Uploaded April 2022 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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You can make your tramping equipment more effective and last longer with some simple steps. In this video we show you tips on washing and waterproofing your clothing.

KEY LEARNINGS
- Wash or treat your waterproof layers after particularly rainy/muddy trips. Use special washing products and use the guidelines on the labels or on the Macpac website.
- Remove dirt from your boots regularly using fresh water or cleaners and dry them out naturally

This video is developed to help you stay safe and prepare while hiking, walking or tramping in New Zealand. For more how-to videos in the series, continue on to the next video:

- Be ready for all weather: youtu.be/DgCkzM3SAlU
- Tramp like a pro: youtu.be/4CnyD7q2An0
- Managing your temperature: youtu.be/HDrNs6IBefI
- How to fit a pack: youtu.be/a_lx-19ezeQ
- Gear Care – Sleeping bags: youtu.be/GtDOgghiHxA
- Gear Care – Tents: youtu.be/TzwZKpCc8SU

You can get a gear list and all the other information required for your favourite tracks with the NZ Mountain Safety Council’s Plan My Walk app. Visit planmywalk.nz or download from your app store

Visit mountainsafety.org.nz for more resources and videos to help you prepare

Visit the Macpac website: macpac.co.nz https://www.macpac.com.au/

Follow Macpac on Social Media:
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Facebook: facebook.com/macpac

Brought to you by the NZ Mountain Safety Council and Macpac. Learn more about our Outdoor Safety Retail Partnership on the Macpac website.

Filmed by Quite Nice Films Productions 2022

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