Message #5557

[Gary]

Svend....I have a medium file and a course file. Because I hit my skis every couple times out with the blue diamond stone followed by the white ceramic polishing stone....use of either of the files especially the course file is not common. If I'm out west putting in 6 days of skiing, I may run the medium file down sides and bases edges oh so lightly just to knock off any heavy nicks or burrs but pretty much rely on the blue diamond stone and the white ceramic to keep the edge hard and sharp.

Keep a light steady hand and feel the edges...hey...just like skiing.... Like Ron says, Little is better in this case!

You can both hear and feel what's happening as you slide the guides along. Always work tip to tail and make sure you don't over work any one spot on the edges. Try to work in continuous motion. Only use the files if the skis have been unattended for long periods.
Trust the diamond and ceramic stones....wet (with water) first and sharpen and polish. (Luke) "the force be with you" ...leave your light saber home!?

Hope this helps.

Gary