And yes, while looking like a worn-out, dirty skid might be part of your personal brand, the way you treat your gear now, especially if it's been stowed away for six months, will have a major impact ...

Related: Review: Peak Performance Vertical Gore-Tex ePE Jacket and Pants. Note, these are general rules and following the specific washing instructions for your gear is suggested first and foremost.

In case you didn’t know, you should be washing your Gore-Tex outerwear regularly. According to Arc’teryx, heavily-used gear should be washed after every five to eight days of use, while lighter-use ...

In case you didn’t know, you should be washing your Gore-Tex outerwear regularly. According to Arc’teryx, heavily-used gear should be washed after every five to eight days of use, while ...