Care & Repair

Care & Repair | Trekitt’s Blog you’ll learn how to care or repair your own kit from home, with the help and guidance from the knowledgeable staff of Trekitt.

In our first post, you’ll learn the importance of looking after your boots, whether they’re Synethic, Leather, Nubuck we will take you through each step ‘to care then repair’ the boots.

Care & Repair

How to Clean a Tent?

19 September 2024

HOW TO CLEAN YOUR TENT So, you’ve just returned from an epic camping trip. The memories are fresh, the stories are plenty, but there’s one thing that’s not quite as exciting: your tent. It’s seen some action, maybe even a little too much. Dirt, mould, and that “distinct” camping smell have taken over. But don’t…
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Care & Repair, Knowledge

The Art Of Making Things Last

8 May 2024

Getting new gear is exciting. We get it. As an outdoor retailer, we’re not trying to discourage you from purchasing new items altogether, because let’s be honest, it’s what keeps the business afloat. However, buying more wisely and investing in longer-lasting, high-quality outdoor gear is a sure way to help avoid the Anthropocene we humans…
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How To Wash Your Waterproof Jacket

15 December 2023

How To Wash Your Waterproof Jacket Living in the UK, we expect a lot from our waterproof shell jackets. They get well and truly put through their paces all year round. Regular maintenance will keep your jacket performing and breathing at its best, making your time outdoors more enjoyable. If your shell jacket isn’t beading water…
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How to care for Fjallraven G-1000

11 December 2023

Fjallraven G-1000- Fabric Care Remember that time I hiked up Mount Drizzle (okay, not its real name, but you get the idea) and got caught in unexpected rainfall? If my trusty Fjällräven G-1000 jacket hadn’t been properly waxed, I’d have been a walking, talking puddle! This brings us to the superstar of outdoor fabrics: G-1000.…
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Care & Repair, Knowledge

Gore-Tex® Is Changing. What Does This Mean For Our Waterproofs?

16 November 2023

Big news. Gore-Tex® is changing. Why, you ask? For the environment. It’s as simple as that. However, first, let’s delve a little deeper into the brand’s history, what they do, and why this change to their products is so important.
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Care & Repair, How to’s, Knowledge

5 Ways You’re Ruining Your Walking Boots

8 August 2022

5 Ways You’re Ruining Your Walking Boots Your hiking boots are big investment in your outdoor adventures. They won’t last forever if you don’t take proper care of them. From neglecting to clean them after a muddy hike to wearing the wrong socks. There are many ways you could be unintentionally damaging your boots. In…
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Outdoor footwear care: Footwear SOS

17 May 2022

Discover the significance of maintaining your outdoor footwear for a lasting and comfortable adventure. In this guide, we’ll explain why proper care is essential and share valuable tips and tricks to help you keep your outdoor boots and shoes performing at their best.
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