{"product_id":"fcs-base-surf-wax-x-hard-all-temperatures","title":"FCS | Base Coat Surf Wax. Extra Hard \/ All Temperatures","description":"\u003cp\u003eFCS Base Coat Surf Wax, designed for ultimate tackiness and high-quality bead building for the best grip in all water temperatures. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable in cold, cool, warm and tropical blocks with a base coat option for creating a premium textured, long-lasting, layered stick for your board.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra Hard: All Temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBox packaging colour code: Grey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFragrance: Coconut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains Natural Ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuality Beads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e85 grams \/ 3oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in The U.S.A.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWax Guide\u003cbr\u003eThe ideal surf wax application(s) will provide moderate to high levels of stickiness, while providing stability underfoot. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSofter waxes: Are stickier and easier to apply. Can be prone to move, smear or rub away at pressure points \/ surfer contact points on the surfboard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarder waxes: Are less sticky, and somewhat more difficult to apply. More likely to stay in place and not smear or rub off at pressure points \/ surfer contact points on the surfboard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSingle Wax Formula Application V Basecoat and Topcoat Combinations;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreased stickiness requires a softer wax which in turn can reduce stability under foot with single wax formula applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf single wax levels of stickiness and stability are adequate for conditions and needs, there is no reason to apply Basecoat \/ Topcoat combinations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasecoat \/ Topcoat combinations generally increase the stickiness achieved with a softer single wax application without sacrificing stability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Principle of Basecoat and Topcoat Combinations;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA harder Basecoat formula provides stability under foot with a long lasting surface texture that can hold the softer Topcoat wax in place, and prevent it from moving or rubbing away at strategic points on the deck of your surfboard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith a firm Basecoat, the Topcoat wax formula can be much softer and stickier than any wax you could use without a Basecoat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuidelines for Basecoat \/ Topcoat Combinations;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Basecoat must be sufficiently hard to remain stable at water temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny Topcoat formula can be used that suits the water temperature and surfing needs, as long as it is softer than the Basecoat wax.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFCS Wax Formula Selection Guide;  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold Water \/ Extra Soft: \u0026lt; 14°C \/ \u0026lt; 58°F. Packaging colour code - Blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCool Water \/ Soft: 13°C - 19°C \/ 56°F - 66°F. Packaging colour code: Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm Water \/ Firm: 18°C - 22°C \/ 64°F - 72°F. Packaging colour code: Orange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTropical Water \/ Hard: \u0026gt; 22°C \/ 72°F. Packaging colour code: Pink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase Coat \/ Extra Hard. All temperatures. Packaging colour code: Grey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"FCS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50461455024433,"sku":"9340935000883","price":6.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/6419\/1025\/files\/1024-x-1024---VIDLERS---FCS-_-BASE-SURF-WAX--X-HARD---ALL-TEMPERATURES---1.jpg?v=1734420182","url":"https:\/\/cottesloesurf.com.au\/products\/fcs-base-surf-wax-x-hard-all-temperatures","provider":"Cottesloe Surf","version":"1.0","type":"link"}