How do I fix a deep gouge in my snowboard?

If the gouge stops in the base material, clean it, fill it with P-Tex slightly above the base, let it harden and scrape it flush, then wax. If you can see core material, or it reaches the edge, take it to a shop for a base weld or patch.

How do I get scratches out of a snowboard?

Fine scratches are normal and just need regular waxing. Deeper scratches can be filled with P-Tex like a small gouge, and a shop base grind can restore a heavily scratched base.

Can I fix a core shot with a P-Tex candle?

A drip candle alone isn’t a reliable fix. P-Tex usually won’t bond to exposed fiberglass or steel, so a core shot needs different materials and technique. Burton recommends a shop patch or weld.

Can you repair a sintered base at home?

Small gouges in a sintered base can be filled with P-Tex the same way, but soft candle material wears faster than the surrounding base. For larger damage, a shop weld with harder material usually lasts longer.

Should I use black or clear P-Tex?

Match the base if you can: black for dark bases, clear for light or colored ones. P-Tex candles are usually sold in both. Keep in mind that evo notes soot from a flame may show up in any repair that isn’t black, so a clean, blue flame matters most with clear P-Tex.

How long does P-Tex take to harden?

REI suggests letting a candle repair cool for about 15 minutes before scraping, while evo’s guide for gun or iron repairs says to wait until the area is cool to the touch, around half an hour. If the repair is still warm, it can tear out when you scrape.

Do I need to wax after a P-Tex repair?

Yes. Wax the whole board after the repair is scraped flush, because the repaired and scraped areas will be dry.

Board care

Small fixes at home, big ones at a shop

How to repair snowboard base damage

To fix a deep gouge in a snowboard, clean it, drip in P-Tex until it sits slightly proud, let it harden and scrape it flush, but only if the gouge stops in the base. If you can see core material, it’s a shop job.

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