Now two seasons old. Any suggestions or recommendations on what to use (other than buy a new pair)
Thanks
I've just dug mine out ready for the onset of some wetter weather and gave them a wash in this http://www.nikwax.com/en-gb/products/productdetail.php?productid=4&itemid=-1&fabricid=-1
and then give them a spray with this http://www.nikwax.com/en-gb/products/productdetail.php?productid=16&itemid=-1&fabricid=-1
Apologies for hijack, but are they any good as Winter shorts?
Just use the Graingers etc wash and proof products on them?
OP, do you use detergent to wash them?
Zelak, not bad as winter shorts, but not the toughest shorts I've ever had. I'm on my 2nd pair after the arse panel stitching/fabric wore away and a big hole appeared in the 1st pair of shorts. They are slighty stretchy so quite comfy while wearing.
Not totally water proof but not bad but 3/4 length water proof shorts may be better for the depths of winter. One way to make the seat area last a bit longer is to use bees wax etc on the seat panel and sticking/seams for a bit of extra protection.
Before clearing of to live in Spain I used to clean horse rugs for a living.Nikwax has always been the best for waterproofing synthetic fabrics and can be used on breathable fabrics.Anything waterproof needs to be washed in a soap based cleaner as detergents will take out the waterproofing qualities
