Three-year olds know the ultimate secret to a successful road trip. Pull over, get out of the car and play at least once every three hours. This was a valuable lesson learned from an actual preschooler… under the duress of a marathon drive, I might add. Beyond slowing down to
Beat the heat
Summer: the one season that has the power to make us suffer and enjoy it at the same time. It’s during these dog days that we have hours and hours of sunlight that lure us outside. The same sun bears down in relentless heat, which can zap the enthusiasm of
Tips for keeping kids’ uniforms clean
Your kid may be good at science, but that doesn’t mean you want to participate in a microbiology experiment in your home this summer. Yep, we’re talking about uniforms—the baseball/soccer/swim/lacrosse/all-around active gear that gets hammered on a regular basis. If you’re a parent, you know how quickly kids sports gear
Four steps to finding the perfect running gear
I’ve logged many an asphalt mile since the long-ago day I first stumbled through my first 10K race in rural Illinois. And by race, I mean “run-walk” for 6.2 miles with a determined grimace on my face. By the time the finish line came into view, I was limping from
Golf and the Outdoors: a Cinderella Story?
In our ongoing quest to support outdoor play, plus a nod to our roots in Britain, we at Nikwax are encouraging everyone to take a new look at sports we hardcore types may have eschewed in the past. Today, we golf. In the realm of outdoor sports like skiing, climbing
The Chamois Solution: A Care and Handling How-To for your Bike Shorts
Quick! What’s the first thing you do after a bike ride? If you didn’t answer, “take off your chamois,” then we’ll give you a moment to rethink your response. Most of us call them bike shorts. But years ago, I overheard a professional cyclist refer to them as “chamois,” and
Dear Professor Nikwax: How do I care for my footwear?
Dear Professor Nikwax, My summer plans have me climbing several peaks, riding my bike along the California coast, and wearing my sandals to the Farmer’s Market. Of course I’ll also be logging a lot of time in the office. I’ve invested in some good shoes for the different sports, but
The Perfect Base Camp
Finding and setting up the perfect camp is central to any adventure. We’ve collected the “dos and don’ts” for three of our favorite camping experiences. The Developed Campground Sometimes you need a quick fix of nature and a campfire. What’s easier than rolling up in your car to live out
The History of the Tent: From mammoth to man-made
The history of the tent is long and storied. From prehistoric times to recreational camping, tents have been a part of human comfort and survival. Check out our tent history infographic and read on to learn more! Since the days Homo erectus, every kid throughout history has heard their parents
Get Fit, Don’t Stink: Keeping Your Workout Wear Fresh and Clean
Between mud season and daylight savings time, we’re finding more and more excuses to exercise inside these days. Don’t worry—we’re not checking out entirely. We’re just taking advantage of indoors cross training to bridge the gap between snow and summer. And, as anyone who has ever sweated through a high-octane