip zone using sandpaper (grain size 100 to 120) and the KlettCork.

2 Select grip wax to suit current conditions (see page 17) and apply several thin layers.The number and thickness of layers depend on ski hardness, snow type and length of the track.

3 Thoroughly rub off each layer using a cork.


Sandpaper set Ref. no. 20652 p. 24 Optional: KlettCork Ref. no. 20647 p. 25HOLMENKOL® Grip depending on type of snow and air temperature p. 15SyntheticCork Ref. no. 20646 p. 25

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To enhance abrasion resistance and stability of klister, applying a basic klister is recommended, i.e., Klister Blue.

1 Roughen the grip zone using sandpaper (grain size 80) and the KlettCork.

2 As a base, apply Klister Blue. Ideally, apply in a fishbone pattern.

3 Iron on the klister using the ClassicWaxer and allow to cool.

4 Select klister to suit current snow conditions (see table) and evenly apply in a fishbone pattern. The thickness of the layer depends on ski hardness and snow type.


Sandpaper set Ref. no. 20652 p. 24 Optional: KlettCork Ref. no. 20647 p. 25Klister Blue Ref. no. 24237 p. 16ClassicWaxer Ref. no. 20602 p. 20HOLMENKOL® klister depending on type of snow and air temperature p. 16Klister scraper Ref. no. 20637 p. 22 Optional: SyntehticCork Ref. no. 20646 p. 25

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5 Then spread the klister across the grip zone using the klister scraper.

Alternatively, the klister may be applied using the heel of the hand and the SyntheticCork.

Tip: When applying outdoors or in low outdoor temperatures, slightly warm the klister prior to application.

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1 Remove grip wax or klister residue from the grip zone using the klister scraper.

2 Spray on WaxAb and allow time to react.

3 Soak a pad with cleaner or WaxAb and clean the wax residue from ski base and the side wall.

4 Remove remaining dirt residue from the grip zone with cleaner or WaxAb and FibreFleece.


Klisterspachtel Ref. no. 20637 p. 22WaxAb – wax remover spray Ref. no. 24410 p. 18FibreFleece Ref. no. 24490 p. 18PadSet Ref. no. 24495 p. 24

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2 Carefully fill any defects (scratches) with FX-Strips.

3 Remove excess FX-Strip material using the stainless steel scraper.

4 Smooth the repaired spot using the green pad or sandpaper.


FX-Strips p. 19Stainless steel scraper Ref. no. 20635 p. 22PadSet Ref. no. 24495 p. 24 Optional: KlettCork Ref. no. 20647 p. 25 Optional: Sandpaper set Ref. no. 20652 p. 24

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Thoroughly clean the wax residue from the base (page 56).1

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ALL ABOUT SNOW

It is no surprise that ski waxing used to be considered almost a black art, comparable with the secrets of medieval alchemists: Snow is infinitely variable, just like nature itself. Its consistency depends on a range of factors like temperature, air humidity, age, and crystalline structure. Advanced ski wax today makes it easy even for beginners to make the right choice, always provided that he or she gets a true picture of the condition of snow and potential changes during the day.

If you want to properly prepare your skis, you need to know all about snow!

Temperature

HOLMENKOL® was the world’s first wax manufacturer to take into account air temperature, snow temperature, type and structure of snow as well as snow and air humidity when developing glide wax. The application temperature of HOLMENKOL® glide wax refers to the snow temperature. Due to its higher thermal capacity, the temperature of snow changes much more slowly than that of air, which means that it is more stable even under extreme climatic conditions (e.g., foehn winds).

Please note that air and snow temperatures may differ strongly.

Snow structure and humidity

The structure of the snow gives important pointers for selecting the best wax. Snow granularity and snow moisture both have an impact on the friction and suction of the base. HOLMENKOL® differentiates between fresh snow, fine- / coarse-grained, old snow and artificial snow. These snow types can be dry, damp or wet. Each of these combinations has an influence on wax selection. For instance, under certain conditions, snow can be very damp, but made up of hard, sharp crystals. For this type of snow, a wax is needed which is highly re-sistant to abrasion, as well as highly water repellent.

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ALL ABOUT SNOW

HOLMENKOL® acknowledged the importance of snow consistency to wax development by introducing hybrid technology.

Fresh snow Snow at the dew point Old snow

This is a simplified description of four basic snow types:

Crystalline, unaltered snowflakes with delicate crystals. These snowflakes are harder when it is cold and softer when temperatures are milder. The delicate crystals are easily pressed when gliding and produce a friction and suction effect which can be reduced using an appropria-te wax formula and suitable base structure.

Fresh snow

This has already undergone one or more transformation processes due to temperature changes, which have caused the outer crystal tips to melt or tear off so that a granular structure is produced. This kind of snow has a lower suction effect but greater friction effect than fresh snow. Depending on the temperature, the snow can be damp and soggy or dry if it is cold and windy.

Fine-grained snow (old snow)

This type of snow has lost its original shape as the result of several freezing and melting processes and is defor-med into a snow grain, that is, it has become metamor-phous. Most frequent grain sizes range from 1 to 3 mm. The best known coarse-grain snow types are firn and snow crust.

Coarse-grained snow (old snow)

The abrasive character of this kind of snow creates a challenge for waxing staff. Due to its high density and in-homogeneous shape, this snow is very dull and requires a wax with very high abrasion resistance. A number of transformation processes cause the snow surface to change to crystalline shapes, which enhances the gli-ding properties and means a softer wax can be used. Despite its unwelcome properties, this is the most com-mon snow type in international competitions.

