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Dominator Psycho Series - The Special Weapon for Extremely Cold and Aggressive Snow Conditions
The Dominator Psycho series was developed for conditions where conventional ski waxes reach their limits. Extreme cold, dry air, sharp-edged snow crystals and high electrostatic charge can massively impair a ski's gliding properties. This is precisely where Psycho comes in.
The products in the Psycho line have been specially developed to reduce friction, abrasion and electrostatic charge in very cold snow. This keeps the skis fast and smooth even at temperatures well below -10 °C. The Psycho series is one of the most specialized products in the Dominator range and is particularly valued by racers, coaches and skiers in cold regions.
What is Dominator Psycho?
Psycho is a highly specialized cold snow wax for extremely dry and aggressive snow conditions.
While classic temperature waxes primarily optimize water repellency, Psycho focuses on two other crucial factors:
- Reduction of electrostatic charge
- Reduction of base abrasion with aggressive snow crystals
Especially with very cold fresh snow or old artificial snow, high electrostatic friction often occurs, which noticeably slows down the ski. Psycho technology was developed to minimize precisely this effect.
Why is extreme cold snow so difficult?
Many skiers believe that cold snow is automatically fast. In fact, very cold snow can be among the slowest conditions there are.
Reasons for this include:
- sharp-edged snow crystals
- high abrasiveness
- low humidity
- strong electrostatic charge
- increased base wear
At temperatures below approx. -12 °C to -15 °C, the friction behavior changes significantly. Here, the Psycho series has been specially developed for maximum glide.
The advantages of the Dominator Psycho Series
Antistatic Technology
The most important characteristic of Psycho products is their antistatic effect.
In extremely cold conditions, the base can become electrostatically charged. This charge increases friction and attracts fine particles. Psycho reduces this effect, ensuring freer gliding.
Less Base Abrasion
Cold snow often acts like sandpaper on the base. The Psycho formulation protects the base from excessive abrasion and improves the durability of the race setup.
Specially for Extreme ConditionsThe series was developed for conditions where many other waxes reach their performance limits.
Ideal for:
- dry powder snow
- extremely cold temperatures
- aggressive artificial snow
- arctic conditions
- high alpine race tracks
Psycho NS - New Snow
Psycho NS (New Snow) was developed for fresh snow that is a maximum of three days old.
Fresh snow crystals have sharp edges and create high friction. Psycho NS reduces both electrostatic charge and abrasion, ensuring significantly better glide values on fresh cold snow.
Recommended for:
- New snow
- fresh natural snow
- fresh artificial snow
- temperatures from approx. -14 °C and colder
Psycho OS – Old Snow
Psycho OS (Old Snow) was developed for older snow, more than three days old.
Transformed snow and old artificial snow can become particularly aggressive in extreme cold. Psycho OS reduces friction and makes the snow feel less like "sandpaper".
Recommended for:
- Old snow
- Aggressive artificial snow
- Compact race tracks
- Temperatures below -14 °C
Paste technology for extreme cold
A special feature of Dominator is the availability of extremely hard cold waxes in paste form.
This allows even very hard cold wax formulations to be applied easily, without a waxing iron and without the risk of base overheating. At the same time, the products remain travel-friendly and easy to use in everyday racing.
Psycho Pastes are also recommended for application to the edge area at warmer temperatures to protect the base from burning. This is simply combined with the waxes from the Elite Series.
When should Psycho be used?
Psycho is not a universal wax.
It is used specifically when:
- temperatures drop significantly below -10 °C
- the snow is exceptionally dry
- the track has aggressive artificial snow
- high electrostatic friction occurs
- other racing waxes no longer perform optimally
Many service teams also use Psycho as a supplement to other Dominator products in particularly aggressive snow conditions.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about the Dominator Psycho Series
Psycho is a special wax series from Dominator for extremely cold, dry and aggressive snow conditions. The focus is on reducing electrostatic friction and base abrasion.
The products were specially developed for temperatures of about -14 °C and colder. They show their greatest advantages especially in extreme cold.
NS (New Snow) refers to new snow up to about three days old.
OS (Old Snow) refers to older or transformed snow, as well as older artificial snow.
In addition to water repellency, Psycho focuses on reducing electrostatic charge and protecting against abrasion from aggressive snow crystals.
In very dry and cold conditions, the base can become electrostatically charged. This increases friction and can reduce gliding performance. Psycho was developed to minimize this effect.
No. Even ambitious recreational riders benefit from the improved gliding properties in extreme cold. However, the greatest benefit is seen in racing and challenging conditions.
Yes. Psycho can be used as a standalone glide wax. Additionally, it is often used as a supplement to other race waxes when particularly aggressive snow conditions occur.
The extremely hard cold wax formulations are significantly easier to apply as a paste. At the same time, their high performance for extreme cold is maintained.
Yes. The current Psycho products are fluorine-free special waxes for extreme cold conditions.
FFC and Elite cover most snow and temperature ranges. Psycho is used when extreme cold, very dry snow, and high electrostatic friction play the dominant role. In these conditions, Psycho can offer significant advantages.
Conclusion
The Dominator Psycho Series is the special solution for the harshest winter conditions. Thanks to its unique combination of antistatic technology, abrasion protection, and extreme cold performance, it provides speed where conventional waxes often reach their limits. Whether it's fresh powder at -20 °C or aggressive artificial snow on an icy race track – Psycho was developed to deliver maximum glide performance even under these conditions.
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