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Although the report was a little late, the archive video of the digest of the event "NIKWAX Care Special" held on November 7th, the final third installment (maintenance of other mountain equipment) has been released on YouTube. Everyone watch it!
Video synopsis
00:30 – How to maintain a synthetic base layer effectively
A: The detergent is "Tech Wash (a detergent that simply removes dirt)." However, using "wool wash" adds effects such as increasing water absorption, so if it's not too much trouble, it's also recommended to use it. When drying, try to avoid direct sunlight as much as possible. Regardless of polyester, nylon is particularly sensitive to ultraviolet rays.
01:55 – How to dry and store base layers (especially wool)
A: Not just base layers, wool products are basically dried flat to prevent them from losing their shape.
02:45 - How often do you wash outerwear such as rainwear? Is it possible that you've washed too much?
A: (In my opinion) I have decided to wash or not wash it with the following feelings.
- It rained on a 2 night and 3 days traverse → Wash
- I went on a 2 night and 3 days traverse, and I just wore it a few times to keep out the wind → I didn't wash it.
- I only wore it a few times on a 2 night and 3 day traverse to keep out the wind, but I sweated a lot → Wash
The act of "washing" is more or less painful from the perspective of clothing. If it's not dirty, it's better not to wash your clothes for a long time. It actually gets dirty as long as you wear it, so you have to wash it. The best solution to maintaining the clothing is to perform the minimum number of times required for long-lasting purposes.
05:00 - How to use "water-repellent spray" and "sour-inducing water-repellent" effectively (for NIKWAX)
A: If you want to apply it on the whole, use a water-repellent agent, and if you want to apply it in part, use a water-repellent spray. If you want to apply partially, for example, when removing or washing partially exposed dirt, or when you don't want to wear a water-repellent agent on the back because you don't want to wear a water-repellent agent on the back.
07:45 – How to maintain a good way to maintain gloves with a hybrid leather and synthetic fiber structure
A: To remove dirt from gloves, we recommend "footwear cleaning gel" for shoes and gear that can be used on both leather and fabrics containing leather retaining ingredients. For water-repellent treatment, use Glove Proof, a water-repellent agent for leather and fabric gloves. Compared to regular water-repellent agents, it is smooth and less likely to slip even when it is water-repellent.
08:40 – How to maintain your backpack
A: It is generally not recommended to wash your backpack completely (as it will damage the coating on the back). Basically, you scrub the dirty areas with a scrubbing pad and wash them off with water. Use "tent & gear solar wash" as detergent for areas with strong dirt, and it will also increase the cleaning power and also add a UV protection effect (it's recommended to apply a water repellent with a spray to make it perfect).
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