Rain-X For Ski Top Sheets
Snow build-up on your top sheets is part of backcountry skiing, and spring is the worst season for sticking snow. Warmer temperatures mean heavier snow, meaning you’re dragging more weight up the hill than necessary. Ski manufacturers have tried to address top-sheet snow buildup with various top-sheet materials. Some help reduce build-up, but all top sheets benefit from an additional treatment to help shed snow.
I have tried various things over the years to reduce top-sheet snow buildup while ski touring. On a buddy’s advice, I recently began using Rain-X. It’s one of the best and least expensive options I have tried. Rain-X is made for car windshields and works great at making rain bead up and disperse. Well, it turns out it does a pretty good job of keeping snow off your top sheets while ski touring, too.
Every top sheet material is slightly different, but Rain-X is easy to apply. Just squirt a small amount onto your top sheets, then rub it around with a cloth or paper towel. It doesn’t take much, but you must apply it daily to maintain effectiveness. The longevity of its effectiveness is dependent on your top sheet material and the snow conditions. I recommend applying it in the morning before you head out the door.
You can find Rain-X at Amazon, auto parts stores, gas stations and grocery stores. The 7-ounce bottle pictured is priced around $9 and will last a couple of seasons.
Check out the new dedicated top sheet wax product: Snow Shed Top Sheet Wax
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