When the weather is warm, out come our sandals. Unfortunately, after a few wears, foot odor can start to come with them, and over time, our favorite sandals ...

We are excited to announce that all Nikwax product bottles will be made from 100% recycled plastic by 2020. Understanding the challenges associated with plas...

Guest Contributor: Liz Furmanski (Nikwax Ambassador) The “Discomfort” Zone: The Experience of a Cyclist As a year-round bike commuter in Seattle, the change ...

Odor. It happens to the best of us. Most of us own a few pieces of clothing that we avoid wearing because we know that no matter how many times we wash them,...

Here at Nikwax, we wanted to know what your favorite "camping hacks" were. Utilizing our various audiences across our various social and digital channels, we...

Guest Contributor: Nate Brown (Nikwax Ambassador) As the weather begins to warm up, you might be thinking about new ways to experience the great outdoors. If...

Guest Contributor: Bix Firer (Nikwax Ambassador) As outdoors folk, one challenge we face is being ready to have fun when time is at a premium. Weekends are e...

Vast mountain landscapes. Epic walls of rock. Perfect powder. Serene trails. These are a few of our favorite things. But unfortunately, for most of us, thes...

Purchasing a down jacket is a rite of passage for us outdoor types. It’s the quintessential uniform for all mountain towns, cold winter commutes, basecamps, ...

Over time, ski jackets can lose their water-repellency. Waterproofing doesn’t last forever. Whether from rubbing against a dirty car while straining to reach...

Guest Contributors: Emma Walker and  Jeremy Benson EMMA’S STORY: I can’t think of anything that can ruin an otherwise-lovely ski tour like ski skins that are...

You love your leather gloves. They’re durable, flexible, have great grip, and look fly. Did you know that to keep them in tip-top shape you’ll need to clean ...

Ski season is heating up across the country, but the freedom of sliding with gravity comes at a high cost. Most expenses are fixed and non-negotiable – lift ...

Journal Entry Contributor: Lori LaBissoniere Last week, a favorite hiking trail of mine was closed due to threatening "Wildlife Activity." I had heard the new...

It's important to be prepared when you head out into the wilderness. It doesn't matter if you're heading out for a short day hike, or an epic thru-hike, havi...

Hiking boots and shoes are meant to get dirty. A squeaky clean boot is a sign that your adventures are obviously not epic enough. However, in order to prolon...

Over time, rain jackets can lose their water-repellency. Waterproofing doesn’t last forever. Whether from rubbing against a dirty car while packing up grocer...

Most people don't realize that a clean sleeping bag is a happy sleeping bag. Cleaning your sleeping bag will help it maintain its loft, and keep you warm and...

Proper care will help your tent last longer. Why should you care for your tent? Most people only think of waterproofing when it comes to caring for their ten...

Get the most out of your camping trips, no matter the weather. Learn how a little preparation can make your camping trip the best yet. When it comes to campi...