There comes a moment in each of our lives when our sweat-stained, odor-absorbed workout gear enters the room before we do. In polite society, most of us swallow a small gag and deflect the conversation away from the assault on our noses. Great authors* in history had no such compunction.
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
Personal Ads for Runners from the Nikwax Gazette
SWF ISO TRP: Single white female in search of a trail running partner for early morning ascensions of the nearest 15-degree pitch climb. Prefer someone without much baggage, save for perhaps a Nathan hydration pack for runs longer than 1.5-hours. Likes: agility, scree fields and any season other than allergy season.
Biking: To Clip or Not to Clip?
Blame it on calf envy. Dazzled by the legions of clipless bike commuters (and their sinewy calves) swarming past as I pedaled my commuter bike in slo-mo, I impulsively made the leap: From flat pedals with toe cages (aka “clipped”) to their clipless cousins. Newly attached to my burly green
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
What’s Your Rider ID? Take Our Quiz to Find Out
Are you a one trick pony, or is your garage a veritable shelter for your bike quiver? Fixie or mountain bike? Do you pedal a state-of-the-art, custom ride? Do you consider brakes “old school”? Do your besties tell you to wear more natural fiber and less Lycra? In the words
Staying Dry on the Bike
Rain doesn’t ruin a great bike ride. To the contrary, there’s something empowering about getting off the couch in the gnarliest of conditions. A bike ride is particularly sweet when others scapegoat the weather and leave their bike hanging in the garage. No, the rain isn’t the problem. Getting wet
Cycling safe
Cyclists, are you making good eye contact? A friendly gaze isn’t just for flirting—it’s perhaps one of the most important things bicyclists can do to bike safely through traffic. Although it doesn’t appear on standard lists of cycling safety tips, making eye contact with drivers at intersections—the most dangerous spots
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
Why You Should Pay Attention to Chemistry on this Earth Day
Chemistry is hard. That’s why most American students put it off until the end of their K-12 years. That’s why university professors allow cheat sheets. That’s why Nikwax employs a gaggle of white lab-coated PhDs on our research and development team. Those scientists have dedicated more than 30 years to