tuning workshops

[SKIQUATTRO]

anyone know of any hands on tuning workshops? I've been tuning for a few years but am always intersted in learning more....

 

[wa-loaf]

Don't know of any, but Tognar.com has a ton of info and tutorials.

Check the swix website. I know their reps travel around and do demos.

 

[snowmonster]

REI Reading on Nov. 13, at 7 PM
http://www.rei.com/stores/store_eve...d=30&template_family=webDetail&ignore_cache=1

 

[WJenness]

REI Reading on Nov. 13, at 7 PM
http://www.rei.com/stores/store_eve...d=30&template_family=webDetail&ignore_cache=1

Thanks for the heads up.

I just called and registered.

Details:

Ski & Snowboard Waxing 101
11/13/2008 7:00 PM

Join an REI ski shop technician as we show you the basics of cross country ski, alpine ski and snowboard waxing. We will go over base repair and prep, sharpening, and waxing. Our expert technician will also go into an in-depth examination of how and why waxes work. A must-attend for all serious skiers and boarders. Clinic is free and open to all REI members and guests. However, space will be limited. So contact REI Reading Customer Service at 781-944-5103 to reserve your spot today.

* Location:Reading In-store Clinic
* Contact:Contact Reading Customer Service at 781-944-5103
* Cost: Free
* Registration Required? Yes. Contact Reading Customer Service at 781-944-5103

Are you going snowmonster?

-w

 

[BeanoNYC]

I've suggested many times to the guys at snohaus that they should have workshop and offer a 10% discount on tuning equipment after the seminar. Always falls on deaf ears...

 

[Glenn]

The West Hartford one is having the same event.

http://www.rei.com/stores/store_eve...d=30&template_family=webDetail&ignore_cache=1

 

[Philpug]

I tend to sell them before they need tuning.

 

[bigbog]

....

Ditto on anything in-person, but Tognar's and SVST's stuff is really good...*along with Epicski's Tuning Forum
**"AtomicMan" has a nice archived entry there(Epicski)...(..think Phil will agree....Phil you crack me up.. :lol: )
It's great to be able to do it yourself(after some tries...get some rock skis to practice on!!).
The convenience and enjoyment..and savings, especially if you have a crowd, ya' can't get that service with any super busy shop..overnight...and your skis can be mint every skiday...


SteveD

 

[Glenn]

Good point on Tongar. I finally got their catalog the week before last. They only send em' out once a year. The advice in there is fantastic...lots of good info! I'm slowly rebuilding my tuning collection. I used to do my own skis back in the day. The only thing that's really different is structuring the base; that seems to be more prevelant for the DIY tuner these days. I've got the wax, I've got the scraper, a few edge sharpeners, scored an iron from tramdock and a set of swix vises. I just need to a structure tool and I'm set. Oh, I have to build a work bench in the boiler room as well. And a florescent light needs to be added.

 

[snowmonster]

Are you going snowmonster?

-w

I wasn't thinking of going but a refresher is always good. I'll confirm closer to the date.

Re: structure -- I have a structure tool but it's one of those that just imprint. May switch back to sandpaper.

 

[mishka]

I went to REI in Rhode Island ....was not interesting at all.

 

[WJenness]

I'm out for tonight's tuning workshop at REI.

I've been gifted Pats tickets for tonight

I called and canceled so there should be a spot open if anyone got shut out.

-w

 

[grindrite8]

vt ski saftey has an event @sugarbush on tues in the on mountain shop called ski mechanics workshop concact them if u are interested this is a hands on event