Demon Hyper Speed Ski & Snowboard Tune Kit with Iron, 1lb Wax Block & Base Cleaner
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Yes. The iron has a rectangle bottom and comes with the set. It's something I've used about 20 times and would strongly recommend.
The gummy stone is, in fact, included in the package.
It should have included a multi-purpose wax.
You must purchase the wax separately because there are many different types of wax and purchasing a large piece is the most cost-effective option.
Selected User Reviews For Demon Hyper Speed Ski & Snowboard Tune Kit with Iron, 1lb Wax Block & Base Cleaner
Almost everything you'll require is included. This is a very high-quality product. Kit of high quality and breadth. Instead of taking my board to the shop, I wanted a complete set so I could begin maintaining it myself. By watching YouTube videos, I was able to learn how to use everything - Simply type snowboard tuning into the search bar and sort by the number of views. This set comes with three brushes: The brass one is used to clean the board prior to waxing, while the nylon and horsehair ones are used after waxing. There's a guided edge filer in there, as well as several scrapers (metal and plastic), ptex, and a lot more. The iron heats up to a comfortable temperature. One thing to keep in mind about the guided filer: The angles (88 and 90) are printed on the side; face the side with the desired angle toward the board. br>br>There are a few things you should consider including in your kit: br>1) A Sharpie or other permanent marker. This can be used to file the edges of objects. To see what I'm talking about, look at the YouTube videos. 2) A snowboard vise, which is useful but can be costly - If you're on a budget, you can do it yourself.
Everything on the list was included in my kit, as well as a gummi stone for edges, which was not mentioned in the description but was a welcome addition. Brushes, files, and edge tools are all of reasonable to excellent quality. My brass brush's bristles are slightly uneven in length, but that isn't a problem for that brush. It's only for getting rid of old wax, so precision isn't required. The horsehair and nylon brushes, on the other hand, did not have this issue and provided a good finish. I had to use half of the tiny bottle of base cleaner to remove all of the old wax at once, so it's pretty weak, and I'm sure most store-bought citrus cleaners are better. The iron warmed up quickly and worked well; On tips and tails, a slightly convex curved shape would be more effective, but it's fine. The wax itself is probably the weakest link in this kit. If you know how to apply makeup sparingly and not excessively, you'll have a leg up on the competition. Apply your wax; this massive block will last a long time, and it'll be ideal if you have a sintered base and like to do a lot of cleaning cycles with cheap wax, but it's a soft formula to begin with. It still takes fingerprints and scuffs from the slightest touch, even after leaving it overnight at room temperature before finishing, and it should set up harder than that. I'm thinking about giving it away and replacing it with a better wax, but first I'll see how it performs on the hill.
It was my first time waxing a snowboard because it was a hand-me-down with worn-out rails and base. This kit did a fantastic job, and the board's bottom now appears to be almost brand new. I was surprised to learn that the pex gaps will most likely need to be filled again. The waxing went on smoothly, but scraping is a pain. The brushes performed admirably. The only thing I bought extra for the money was an edge kit with three grades of sharpening stones because my edges were in terrible shape. Make certain the stones are wetted. When waxing, keep moving the iron and going over the board several times after the wax has been applied. I think I did five passes, and after the wax was applied, scraped, and brushed, the board looked fantastic. We'll see how I did next year since my son didn't get to use it before the season ended.
I finally had to replace my flat iron from the 1950s. It's something I've been doing for a long time. After doing some research and reading the reviews, I decided to take a chance. I haven't been let down. It comes with good heat control and good wax. Since my racing days, I've done all of my own waxing and base repairs, and this iron is all you'll ever need. The extras are nice, but I already have a scraper and a cork, so I'm not sure how much I'll use them. I'm not sure if it'll last as long as my old iron (which is now displayed alongside my other antique tools), but it should last at least 20 years, which is probably all I can hope for on the slopes.
I made the decision to start caring for my own snowboards, so I purchased this kit. This is a good starter kit in my opinion, as it includes everything you'll need to tune your snowboard, including a simple to use iron. Around 284 degrees Fahrenheit, the wax melts and spreads easily. I've waxed about 15 snowboards so far and still have about half of the wax left.
I had never waxed or tuned my own skis before, so I was still learning the process as well as the tools needed. I was relieved to discover that this is a comprehensive kit that includes everything you'll need to get started tuning your own skis, saving me the time and effort of having to shop for, compare, and order each component separately. I also found the Demon instructional videos to be extremely beneficial. I can't speak to the gear's durability because I've only tuned and waxed my skis once, but so far, this kit has performed admirably!.
I initially believed the metal scraper was missing from the kit. I contacted the vendor, who responded within minutes (even though it was after business hours!). ) and they told me to look in the brush case, which I did, and there it was! Customer service is fantastic, and I mean that. Team Demon, you did a fantastic job.
Everything you'll need is included in the kit, as well as some explanations if you're not sure what you're looking for. There is plenty of wax included, as well as a nice scraper. The only complaint I have, and it isn't significant enough to detract from a full star, is that the iron appears to be a little small for me in comparison to my old snowboard irons, but otherwise it is perfect.