Non-Wax Ski

Also known as Waxless Skis.

A ski that is designed to grip the snow without the aid of grip wax on the middle third of the base to enable forward or uphill movement. The kick zones have scales cut in to the base material for traction.

The term "non-wax" is something of a misnomer, as this type of ski benefits from having glide wax applied periodically on its tail and tip to improve gliding performance and to condition the base material.