How do i reactivate the waterproof properties of my ski jacket and pants?

Waterproofing sprays or ones to reactivate water-repellent properties of fabric can be found easily in store and are specially designed for fabrics and clothing.

It seems stupid, but we’ll say it anyway: to use them, first refer to the instructions provided with the product. Please note: ideally, waterproof your ski wear at least 6 hours before use.

To begin, check that all pockets of your ski jacket or trousers are empty and closed (let them who have never found an old ski pass or lip balm hidden at the bottom of a pocket cast the first stone).

Then, turn your jacket or trousers inside out: turn out sleeves, legs and hoods and close the zips that can be closed.

BE CAREFUL! Your jacket and trousers must be completely dry before being waterproofed in the tumble dryer.

Before putting your ski jacket or trousers in the tumble dryer, check that they are completely dry. If you have washed them beforehand then let them dry in ambient air on a dryer, turning them out at least once.

Once your ski jacket and/or trousers are completely dry, put them in the tumble dryer for 10 minutes on a delicate programme. The heat of the tumble dryer will reactive the water-repellent treatment.

Follow these instructions carefully as waterproof wear dried at too high a heat or for too long can lose all its technical features.

Some waterproof membrane manufacturers also recommend the iron to reactivate the water-repellent properties of your ski jacket or trousers.

At Wedze, we advise against it: it’s an extremely delicate exercise as it's difficult to perfectly control the iron’s heat. An iron that’s too hot can damage the membrane of your ski wear and it may lose all it’s technical features. If you want to try it out after all, never put the iron directly on the garment: protect it using fabric in between and iron it a very low heat with no steam.