{"id":10510,"date":"2024-05-08T12:59:43","date_gmt":"2024-05-08T11:59:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/?p=10510"},"modified":"2025-07-08T13:09:03","modified_gmt":"2025-07-08T12:09:03","slug":"the-art-of-making-quality-outdoor-gear-last","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/the-art-of-making-quality-outdoor-gear-last\/","title":{"rendered":"The Art Of Making Things Last"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2100\" height=\"1181\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-17584\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2025\/03\/the-art-of-making-things-last.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2025\/03\/the-art-of-making-things-last.jpg 2100w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2025\/03\/the-art-of-making-things-last-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2025\/03\/the-art-of-making-things-last-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2025\/03\/the-art-of-making-things-last-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2025\/03\/the-art-of-making-things-last-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2025\/03\/the-art-of-making-things-last-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2100px) 100vw, 2100px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:41px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Art Of Making Things Last<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:37px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Want gear that lasts a lifetime? This guide reveals the smart habits and mindset that help your outdoor kit last.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:37px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-oswald-font-family\" id=\"1-is-camping-with-kids-a-nightmare\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\">In SHORT&#8230;<\/h2>\n\n\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 1.1em; text-align: left; --ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px;; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 256 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%23000000&quot; d=&quot;M160 64c0-11.8-6.5-22.6-16.9-28.2s-23-5-32.9 1.6l-96 64C-.5 111.2-4.4 131 5.4 145.8s29.7 18.7 44.4 8.9L96 123.8V416H32c-17.7 0-32 14.3-32 32s14.3 32 32 32h96 96c17.7 0 32-14.3 32-32s-14.3-32-32-32H160V64z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); --ub-list-item-fa-li-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-spacing: 0px; \" class=\"wp-block-ub-styled-list ub_styled_list\" id=\"ub_styled_list-8e5d2400-9ae7-4030-be76-37d1af233bc1\"><div class=\"ub-block-list__layout\" style=\"text-align: left; column-count: 1; --ub-list-mobile-column-count: 1; \">\n<li class=\"ub_styled_list_item\" style=\"--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 512 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%23000000&quot; d=&quot;M0 256a256 256 0 1 0 512 0A256 256 0 1 0 0 256zM241 377c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0s-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l87-87-87-87c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9s24.6-9.4 33.9 0L345 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L241 377z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); \" id=\"ub-styled-list-item-8eaa5243-4c9e-4af5-b392-32ace88f5cb3\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_list_item_content\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"0.9em\" height=\"0.9em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path fill=\"#000000\" d=\"M0 256a256 256 0 1 0 512 0A256 256 0 1 0 0 256zM241 377c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0s-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l87-87-87-87c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9s24.6-9.4 33.9 0L345 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L241 377z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_text\"><strong>Why investing in quality gear makes sense:<\/strong> Learn how choosing well-made, durable products not only supports your adventures, but is better for your wallet\u2014and the planet.<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/li>\n\n<li class=\"ub_styled_list_item\" style=\"--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 512 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%23000000&quot; d=&quot;M0 256a256 256 0 1 0 512 0A256 256 0 1 0 0 256zM241 377c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0s-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l87-87-87-87c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9s24.6-9.4 33.9 0L345 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L241 377z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); \" id=\"ub-styled-list-item-c19862ed-a317-4ed4-b4a9-190c8d05b52b\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_list_item_content\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"0.9em\" height=\"0.9em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path fill=\"#000000\" d=\"M0 256a256 256 0 1 0 512 0A256 256 0 1 0 0 256zM241 377c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0s-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l87-87-87-87c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9s24.6-9.4 33.9 0L345 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L241 377z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_text\"><strong>How proper care extends your gear\u2019s life:<\/strong> From cleaning and storage to using the right care products\u2014these are the simple habits that protect your kit season after season.