Nikwax Tech Wash

Works like advertised.

I washed my Arcteryx Alpha SV with this stuff for the first time a few weeks ago, and this stuff is amazing. Not only did it get some of the stains out, it made my jacket smell brand new. Great product, i will definitely be using it again.

The first order of business when I received my bottle of Nikwax Tech was to test was to read the back label to see if it was written in English instead of tech speak. I was happy to see that it's written in a very easy to understand and follow manner. If you've visited the Nikwax website you'll know it's filled with lots of great detailed, technical explanations and science, but it isn't always easy to understand. The awesome Nikwax team is currently creating easy to understand content, diagrams, drawings, explanations and videos, so be looking for those coming soon to the website.

Nikwax Tech Wash is gentle on everything, yet gets the job done. It's a non-detergent cleanser. It helps your outerwear last longer because it is so gentle. I invest in my gear; I take care of my gear. And I don't want a harsh wash wearing it down faster. I wash nearly all my clothes on "delicate" in "delicate" laundry wash, even if they are every day items. So I was stoked that Nikwax's wash would be gentle to my beloved outerwear.

The Tech Wash, unlike most soaps and detergents, doesn't gunk up or block the pores in the jacket, thus keeping breathable clothes breathable. It also take off grime, dirt, and any other substance on the clothes that would mask the DWR (if your jacket had DWR). Since the wash is detergent free, it helps keep your clothes water reppellent, if they are a shell or jacket.

I've been very pleased using this product. It lines up with my "be gentle to my gear" policy. It has de-mankified my outwear, leaving it clean, shiny and looking like new. It's easy to use and is water based, making it "environmentally friendly."

My love for the Tech Wash went as far this past weekend as washing my designer jeans in it while traveling for business. That's how gentle it is. Tech Wash again shined.

Nikwax also stands behind their product to the consumers benefit. If it jacket is damaged during a wash, call Nikwax and they'll replace the jacket. They believe in their product and want to give consumers the piece of mind when using it.

So the next time your outwear is getting all manky, check out a bottle of Tech Wash. It works great in tandom with the Tx Direct, the waterproofer for hardshells.

I was a little nervous about washing my expensive collection of gear, but I gave this a try anyway. Everything came out great! Got some small stains out of my hardshell jacket and softshell pants. I washed two hardshell jackets, one fleece, one synthetic down liner, and one softshell ski pant in the same load with the recommend about of Tech Wash. I put the load through an additional rinse cycle. Everything came out great! Very happy with this product.

This is the best product to safely clean your technical gear. It has a pleasant smell, removes stains, and it always leaves my gear looking & feeling like new.

Washing waterproof clothes with regular liquid detergent is terrible. The liquid doesn't completely dissolve and blocks the pores of your clothing. As a result, it is not as functional, and the clothing is less waterproof and less breathable. Using powder detergent is better, but you still face many of the same problems. The solution, Nikwax Tech Wash. This stuff is awesome, does a really great job cleaning waterproof clothing, without damaging it. And after you wash it with this stuff use the WashIn to help restore the waterproofing. This is the perfect 1-2 punch.

'nuff said.

Tech wash is the only product i use to clean my outerwear. It always does a great job at removing stains and odors from my outerwear.

I would honestly not reccomend anything else to wash your gear in. This is the ONLY product for tech type washes in my eyes. Works better than anything to breathe new life into your smelly gear.

At first I was a lil skeptical about this. After I used it my mind was changed. This stuff is GREAT! My high end jackets and pants came out looking brand new. Esp the collar and the cuffs. My jacket smells great now and looks brand new! This is a must to keep your gear tip top.

I washed my technical shell, rain jacket, softshell, and my primaloft coat and they all look brand new! This is supper easy to do and it does bring the waterproofness back just a little bit but to really revive your coats wash them in the TX Direct right after the Tech Wash.

Finally got around to washing my family's ski stuff at the end of the season last month and went through 3 bottles of Tech Wash. This stuff is the greatest; removes all signs of chairlift grease, mud, funk, dirt, food, etc. Finish off your wash with Nikwax's wash-in in waterproofing, http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Nikwax-Softshell-Proof-Wash-In/NIK0024M.html, and you're good to go. After spending $$$$ on tech clothing, don't use supermarket laundry detergent to wash it. Pleasing after wash scent too. cheers.

If you're like everyone these days, you're probably trying to get more mileage from your gear. Nikwax Tech Wash turns stinky, nasty, dirty shells and turns them almost new again. Never use powdered detergent on your tech wear, it never fully dissolves and renders the garment un-waterproof. I trust this stuff with all my family's gear. For heavily soiled stains, apply directly and then throw in the wash. Cheers.

Used per directions on a few Stoic and Arc' shells. Clean and Waterproof. Enough said.

works really well.

This stuff has really helped all my old gear that I was never smart enough to wash appropriately. They are now breathing appropriately and clean! Mixed with the spray on waterproofing, my super old stuff is performing like new!

If you have a shell that doesn't keep you dry anymore, wash it with this stuff and then TX.Direct and let it air dry. I did that to a Marmot Membrain jacket, and it's almost BETTER than new.

I washed my jacket, pants, and gloves with this stuff and the TX Direct, and my gear feels and looks like new! Amazing!

I am very impressed with how well these Nikwax products work. I used the TX Direct spray on in conjunction with the Tech Wash here and it literally transformed the material on my jacket. My 2 year old jacket has had it pretty rough. The material felt coarse and had some fuzziness to the fibers from being flogged so hard. After washing it the material felt smooth and supple again. Very impressed with this product.

Did you know that washing your Gore Tex will actually keep it breathing and waterproof? A couple of times a year I run all of my technical outerwear through the wash and it really does keep things looking nice and new.

If you have any technical shell that has lost some of its waterproofing or just starts to smell...y ou need this. Normal detergent ruins technical shell materials, this stuff preserves it. You Need to have this

I love this product and have used it for years. I am pleased they have a UV protection out now too by Nikwax. Follow the directions on the bottle and keep your performance clothing clean. Your clothing will last years longer if you just invest more in tech wash.