Rocky Mountain Nordic Wax Policy, 2025/26
All RMN races will follow the wax protocol outlined below.
2025–26 RMN Race Schedule
- WPCC JNQ: December 20–21
- SSCV JNQ: February 7–8
- AVSC JNQ: February 21–22
- Mike Elliott Youth Festival (hosted by Durango): February 21–March 1
Note: The SOHO Super Qualifier, hosted by IMD, will follow the IMD 2025/26 Wax Policy. Please have HS8 liquid available for Super JNQ – due to the IMD policy.
Policy Overview
All RMN-sanctioned events will adhere to the RMN Wax Policy, which was developed with the following goals in mind:
- Create a simple and affordable glide wax policy that supports the growth of RMN skiing. ● Level the playing field for teams and individual athletes by minimizing wax-based performance advantages.
To achieve these goals, the following rules will apply to all age categories and all RMN events. Waxing Guidelines
No restrictions on:
- Ski grind
- Structure
Kick Wax:
- Only non-fluorinated kick wax may be used.
Glide Wax Selection
Race organizers will select glide wax from the approved product list below: 1. Swix High HS5, HS6, HS8 Hard Wax
Organizers will announce the selected glide wax via email to all registered clubs no later than 12:00 p.m., three days prior to each race.
- Example: For Saturday/Sunday races, the wax call will be communicated by 12:00 p.m. Wednesday (for Saturday) and 12:00 p.m. Thursday (for Sunday).
Wax Application Procedures
Swix HS5, HS6, HS8 Hard Wax:
- May be applied by iron or roller.
- No time restrictions on how long wax remains on the ski base (e.g., travel waxing is permitted) as long as skis are stored at room temperature or lower (no hotboxing). ● Skis should be scraped and brushed; there are no restrictions on brush type.
○ Brush is defined as having bristles
- No fleece/wool/felt allowable
Additional Guidelines:
- Reapplication of glide wax allowed between the qualifier and the quarterfinals on sprint days. No reapplication allowed once the quarterfinals have started.
- If applying base waxes, only products approved under the RMN Wax Policy may be used.
Enforcement and Disciplinary Actions
TBD