Description & Features
Swix PRO High Speed (HS) Wax is a fluoro-free glide wax line developed for race training, competition, and high-performance ski preparation. HS waxes offer strong glide and durability across a wide range of winter conditions and can be used either as a standalone race wax or as a base layer beneath a top coat. The line follows Swix's familiar color and number system, making it easy to select the right wax for temperature and snow conditions.
From the hard, cold-snow HS05 to the warm-condition HS10, each formula is tuned for a specific temperature window and use case. HS06 and HS07 are versatile choices for typical winter racing, while HS08 and HS10 work well for warmer training, base preparation, and spring conditions. Swix PRO High Speed waxes use updated raw materials as part of Swix's fluoro-free racing glide system and are designed for both competitive racing and performance-oriented training.
Key Features
- Fluoro-free glide wax line for training and competition
- Can be used alone as a race wax or as a base for top coats
- Five temperature-specific formulas from extreme cold to spring conditions
- Traditional Swix color and number system simplifies wax selection
- Formulations balance glide, durability, hardness, and ease of application
- Suitable for natural, old, fresh, and man-made snow depending on the formula
- Equivalent performance category to previous Swix LF waxes
Product Specs
- Wax Type: High-Speed Glide Wax
- Best Use: Race Training, Competition & Base Preparation
- Application: Hot Iron
- Overall Temperature Range: 0°F to 50°F (-18°C to +10°C)
- Formula: Fluoro-Free
Wax Selection & Specs
| Wax | Temperature Range | Best Conditions | Best Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| HS05 Turquoise | 0°F to 14°F (-18°C to -10°C) | Cold conditions; fresh, old or man-made snow | Cold-weather racing & training |
| HS06 Blue | 10°F to 21°F (-12°C to -6°C) | Cold natural or artificial snow | Race wax, powder underlayer & cold-ski base prep |
| HS07 Violet | 18°F to 28°F (-8°C to -2°C) | Normal winter conditions below freezing | Training & low-humidity racing |
| HS08 Red | 25°F to 39°F (-4°C to +4°C) | Mild winter conditions around freezing | Training, base prep & race wax under a top coat |
| HS10 Yellow | 32°F to 50°F (0°C to +10°C) | Warm and spring conditions | Training & base preparation |
Wax Formulation & Performance
HS05 Turquoise – Cold Conditions
HS05 is the hardest wax in the High Speed range and is designed for cold snow from 0°F to 14°F (-18°C to -10°C). It combines strong durability with low dry friction and is suitable for fresh, old, or man-made snow. Its melting characteristics make it easier to apply than many traditional very-cold waxes while maintaining reliable glide.
HS06 Blue – Versatile Cold Wax
HS06 covers 10°F to 21°F (-12°C to -6°C) and is one of the most versatile formulas in the HS line. It can be used as a standalone race wax, as an underlayer for powder top coats, or as a base-preparation wax for cold-condition skis. The durable formula performs well on both natural and artificial snow.
HS07 Violet – Normal Winter Conditions
HS07 is optimized for 18°F to 28°F (-8°C to -2°C), making it a strong choice for typical winter race and training conditions below freezing. Its hardness makes it easy to work with and finish cleanly, while its glide properties make it useful as a race wax in lower humidity and as a dependable training wax.
HS08 Red – Near-Freezing Versatility
HS08 works from 25°F to 39°F (-4°C to +4°C) and is well suited to base preparation and regular training in milder winter conditions. It can also serve as a race wax, particularly when used as the base layer beneath a condition-specific top coat. The softer formulation melts easily and is convenient for frequent race-room use.
HS10 Yellow – Warm & Spring Conditions
HS10 is designed for warm snow from 32°F to 50°F (0°C to +10°C). It is particularly useful as a training and base-preparation wax during warm-weather or spring skiing, when softer waxes are better matched to the snow temperature.
Fluoro-Free Formula & Packaging Update
Swix PRO High Speed waxes remain fluoro-free. Swix is gradually updating its packaging, so graphics may vary slightly from the images shown, and some newer labels no longer display the fluoro-free icon even though the current wax remains fluoro-free.
