The information below is a brief description of the grinds that Edgewise uses on a daily basis. If you are looking for a specific grind for your region or a particular race, one of the following grinds will more than likely fit your needs. In addition to these grinds, we able to generate an infinite number of grinds specific to discipline, snow temperature, humidity and snow type. If you prefer to generate a grind based on these factors, a technician can help you determine what will work best. Currently, all of the following grinds are used by the U.S.S.T. at all levels of F.I.S. racing in North America and Europe. These are proven winners that you can trust. Some terms to help as you read about the grinds:

• Depth of cut: describes the depth of the cut into the base.
• Size of cut: describes the length of the cut along the base.
• Pitch: describes the angle of the cut across the base.

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Frequently Used Edgewise Grinds

EW-KT4/SWIX67 and EW-RTG/SWIX67. These narrow grinds match the overall width of the waist of the skis (59 to 64 mm) and carry that width through to tip and tail. As the grind travels through the wider portions of the tip and tail there is a blank section from each side of the structure to the edge of the ski. This blank section of the grind allows the ski to articulate the modern stivot turn without hindrance from the structure of a traditional grind. EW-KT4 is chevron shaped, while EW-RTG is a broken cross grind. Choice between them is usually a matter of personal preference. EW-KT4 has scored FIS points in the single to low teens in both GS and SL races.

Discipline: GS or SL
Temp: 10°F to 28°F
Humidity: up to 75%
Snow Type: Typical hard snow or ice, not extremely aggressive snow

EW-TR33/SWIX5. Moderate cut with less depth create a film of water for drier, colder snow conditions.

Discipline: GS or SL
Temp: 7°F-18°F
Humidity: up to 50%
Snow Type: Cold, hard snow or ice

EW-ML3/SWIX810. Deeper cuts and shallow pitch allow this grind to move water/moisture quickly. ML3 is an excellent choice for warmer, high humidity conditions or late season spring series races.

Discipline: DH or SG
Temp: 25°F-50°F
Humidity: 75%+
Snow Type: Warm, wet

EW-ML3D/SWIX7. Similar to ML3, but is less aggressive in depth and size of cut, and is thus better in cooler and dryer conditions.

Discipline: DH or SG
Temp: 18°F-28°F
Humidity: 50% -75%
Snow Type: Moderate snow, hard snow, or ice.

EW-KA/SWIX6. Our universal cold grind, and most versatile grind. The KA’s moderate depth and longer pitch make a perfect match for low to moderate humidity conditions that are usually found mid-winter. The narrow version of this grind can help reduce base burn from cold, hard snow or ice.

Discipline: Any
Temp: 10° – 21°F
Humidity: up to 75%
Snow Type: Cold, hard, aggressive.

EW-TRZI/SWIX5. Recommended for a ski in any discipline specifically dedicated to moderate cold.  The narrow version of this grind can help reduce base burn from cold, hard snow or ice.

Discipline: Any
Temp: 7°F – 18°F
Humidity: up to 50%
Snow Type: Cold, hard, very aggressive snow or ice.

EW-BG4/SWIX4.  Recommended for a ski in any discipline specifically dedicated to extreme cold. The narrow version of this grind can help reduce base burn from cold, hard snow or ice.

Discipline: Any
Temp: -30°F – 14°F
Humidity: up to 50%
Snow Type: Extremely cold, hard and/or very aggressive snow or ice.

We can customize your grind for any temperature range and snow condition. See below for our most commonly recommended options.

Edgewise Classic Grinds

Edgewise Classical Grinds tend to be deeper and a bit more aggressive.

EW 4.6 C Grind

Temperature: 0° – 20° Farenheit
Snow Type: New Fallen and Fine Gran (Sharp Snow Crystals)

EW 6.7 C Grind

Temperature: 10° – 28° Farenheit
Snow Type: New Fallen, Fine Grained, Non-Transformed
Note: Cold Universal

EW 7.8 C Grind

Temperature: 18° – 34° Farenheit
Snow Type: Coarse Grain, Man-Made, Transformed Snow
Note: Warm Universal

EW 8.10 Arc C Grind

Temperature: 28° – 50° Farenheit
Snow Type: Wet, Main-Made, Transformed Snow, High Moisture Content

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Edgewise Skate Grind Menu

EW 4.6 S Grind

Temperature: Below 0° – 20° Farenheit
Snow Type: New Fallen and Fine Grain (Cold dry snow crystals)

EW 6.7 S Grind

Temperature: 10° – 28° Farenheit
Snow Type: Fine Grained Snow, Non-Transformed
Note: Cold Universal

EW 7.8 S Grind

Temperature: 10° – 32° Farenheit
Snow Type: Coarse Grained, Man-Made
Note: Warm Universal

EW 8.10 Arc S Grind

Temperature: 25° – 50° Farenheit
Snow Type: Wet, Man-Made, Free Water Present

Wax options
Hydrocarbon Thermobag: $30
Molybdenum/LF Thermobag: $35
HF Thermobag: $45