Product care and maintenance

Product care and maintenance

Have a DIY spirit? We’ve put together how-to articles and videos on some of the most popular gear repair and maintenance topics.

Close-up view of a person repairing a tent pole using a repair sleeve

Tent repair and care

Learn how to pack and store your tent, and do simple repairs for tent poles.

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Spraying a sleeping pad to find the hole

How to store and repair a sleeping pad

It’s a quick fix if your pad springs a leak – learn how to patch it up.

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Person pulling a sleeping bag out of the dryer and taking out tennis balls

How to wash a sleeping bag

Caring for your sleeping bag properly helps it last longer and keep you warm.

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How to fix a zipper

Have a zipper problem? Check out these fixes to get you zipping again.

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A closeup of a blue down jacket

How to wash a down jacket

Give your trusty warm layer a little TLC.

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Water beading on a waterproof shell jacket

How to wash waterproof jackets and pants

How to clean your waterproof-breathables and reapply a water-shedding finish.

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Patching waterproof-breathable jacket

How to repair a torn waterproof jacket or pants

Snagged your rain jacket on a branch? Here’s how to fix it.

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Muddy hiking boots in a puddle

How to clean and waterproof hiking boots

Keep your boots adventure-ready for years to come with a few simple steps.

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Person cleaning a bike chain. Photo by Arianne Nantel Gagnon.

How to clean and lube a bike chain

A few simple steps to a smooth ride and a clean bicycle chain.

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How to fix a flat bike tire

Flats happen. Learn how to make the repair and get rolling again.

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Rinsing off mountain bikes after a ride

How to wash your bike

So you can go get it dirty all over again.

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Person waxing skis

How to wax skis and snowboards

Treat the bases right on your skis or snowboard to keep them running smooth.

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