Proper care and maintenance can help keep your outdoor gear and accessories in good condition and support their intended performance over time.
Because materials, construction, and intended uses vary between products, always follow any product-specific care instructions provided with the item or on the applicable product page.
General Care
After use, inspect your product and remove dirt, dust, sand, mud, moisture, or other debris as appropriate.
When cleaning a product:
- Follow any product-specific cleaning instructions.
- Use mild cleaning methods unless otherwise specified.
- Avoid harsh chemicals, bleach, strong solvents, or abrasive cleaners unless the product instructions specifically permit their use.
- Avoid excessive scrubbing or force that could damage surfaces, coatings, fabrics, fasteners, or other components.
- Allow products to dry thoroughly before storage when appropriate.
Storage
Store products in a clean, dry, and suitable environment when not in use.
Where applicable, avoid prolonged exposure to:
- Excessive moisture or humidity
- Direct sunlight
- Extreme heat or cold
- Harsh chemicals
- Dirt, salt, or other potentially damaging substances
Make sure products are sufficiently clean and dry before long-term storage to help reduce the risk of odors, deterioration, corrosion, or material damage.
Regular Inspection
Outdoor products and accessories may experience normal wear over time.
We recommend periodically checking products for signs of wear or damage, including loose components, cracks, tears, deformation, corrosion, weakened straps or fasteners, or other changes that could affect normal use.
If a product becomes damaged or no longer functions as intended, discontinue use when appropriate and replace or repair it as necessary.
Product-Specific Materials
Different materials may require different methods of cleaning, drying, and storage.
Fabric, plastic, metal, rubber, silicone, coated surfaces, and other materials should be cared for according to the instructions applicable to the specific product.
When product-specific care instructions differ from the general guidance on this page, the product-specific instructions should be followed.
Normal Wear
Normal wear may occur with regular use, particularly for products frequently exposed to outdoor environments, friction, moisture, dirt, or repeated handling.
The rate of wear may vary depending on frequency of use, environmental conditions, maintenance, storage, and how the product is used.
Need Help?
If you have questions about the appropriate care or maintenance of a particular product, please review the relevant product information.