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Backcountry.com Shift Welder Hoody - Men's
My shift welder is starting to get wet and lose its water resistance...
By JohnnyJlo11673120
Ranked #3672 - Men's Softshell Jackets
April 19, 2009
My shift welder is starting to get wet and lose its water resistance in the rain. What can I do to repair it? And how should I clean this bad boy?
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By daniel roy
Ranked #1790 - Men's Softshell Jackets
April 21, 2009
I agree with Taylor, you're best bet is Nikwax. I have been using Nikwax products for a while and it seems to work just great for such a use as you are looking for. I've never used the tech wash that has been recommended, but being a Nikwax product I'm sure it wouldn't hurt. However the DWR wash in is priceless!!! Should bring your hoodie back up to par!
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By Taylor Yager
Ranked #580 - Men's Softshell Jackets
April 20, 2009
There are products you can use to wash and revive the DWR coating on this jacket. I use Nixwax Tech Wash to clean the jacket and then Nixwax wash-in DWR after. There are also spray-on DWR products. Also, Grangers makes good wash/DWR products as well. Type "Nixwax" into the search bar at the top and you can get a list of those products.
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- Polartec Power Shield softshell
- Waterproof Rating:
- Highly water-resistant
- Breathable Rating:
- Highly breathable
- Core Venting:
- No
- Pockets:
- 2 Hand, 1 chest, 1 internal chest
- Seam Taped:
- No, welded seams
- Powder Skirt:
- No
- Hood:
- Yes
- Zip-in Compatibility:
- No
- Weight:
- 22oz (635g)
- Recommended Use:
- Skiing, hiking, climbing, camping, touring, backpacking
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- China
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