By In the world of waterproof breathable outerwear, two main contenders vie for our attention: hardshells and softshells. But which one is the best for your outdoor pursuits? It comes down to a few key things: WATERPROOFNESS: If your outdoor activities have you experiencing a decent amount of precipitation, then a
Lighten Your Load! Nikwax Announces NEW Product to Reduce Weight of Gear
Have you ever wished your gear was just a little bit lighter? Well now you no longer have to saw off your toothbrush handle or worry if all the cams dangling from your rack will once again prevent you from sending your project. “We are so pleased to share our
An End of Ski Season Checklist – How to Store Ski Gear Properly
It’s the time of year when, unless you like ski mountaineering, snow is out of the picture. Before you enter summer mode completely, take a moment to clean and store your ski and snowboard gear. Many people don’t know how to store their ski gear properly. This end of ski
Waterproof Your Gift Wrap
What’s the latest in chic gift giving? Double duty, reusable wrapping paper, naturally. Do you think Martha or Oprah or the Gwyneth-diva, herself, would EVER be caught in a rainstorm without a sumptuously wrapped hostess gift? Naturally not! We want to shield you from the looks of disdain when you
How to Clean and Waterproof Horse Blankets
CARING FOR HORSE BLANKETS Turnout sheets and blankets are essential when it comes to keeping your horse dry and comfortable in the pasture. They repel water but are also breathable and allow your horse to handle temperature changes. During the Spring (mud season!), extra efforts need to be made to
How to Waterproof Your Leather Boots!
Odds are that we have all owned a pair of leather boots, at some point in our lives. Maybe it was for fashion, way back in high school, when we were in our “punk-rock stage.” Or maybe it was for our job that we had a couple years ago as
Waterproof? I prefer Water Prepared.
In my business, and by “business” I mean the ocean, nothing is waterproof. Nothing. Your gear may start off being really, really water-resistant or water tight, but if your expectation is waterPROOF, you will be sorely disappointed. In my opinion, disappointment is the pits. I’ll make this analogy: Water in
Why wetting out is BAD
How is your gear performing? Have you been caught out in the rain and your expensive rain jacket doesn’t keep you dry the way it used to? “Why am I soaked? I thought this jacket was waterproof!” you wonder. Wetting out happens for many reasons. Nikwax can help you prevent
How often should I clean my jacket?
Q: How often should I clean my jacket? A: Every month. No really. Even GORE-TEX product experts recommend cleaning your jacket every month. Keeping your jacket clean is one of the best ways to preserve its useful life. Dirt, smoke, and even body oils and sweat can wreak havoc on many aspects
What the wax? Why Nikwax comes with leather gloves and how to use it.
So, you just dropped a chunk of change on a new pair of leather gloves. You take them out of the packaging and wait, what is this little packet of…Nikwax Waterproofing Wax for Leather? Why is it here? What do I do with it? These are good questions, and we