<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/li>\n\n<li class=\"ub_styled_list_item\" style=\"--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 512 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%23000000&quot; d=&quot;M0 256a256 256 0 1 0 512 0A256 256 0 1 0 0 256zM241 377c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0s-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l87-87-87-87c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9s24.6-9.4 33.9 0L345 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L241 377z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); \" id=\"ub-styled-list-item-fd92756d-0fd5-402a-a0ba-245376f60e02\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_list_item_content\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"0.9em\" height=\"0.9em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path fill=\"#000000\" d=\"M0 256a256 256 0 1 0 512 0A256 256 0 1 0 0 256zM241 377c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0s-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l87-87-87-87c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9s24.6-9.4 33.9 0L345 239c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9L241 377z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_text\"><strong>What mindset unlocks true gear longevity:<\/strong> It\u2019s not just about materials\u2014it\u2019s about building that connection with your kit, keeping it sentimental, and knowing when care or repairs can save the day.<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/li>\n<\/div><\/ul>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:37px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In a world where consumer capitalism seems to take precedence, the lure of buying new is hard to resist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-the-high-quality-outdoor-gear-investment\">The High-Quality Outdoor Gear Investment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting new gear is exciting. We get it. As an outdoor retailer, we&#8217;re not trying to discourage you from purchasing new items altogether, because let\u2019s be honest, it\u2019s 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 have inevitably fallen into.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2024\/05\/dji_0342-edit-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Grand Trunk Camping\" class=\"wp-image-10631\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2024\/05\/dji_0342-edit-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2024\/05\/dji_0342-edit-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2024\/05\/dji_0342-edit-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2024\/05\/dji_0342-edit.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, the consumerism epidemic isn&#8217;t just damaging society; it&#8217;s damaging the environment, too. Movements like the fast fashion movement and the never-ending cycle of large-scale brands churning out new &#8216;on trend&#8217; products, whether clothing or other items, are literally costing the Earth. This is why, here at Trekitt, we like to make things last. It&#8217;s also why we sell things that do, too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-the-art-of-making-things-last\">The art of making things last<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>While all quality outdoor gear has a baseline for longevity (that baseline depends on the product in question), there are also different things that we can do to help our kit last even longer, whether it&#8217;s a pair of leather <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trekitt.co.uk\/walking\/footwear?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_campaign=Making+Things+Last+Blog&amp;utm_id=Walking+Boots&amp;utm_content=Blog_BlogCTA_Performance\">walking boots<\/a>, a well-loved <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trekitt.co.uk\/rucksacks\/outdoor-rucksacks?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_campaign=Making+Things+Last+Blog&amp;utm_id=Outdoor+Rucksacks&amp;utm_content=Blog_BlogCTA_Performance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">backpack <\/a>or a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trekitt.co.uk\/outdoor-jackets\/waterproof-jackets-1?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_campaign=Making+Things+Last+Blog&amp;utm_id=Waterproof+Jackets&amp;utm_content=Blog_BlogCTA_Performance\">waterproof jacket<\/a> that has seen one too many wet British summers. Practising the art of making our clothing and equipment last has enormous benefits, and those benefits don&#8217;t have to be solely environmental, either.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-creating-relationships-with-our-outdoor-gear\">Creating relationships with our outdoor gear?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>When we care for and look after our gear, we can add years to its lifespan. During those extra years, we will accumulate more memories of the adventures that those pieces of gear accompanied us on. That pair of boots you&#8217;ve owned for a decade or the backpack you&#8217;ve had for even longer becomes sentimental. Once something becomes sentimental, you become more attached to it, meaning you want to care for it further and avoid saying your goodbyes to it. This little loop not only allows us to appreciate items that are worn and well-loved, but it helps to keep them out of landfills, too, which in turn is (of course) better for the environment. It&#8217;s a cycle! But how do we actually make these things last even longer than they already would?