Usually this time of year the cold rain is pouring down in sheets and makes us wish we were someplace warm and dry.  We’ve had some rain thus far, but generally it has been a pretty mild fall so far.  As long as it is mild, you might want to consider washing and re-waterproofing your outerwear to restore the water shedding capabilities (DWR) so that you are ready for future downpours.  We are well stocked with Nikwax Tech Wash and TX Direct Wash-In.  Drop by our shop, pick up some Nikwax, and we’ll give you the lowdown on how to correctly clean and re-treat your garments (or go here for more info) so that the rain beads up and rolls off you just like it did when your jacket was new.

Scott Rulander kayaking on the Sandy River. Photo: Matt Menely

With rain on the horizon, the onset of whitewater season is here and the replacement of many gaskets on dry tops and suits at Mountain Soles is soon to follow. Here are a few tips to help make your latex gaskets last a little longer. (more…)