How do i fix some deep scratches on the base of my skis?

Question

I don't know if a regular tune up at a shop will take care of those.

Answer 1

Depending on how "deep". Smaller surface gouges can be taken care of usually with a base flattening...and they don't affect the ski that much anyways.

But if it is a definite deep gouge, a shop can fill it. In fact, shops can repair just about anything, although it would be a little more expensive than a regular tune.

It is possible to fill them yourself, but I have never had any luck with that. The Petex always comes out.

Answer 2

Any professional top quality shop should be able to repair the scrathches. If they are deep gouges down to the core material(commonly called a core shot) then a base weld may be required.  I personally will never try to repair a scratch in my equipment, I just don't have the skill.  I've tried a few times but the fill seem to come loose after a couple of days skiing.  Good luck and have a good season.  Jim.

Answer 3

You'll want to make sure your ski shop does p-tex. Ask them f they can repair your bases, they should be able to if they're any good