If you’ve ever used traditional ski or snowboard wax, you’ve probably experienced that satisfying feeling of a faster, smoother glide down the mountain. But what most people don’t realize is that many of those waxes contain chemicals that never truly go away, not from your board, not from the snow, and not from the planet.
We’re talking about fluorocarbons and other “forever chemicals” (scientifically known as PFAS, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances).
What Are “Forever Chemicals”?
PFAS were once hailed as miracle ingredients, they repel water, reduce friction, and help skis and snowboards move faster. Sounds great for performance, right? Unfortunately, they come with a massive downside.
These chemicals don’t break down in nature. Once they’re released into the environment, they stay there, moving from melted snow into rivers, lakes, and groundwater. They build up over time, entering the food chain and even showing up in our own bodies.
Studies have found PFAS in mountain snow, in the blood of wildlife, and even in drinking water near ski resorts. The long-term health effects are serious, including links to cancer, hormone disruption, and immune system issues.
In short: great glide, terrible tradeoff.
The Hidden Cost of Speed
Every time a ski or snowboard coated in fluorinated wax touches the snow, it leaves behind microscopic traces of these chemicals. Over a single season, that can add up to tons of contamination across mountain ecosystems.
And when spring melt carries those chemicals downhill, the pollution doesn’t stop there. PFAS can travel for miles, affecting streams, soil, and wildlife long after the snow has melted away.
The Dynamic Wax Difference
At Dynamic Wax, we decided that the industry needed a better way, one that delivers performance without pollution.
Our waxes, including Dynamic Wax Ghost and Dynamic Wax Permanent, are completely free of fluorocarbons, PFAS, and other harmful chemicals. We use eco-safe, nano-scale technology that bonds with your base to create a durable, hydrophobic surface, giving you the same (or better) speed and glide, without harming the mountains you love.
- No “forever chemicals”
- No environmental impact
- Fast, smooth, and long-lasting performance
Dynamic Wax lets you ride faster and feel better knowing your run isn’t leaving a trace behind.
Ride Responsibly, Ride Dynamic
Skiing and snowboarding are about freedom, the rush of carving through untouched powder, the sound of the wind, the connection with the mountains. Keeping that experience pure means making choices that protect it.
With Dynamic Wax, you can keep your board fast, your conscience clear, and your mountains clean.
Spray it. Ride it. Love it.
0 comments