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Best way to clean Savanna gear?

CaptRehkopf

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I have the pants and jacket and they're dirty, real dirty. What is the best way to clean them?
Ride Safe,
Robert
 
I have the pants and jacket and they're dirty, real dirty. What is the best way to clean them?

Shout spray-on stain remover.

I coat my whole suit, let is soak for a half-hour and then wash. You'll be amazed how black the water gets.

And its about a whopping $2.50 per bottle that will do a whole suit.

I've been using it for well over ten years.
 
BMW will tell you it's using the cleaners they sell.

My Savannah still has its washing instructions tag.
 
Riding gear is made from synthetics that don't embed dirt easily, though some fibers (nylons especially) are potential oil sponges.
I do the Nikwax or Woolite drill after spotting heavy stuff with Shout or similar.
I also treat with one of the waterproofing sprays- not to waterproof it- but to help the next 3washing release all the dirt..

Be very careful not to use any types of chlorine bleaches- they discolor and damage colors on many synthetics...
 
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