Arc’teryx Is Offering Free Gore-Tex Outerwear Washing From September 21-25

In case you didn’t know, you should be washing your Gore-Tex outerwear regularly. According to Arc’teryx, heavily-used gear should be washed after every five to eight days of use, while lighter-use garments should be washed every 10 to 20 days. In other words, if your gear is covered in grime, looks or feels dirty, or is no longer beading water off the surface, it's time for a wash.

Next week, from September 21-25, Arc’teryx is offering complimentary washing for Gore-Tex gear at many of their retail locations during their Gore-Tex Wash Week 2024 campaign. If you have a favorite Arc’teryx shell jacket or pant that needs some love, bring it by your local storefront and they will inspect, wash, and re-treat it for you to get you set up for the upcoming season.

If you can’t make it, or don’t live near an Arc’teryx location, don’t sweat. Here’s a quick how-to video on how to properly wash your gear.

Here’s a few rules from Arc’teryx for Wash Week 2024:

• Space is limited, find a retailer and reserve a spot here . RSVPs are mandatory.
• The ReCARE™ Wash Week event includes ONE complimentary wash & DWR treatment per RSVP.
• We will only be accepting Arc'teryx GORE-TEX shells, no insulated pieces, please.
• Please inspect your garment. Garments showing any pre-existing signs of delamination or other damage will NOT be eligible for ReCARE™. If your gear is falling apart, hit up the Arc’teryx warranty department .
• Your garment will undergo a product assessment and a waiver must be signed.
• Please bring your ID for drop off and pick up. You must drop off & pick up your own garments.

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