What types of snow are there?

Not all snow is the same, because each snowflake is unique. No two snowflakes look alike, and just as varied as the shapes of snow crystals are the snow shapes and the waxes suitable for them.

This is precisely why our waxes must be adapted to each snow condition, so that the best results can be achieved in any weather. Some of these snow types and their characteristics we want to introduce to you today.

Powder snow
When snow falls in severe cold, a light, soft blanket of flakes lies on the ground. However, for powder snow, optimal weather conditions must prevail, which is why powder snow is the rarest type of snow.

Firn
This is the name given to the soft layer of snow on a surface of hard snow. Firn is formed when the solid snow cover melts. These conditions resemble a freshly groomed slope.

Wet or corn snow
When the snow cover melts during fair weather and then freezes again, small lumps of ice are formed. When the outside temperature is around 0 degrees Celsius, the snow consists of coarse flakes. You can recognize wet or sulphur snow by the fact that snowballs can be formed from the damp white.

Broken hard snow and lazy snow
This is the term used to describe the frozen upper layer of snow that lies on top of a loose lower layer. This type of snow could also be called dry snow.

Artificial snow
Artificial snow is produced by snow cannons. This type of snow does not consist of snowflakes, but of ice pellets that hold together more strongly than flakes.

We have the right ski wax for every type of snow and know exactly which material to use for which condition. Of course, we will be happy to advise you personally at any time.