Artificial snow

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Grip waxes need to satisfy three basic demands:

1. Adherence to the base:

Ironing or warming the first layer it is recommended. Ironing a thin layer of Base is only necessary for very abrasive snow. When using klister, it is generally recommended to underlay a filmy layer of klister blue.

2. Wax should allow snow crystals to press in:

Cold, fresh snow has a fine structure with characteristic hexagonal, sharp-edged crystals. It easily presses into even very hard wax. On the contrary, powder snow – influenced by sun, wind and changing temperatures – does not usually possess such sharp edges and therefore needs softer wax. Coarse-grained snow cannot be pressed into the thin kick wax layers and therefore klister is used. Klister is softer and is usually applied in thicker layers. It is able to grip onto large crystals with less edges.

3. Wax should release snow crystals:

You should not use too soft a wax as the snow crystals can get stuck in the wax and freeze. This can result in the formation of calks on the bottom of the ski and in any case leads to reduced gliding properties. A soft layer may have to be covered with a harder one in order to give grip and good gliding properties at the same time.

Application of HOLMENKOL® grip waxes is dependent on air temperature.

The most important aspect of classical skiing is the choice of the ski.

It should have enough tension to prevent the wax joint from being pressed down on the snow while gliding. On the other hand, the ski must be flexible enough to allow the grip wax to be pressed on the ground during kick phases. Due to a thicker wax layer, klister skis should be somewhat stiffer than those for kick wax. As a general rule, hard skis should be used for hard trails and soft skis should be used for soft trails. Experts may help in selecting the appropriate ski and defining the grip zone. If you still have problems, a “paper test” may help.

Kick wax ski

Fold a sheet of paper once and place under the grip zone. Evenly strain both skis. A second person then pulls the sheet towards the tip. When the sheet stops, you have the front mark for kick wax. Do the same for the tail area. If the sheet can be pulled beyond the heel end, the grip zone ends and the heel end.

Klister ski

Fold the sheet twice and repeat the process as described for kick wax.

Grip zone Glide zoneGlide zone

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The base structure (contact surface between ski and snow surface) impacts the gliding properties of the ski.During gliding, the snow crystals produce friction and the water contained in the snow leads to suction. With special base structures, these effects can be redu-ced or eliminated completely. Generally skis made by well known manufacturers are supplied with a structure to match ski tension and base.

Different structures are possible: Cold snow – fine structure Fine-grained snow and artificial snow – medium structure Fine-grained, damp and wet snow – coarse structure

Examples of structures

Fine Medium Coarse

Linear structure Cross structure Cross structure

However stone ground structures are subject to ageing due to repeated waxing and to use of the ski. Service experts combine various stone and base structures. HOLMENKOL® base structure tools “TRIMAXX”, “Nordic Cross-StructureTool” and “Nordic MultiStructureTool” help enhance the gliding properties of machine-ground skis or unstructured skis.

HOLMENKOL® structure tools give reversible structures which are marked into the ski base. Using hot wax, these structures can be removed. Like ski wax, structures may be purposefully selected and applied to match current requirements.

Nordic CrossStructureTool – marbled and wet snow

Usually the structures are applied by the manufacturer using advanced stone grinders. Stone grinding gives durable structures. Only by re-grinding the skis can this pattern be changed later on. The structure defines the application of the ski. For cross-country skis, three different structure types are available:

General rule:

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fine-grained snow / new snow – fine structure 0.3 mmcoarse-grained snow / damp snow – medium structure 0.5 mmcoarse-grained wet snow – coarse structure 0.9 mm

Tip: In order to achieve optimum results, the hand-marked structure is only applied after waxing.

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SAFETY MEASURESDURING WAXING

For all HOLMENKOL® base, race and speed waxes, information on the processing temperature is included on the packaging. As with any work in the workshop, there are some safety measures and rules which should be observed:

Ensure the workshop is well-ventilated.

Do not expose wax to naked flames or equipment with revealed heating wires.

Do not smoke whilst working.

Only use special wax irons.

Do not exceed the specified wax temperature. (Avoid smoke forming.)

Race waxes should be ironed at between 115° C and 140° C, SpeedPowder at between 150° C and 160° C. Higher temperatures are not needed.

HOLMENKOL® SpeedPowder is NON toxic and DOES NOT harm the environment. At temperatures above 165° C, however, toxic compounds may be produced. Therefore avoid naked flames, materials that are glowing hot or equipment with revealed heating wires during work. When working in and brushing off waxes, particulate matter may be produced. Ensure sufficient ventilation during handling and use a mask or other respiratory protection if possible, especially when brushing off.

When using spray products, make sure the workshop is sufficiently ventilated. Do not inhale the spray fog.

When using base cleaners, make sure the workshop is sufficiently ventilated. Never directly inhale vapours.

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APPLICATION VIDEOS / SEMINARS

Stunning views from the slopes! HOLMENKOL would like to express their

thanks to the Kitzsteinhorn / Kaprun glacier region for their co-operation.

You can view the videos showing how to deal with waxing and preparing on our website:www.holmekol.com/Erlebniswelten/Snow. In addition, we offer ski waxing seminars, led by our World Cup experienced service staff, in conjunction with sportswear outlets and ski clubs. For more information, please contact: [email protected], phone: (+49) 7156-6101-100 or your sportswear outlet.

Supporting children: HOLMENKOL supports “Right To Play”, a nongovern-mental organization (NGO) committed to improving the lives of the most disadvan-taged children and their communities through sport.

www.righttoplay.com

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