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:32px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"10512\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2024\/05\/dsc09605-edit-2-682x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Quality outdoor gear and hiking clothes\" class=\"wp-image-10512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2024\/05\/dsc09605-edit-2-682x1024.jpg 682w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2024\/05\/dsc09605-edit-2-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2024\/05\/dsc09605-edit-2-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2024\/05\/dsc09605-edit-2-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2024\/05\/dsc09605-edit-2.jpg 1333w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"10513\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2024\/05\/dsc09565-edit-2-682x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Quality outdoor gear and hiking clothes\" class=\"wp-image-10513\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2024\/05\/dsc09565-edit-2-682x1024.jpg 682w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2024\/05\/dsc09565-edit-2-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2024\/05\/dsc09565-edit-2-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2024\/05\/dsc09565-edit-2-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2024\/05\/dsc09565-edit-2.jpg 1333w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:41px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-how-to-make-quality-outdoor-gear-last-longer\">How To Make Quality Outdoor Gear Last Longer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a variety of ways that we can help our clothing and equipment to last longer, even when they&#8217;re being used regularly in rugged environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-buy-good-quality-well-fitted-durable-products\">Buy good-quality, well-fitted, durable products<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Admittedly, higher-quality outdoor gear comes with a higher price point. However, don&#8217;t let this put you off. It&#8217;s far more likely that the pair of walking shoes you see on sale for \u00a324.99 will last a year or two at best, compared to the more expensive ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Buying the cheaper option often means you&#8217;ll continue unnecessarily spending money on new items because your cheap first-choice has broken or failed; this quickly amounts to hundreds of pounds lost and a lot of waste created! Despite the higher cost, choosing a product made with quality materials will actually save you money in the long run, as it\u2019ll likely last you for years, if not decades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Quality outdoor gear from well-established outdoor brands also often comes with product guarantees and repair options to ensure it won\u2019t just end up in landfill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Doing a little extra research before you make a purchase, reading the reviews, and trying a product on before you buy it will also ensure that, as time goes by, you don&#8217;t suddenly feel unsatisfied with your purchase or realise that it&#8217;s not actually what you need for your intended use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:32px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2024\/05\/dsc06872-2-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Trail running\" class=\"wp-image-10633\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2024\/05\/dsc06872-2-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2024\/05\/dsc06872-2-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2024\/05\/dsc06872-2-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tkt\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2024\/05\/dsc06872-2-1.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-trekitt-are-here-to-help\">Trekitt is here to help<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Trekitt&#8217;s Assortment and Purchasing Team works incredibly hard to pick durable products with the highest performance standards for various activities and experience levels. However, we know our range can be a little extensive, and that narrowing down the best choice for you can be tricky. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need help making a decision, why not contact our fantastic customer service team or even visit us in-store at our Hereford Service Centre? With Trekitt, you can get expert advice on clothing, boots and equipment and even arrange fitting appointments to ensure you purchase the correct size.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-look-after-your-gear\">Look after your gear<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether it&#8217;s clothing, footwear or equipment, if you don&#8217;t look after your gear, your gear won&#8217;t look after you. The best way to get years and years of performance out of your items is to take care of them; keep them clean, store them properly and don&#8217;t neglect them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>We stock various <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trekitt.co.uk\/product-care?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_campaign=Making+Things+Last+Blog&amp;utm_id=Product+care&amp;utm_content=Blog_BlogCTA_Performance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">care products<\/a> that will help you do this, including Nikwax Tech Wash for clothing and insulation, and Grangers Footwear Cleaners for walking shoes and boots. Using technical cleaners instead of usual household detergents has many benefits. For example, it can help remove odour-causing bacteria from your clothing that builds up as you sweat. Cleaning your footwear is also essential for helping to prevent it from further damage, cracking, splitting, or leaking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;ve never used technical cleaners before, they&#8217;re pretty simple to use. Guides are also usually provided on the packaging of care products to help. If you want to be extra sure, you can even check out the guides on our YouTube channel. 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