{"product_id":"holmenkol-arkansas-true-hard-skikanten-schleifen","title":"Holmenkol Arkansas True Hard","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSki Edge Sharpening with the Holmenkol Arkansas True Hard – Natural Stone for the Perfect World Cup Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnyone who \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esharpens ski edges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e at the highest racing level knows: the last micrometers determine the grip, running smoothness, and durability of the edge. This is precisely where the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHolmenkol Arkansas True Hard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e comes into play. This extremely hard natural stone is used after filing and diamond files to remove the finest burrs and polish the steel edge to a high shine. In professional \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eski service\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eski racing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and World Cup service, this step is essential for the perfect race finish. Inexpensive sharpening stones cannot achieve this surface quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSki Edge Sharpening with the Holmenkol Arkansas True Hard – Maximum Sharpness with Natural Stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProperty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Arkansas natural stone (True Hard)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtremely fine natural sharpening stone for the final edge finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact, durable, and dimensionally stable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArea of Application\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSki edge sharpening, edge polishing, ski preparation, race service\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTarget Group\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRacers, service technicians, ski clubs, and ambitious skiers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemoves the finest burrs without significant material removal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRace Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorld Cup finish for maximum edge sharpness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWear-resistant natural stone with high dimensional stability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnological Advantages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMirror-smooth cutting edge and particularly long service life\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy an Arkansas Stone is Indispensable in Race Service\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn professional race service, edge sharpening does not end with the diamond file. Even after a very fine diamond grind, microscopically small burrs remain, which can impair the sharpness and durability of the edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Holmenkol Arkansas True Hard removes these finest imperfections particularly gently. Unlike a diamond file, it practically removes no more material, but refines the cutting edge and ensures an exceptionally smooth surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe practical advantages:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eremoves the finest micro-burrs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epolishes the steel edge to a high shine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eimproves edge grip on ice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eextends the service life of the sharp edge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eperfect race finish without unnecessary material loss\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEspecially for race skis, this final step is well worth it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore Precision and Smoothness in Skiing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA perfectly polished edge builds up edge pressure more harmoniously and glides cleanly through the snow. This does not make the ski more aggressive, but rather provides controllable and reproducible performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is noticeable through:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esmoother turn initiation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003econsistent edge grip on ice and artificial snow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emore precise line guidance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edirect power transmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emore control at high speed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEspecially in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eski racing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this precision often counts for hundredths of a second.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy the Holmenkol Arkansas True Hard is Superior to Cheaper Sharpening Stones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMany sharpening stones are artificially bonded and still remove a comparatively large amount of material even in the finishing stage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Holmenkol Arkansas True Hard impresses with:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ereal Arkansas natural stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eextremely fine polishing effect\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eminimal material removal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003every long lifespan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003econsistent and reproducible results\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn our experience, a high-quality Arkansas stone is part of the basic equipment of every ambitious race service technician.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur Advice from Race Service\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Holmenkol Arkansas True Hard is aimed at skiers and service technicians who want to bring their edges to an uncompromising racing level.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eracers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFIS and DSV athletes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eservice technicians\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecoaches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eski clubs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eambitious recreational skiers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur practical tip: Always use the Arkansas stone as the last step after the file and coarse, medium, and fine diamond files. Only then will a mirror-smooth cutting edge with maximum sharpness and particularly long durability be created. This exact sequence is also used in professional World Cup service.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse \u0026 Care Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse the Arkansas True Hard with very light pressure at the appropriate edge angle. For optimal results, we recommend using grinding fluid or a little water. Work exclusively in the grinding direction and clean the natural stone regularly to maintain its fine polishing effect permanently.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho is the Holmenkol Arkansas True Hard suitable for?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor racers, service technicians, and ambitious skiers who want to polish their ski edges to the highest level.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen is the Arkansas stone used?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is the last step after files and diamond files and provides the final high-gloss finish for the steel edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes an Arkansas natural stone special?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDue to its extremely fine natural structure, it removes the finest burrs almost without material removal and creates an exceptionally smooth cutting edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the Arkansas True Hard suitable for race training?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. It is used in professional race service and provides a durable, extremely sharp edge – ideal for training and competition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat advantages does it offer over cheaper sharpening stones?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt works significantly finer, protects the steel edge, lasts a very long time, and enables a finish that is hardly achievable with simple sharpening stones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Buy This Item from SF Sports?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSF Sports\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, you get service tools that have proven themselves in racing and professional World Cup ski service.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour advantages at SF Sports:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdvice from ski racing and World Cup ski service\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMany years of experience with professional race hardware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarefully selected assortment instead of mass-produced goods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePractical product recommendations from our own workshop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFast shipping and expert advice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEverything for professional ski edge sharpening and ski preparation from a single source\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Holmenkol products for the highest demands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Holmenkol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49728444924230,"sku":"177410","price":35.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/6692\/1030\/files\/20576.jpg?v=1717868026","url":"https:\/\/www.sf-sports.de\/en\/products\/holmenkol-arkansas-true-hard-skikanten-schleifen","provider":"S.F. 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