Udo Raunjak has been the head of Toko Research and Development for the past 15 years. In addition to developing innovative new waxes, Udo also oversees quality control, production, and purchasing of raw materials. He is a straight talker who I think knows more than anyone in the world about ski wax. We discuss the development process of new waxes, the liquid paraffin revolution and what makes the Toko liquid paraffins different from others on the market, new fluorine free racing products, how to best waterproof skins, and ECO friendly waxes. If you are interested in ski racing wax or are curious about ski wax development, this is a great podcast!
Using Diamond Files: How and Why
Estimating Snow Temperature: An Essential Skill
Liquid Paraffin Questions and Answers
How to Race Wax for Cold Conditions with Best Results
Successful Waxing with Toko Liquid Paraffin
Hand Brush Selection: What, When, and Why
Hot Waxing Skis and Snowboards: Why and How
Thoughts on Current Post Fluorine Race Waxing
Interview with former USST Alpine Tech Neil Lande
Initial Wax Preparation of New Skis or Freshly Ground Skis (Alpine and Nordic)
Nordic Race: Preseason Fleet Evaluation, Structure, and Considerations
What’s New for 2022/23 Winter Alpine
Interview withToko Chemist Stefan Jung on the development of fluorine free race waxes
2022/23 Winter New Products Preview (Nordic)
Marty Hall Interview
Beijing Olympic Roundtable Discussion
Sten Fjeldheim Interview
Chris Magerl Interview (Important for understanding Toko Race Wax Tips)
Dani Aravich Interview
Nancy Fiddler Interview