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Tips for Using Revivex Down Cleaner

Tips for Using Revivex Down Cleaner

Revivex Down Cleaner restores loft and warmth to nearly all of your down gear and apparel, to keep you warm and safe on every adventure. Unlike household laundry soaps, Down Cleaner cleans without...

Tips for Using Revivex Pro Cleaner

Tips for Using Revivex Pro Cleaner

If you want to make your outdoor apparel and gear to last for as many adventures as possible, it's important that you use a specialized cleaner meant for technical clothing. Mass-market detergents...

Tips for Using Seam Grip FC

Our unique brush applicator allows the user to easily apply Seam Grip FC into needle holes, sewn joints, corners and under lap-felled and folded seams.

How to Protect and Restore Paddle Gear

Why do materials degrade? Synthetics such as vinyl, Hypalon, neoprene, fiberglass, plastics and nylon all degrade over time. But this degradation can be dramatically slowed. All of these material...

Tips for Using Aquaseal SR

Restoring Worn Soles and Heels PREP: Roughen damaged area with sandpaper or wire brush. Use cloth to clean area with Aquaseal FD Cure Accelerator. Repeat cleaning for best adhesion. TAPE: For thick...

Tips for Using Seam Grip WP

PRODUCT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS  Note: Wear gloves during application to avoid skin contact. PREP: Clean seams on used tents with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol. APPLY: Apply a thin layer of Seam Gri...

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How to Care for Stand-Up Paddle Board Gear

Learn how to take care of your stand-up paddle board gear.

Mountain School Celebrates 25th Silver Anniversary

Mountain School Celebrates 25th Silver Anniversary

Congratulations to our friends at the North Cascades Institute. This year marks the Silver Anniversary of their Mountain School program! To help celebrate this milestone, we've created special repa...

Microfiber Towels Now Treated with Silver Antimicrobial Ions

We're pleased to announce that all of our Ultra Compact Microfiber Towels are now treated with SILVADUR silver antimicrobial ions. SILVADUR keeps the towel fabric fresh and odor-free by inhibiting ...

How Much Do You Know About Boots

How much do you know about boots?  Boots are one of the most important things to a backpacker. Finding the right fit can be difficult so it's crucial to take good care of your boots when you find t...

5 Uses for the Microfiber Towel

The Microfiber Towel is one of our most versatile towels. In case you needed a little inspiration, we’ve made this list of uses to help jumpstart your brain. 1. In your camera bag: Throw it in your...

What's in Your Backpack

What's in Your Backpack

Packing your bag for your first overnight backpacking trip might seem like a daunting task. What food do I bring and how much?  Where does my tent go? And how do I fit the 10 essentials, my stove, ...

How to Build a Toe Cap

How to Build a Toe Cap

Boots are one of the most important things when working. Your feet need to be protected, comfortable, and supported. Generally heavy-duty leather is the best choice for the job. The only problem wi...

Repair Day with North Cascades Institute

Repair Day with North Cascades Institute

Attending summer camp can be a memorable experience.  The fresh mountain air, crystal clear lakes, and the friendships formed along the way.  For many kids summer camp is only made possible through...

Why Can't I Use Sea Drops or Sea Gold on Swim Goggles?

Sea Drops and Sea Gold are not for use on swim goggles because the lens is situated fairly close to your eyes and swim goggles tend to allow water in. If the water mixes with the solution and gets ...