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By nikwax February 22, 2021April 7, 2023 Gear Care

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

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By nikwax October 7, 2019March 26, 2020 Gear Care

How to Clean (and Add Water-Repellency to) a Fleece Jacket

Fleece jackets are a favorite once the temperatures start dropping. They’re versatile, cozy, and even stylish now thanks to the Patagonia Synchilla® Snap-T. But how do you properly wash these fuzzy layers? It’s quite easy to clean fleece, and if you use proper care, you can help your fleece item

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By nikwax September 6, 2019June 2, 2023 Gear Care

How to Wash and Waterproof a Down Jacket

Purchasing a down jacket is rite of passage for us outdoor types. It’s the quintessential uniform for all mountain towns, a basecamp buddy, a belay bestie, and a go-to layer for all chilly situations. Buying a down jacket represents achieving the “next stage” of outdoorsiness. Anyone who spends time sleeping,

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By nikwax May 17, 2018 Testimonials

Nikwax Testimonials: “Relationship advice…clean your baselayers”

Guest Contributor: Emma Walker Several years ago, my husband and I—fresh off our seasonal jobs in Southcentral Alaska and desperate for work—both interviewed for positions at our local gear shop. His was right before mine; we exchanged high-fives as I took his place in the proverbial hot seat. The interviewer

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By nikwax March 21, 2018May 16, 2018 Testimonials

Nikwax Testimonials: “Protecting the Important Things”

Guest Contributor: Mike Burnside When it comes to protecting all of my clothing & gear from winter and the wet weather it brings, I have been trusting Nikwax products for years. I began using Nikwax products approximately 16 years ago, when I was trying to find a better product for

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By nikwax February 20, 2018May 16, 2018 Testimonials

Nikwax Testimonials: “All Parents Can Relate…”

Guest Contributor: Jason McGowin Every year, as winter approaches, I run through my ski gear & apparel to determine what needs fixing or replacing. This is a really fun process for me! But I have kids… …and that means that I have to look through all of their gear too,

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By nikwax February 14, 2018May 16, 2018 Testimonials

Nikwax Testimonials: “The Tale of The Dirty Barn Boots”

Guest Contributor: Cari Cook Do you have Spring Fever? Me too. In fact, most years, I already have a bad case of the “fever” by February, and so I start cleaning things. I usually clean my house, the tack room, work studio, and riding gear. Recently, I went riding and

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By nikwax May 17, 2017May 16, 2018 Gear Care

How to Clean your Waterproof Cycling Jacket

  Waterproof cycling jackets see some serious dirt. Unless your fenders cover your entire body like a cocoon, road and trail crud has a way of finding itself onto your cycling outerwear. Luckily, it’s easy to clean your bike jacket. Get technical. Waterproof cycling jackets are technical pieces of clothing. Many use

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By nikwax April 18, 2017May 16, 2018 Gear Care

How to Clean & Waterproof Shoes and Boots

Dirty, soggy shoes? Over time, shoes and boots get dirty and lose their original waterproofing. Even if your shoes have a waterproof membrane, like GORE-TEX, BDry, or eVent, the outer material will eventually soak up water. If your shoes are wet on the outside, that means water vapor (foot sweat) can’t

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By nikwax October 9, 2015September 16, 2019 Gear Care

How to Wash Your GORE-TEX Rain Jacket

Caring for your GORE-TEX jacket is as easy as giving it a wash from time to time. Cleaning keeps your jacket performing its best. Washing a GORE-TEX, eVent, or any waterproof breathable rain jacket is remarkably simple.     Follow these three steps to a clean rain jacket: Read the

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