Phantom Glide is a long lasting base treatment from DPS for skis and snowboards. It bonds to the base with UV light instead of sitting on top like wax. This listing is the bulk spray format.

What it's for

Wax sits on the surface of a base and wears off, so it has to be reapplied. Phantom Glide is a liquid that is applied once and cured into the base. DPS says it makes the base more water repellent and gives consistent glide across a wide range of temperatures and snow types. It is free of PFAS and fluorocarbons.

How it works

UV activated cure: the liquid is applied to a clean polyethylene base and exposed to UV light, which causes it to bond with the base material

Wax over the top: DPS states that wax can still be applied over Phantom Glide, and that topical wax lasts longer on a treated base

Base grinds: on extruded bases, DPS says the treatment lasts 1 to 2 base grinds

Setup and installation

• Prep: remove existing wax and clean the base, about 20 minutes. DPS requires a stone grind or its approved base cleaner before application
• Apply: put Phantom Glide directly on the base
• Cure with a UV curing station: 20 minutes
• Cure with sunlight: at least 1 hour in direct, unobstructed sun, above 40 °F (4.4 °C), with a UV index of 4 or higher
• Shop service: OMG can apply Phantom Glide as part of a ski or board tune

Care and service

• Edges: the treatment does not replace regular edge tuning
• Shelf life: 2 years when stored cool and dry

Specs

• Type: UV cured base treatment, not a wax
• Format: bulk spray
• PFAS: none, per DPS