Hiking boots and shoes are meant to get dirty. A squeaky clean boot is a sign that your adventures are obviously not epic enough. However, in order to prolong their life, it is important to clean your hiking boots when they get dirty. Dirt and caked-on mud can prematurely dry
Hardshell vs. Softshell: Which One is Right for You?
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
How to Clean & Re-waterproof your Ski Jacket
Over time, ski jackets can lose their water-repellency. Waterproofing doesn’t last forever. Whether from rubbing against a dirty car while straining to reach the ski rack, or spilled apres-drinks, a dirty jacket will stop repelling water. Luckily, it’s easy to clean and re-waterproof your ski jacket so you can get
Add water-repellency to reusable face masks with Nikwax
The global population is being encouraged to wear non-medical masks while in public, to reduce Covid-19 transmission. People are making their own masks – but some of them may increase the risk of infection, due to their lack of water repellency, and improper cleaning. What types of masks are there?
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
Workout from Home with Nikwax
This one is for the gym rats who need to find a way to workout from home. Whatever your motivation, we’re here to help you get your workout on with some good ol’ Nikwax ingenuity. So grab your Nikwax bottle stash and create your very own Nikwax Home Gym. The
From Camp Out to BaseCamp- How to Create Your Own Living Room Campsite
There are times when we crave the outdoors, want nothing more than to sleep under the stars, but alas, cannot. In order to help assuage your “camp lust” here are some ideas for turning your living room into the great outdoors. Chill Camping with Kids (or anyone young at heart)
How to Camp in Your Own Back Yard
Do you love the relaxed feeling of sitting around a campfire late at night with the stars shining and no noise except the brief breezes through the trees, the crackling of the fire and the laughs from your family when someone’s marshmallow catches on fire? While that is a feeling
6 Tips to Organize Your Gear Storage
A well organized, clean gear storage space can be a source of inspiration. Your perfectly mounted skis can remind you of your best powder run. Your rack of cams assorted from smallest to largest makes you dream of splitter crack climbs. Or perhaps seeing your favorite pair of freshly waterproofed