SWIX HS8 RED -4°C/+4°C SKI WAX - 180g

Swix HS8 Red -4°C/+4°C Ski Wax - 180g

Engineered for transitional snow conditions around the freezing point, this high-speed fluor-free hydrocarbon glide wax delivers superior speed and moisture repellency in temperatures ranging from -4°C to +4°C (25°F to 39°F). Its specialized mid-soft formulation optimizes base lubrication in high-humidity snowpack, wet natural snow, and damp artificial surfaces. Serving as an economical bulk block for high-volume users, it operates effectively as a standalone race wax, an everyday training glider, or a protective base preparation layer prior to applying liquid topcoats.

Designed for hot-wax application using a dedicated waxing iron set to a recommended temperature of 130°C (266°F), the solid block melts smoothly to ensure thorough saturation of sintered base structures. A uniform iron pass rate of 8 to 10 seconds per ski facilitates deep base penetration without subjecting base materials to excessive heat stress. Allowing the wax to cool completely before scraping and brushing creates a durable, hydrophobic surface engineered to minimize moisture suction in damp conditions.

Key Features

• Fluor-free High Speed (HS) hydrocarbon formulation
• Operating temperature range of -4°C to +4°C (25°F to 39°F)
• Recommended waxing iron application temperature of 130°C (266°F)
• Mid-soft formulation optimized for moist and high-humidity snow
• Functions as a standalone race wax or topcoat base layer
• Bulk 180g block packaging format

Best For

• High-volume alpine, nordic, and snowboard base glide tuning
• Training and racing in transitional sub-zero and above-freezing temperatures
• High-humidity, damp, or wet snow conditions
• Base preparation and saturation under warm-temperature liquid topcoats
• Ski shops, race clubs, and frequent tuners needing bulk quantity