49: New Waterproof Fabrics - What You Need To Know Part 3
09/27/24 • 38 min
There are big changes happening in the world of waterproofs . They're a long time coming and are great news for the environment BUT we will all need to learn how to use and maintain the new technologies.
In this final part of three "waterproof special" podcasts, Cathy and Wayne are joined by Tim Francis Regional Trainer and Account Manager for Grangers International, to discuss why new waterproof fabrics will need to be washed and re-proofed more frequently than older garments and how you can do this simply and easily at home.
As technical garment users, we all need to better understand why these changes are needed, how they will impact our time in the hills and why we will need to wash and re-proof our waterproof garments more regularly.
There is a world of science in your waterproof jacket - we're here to help you understand it.
Listen ,learn, laugh and if you are able, please consider donating to our chosen charity: Young Minds Matter Appeal | Brathay Trust
See our full range: The Climbers Shop and Joe Brown Shops | Outdoor Clothing & Equipment UK (climbers-shop.com)
Free kit advice: The Joe Brown Outdoor Academy
To learn more about how simple it is to wash and re-proof your garment at home:
Washing Your Waterproof Clothing — The Climbers Shop / Joe Brown Blog (theclimbersshopjoebrownblog.co.uk)
For a list of care and repair facilities throughout the UK:
Repairs and Servicing I — The Joe Brown Outdoor Academy
If you found this interesting then don't forget to download:
Episode 1: Waterproofs - I'm Wet Through to My Undies (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 2: Layering - The Joy of Moisture Management (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 38: Baselayers - Tight Fit (buzzsprout.com)
There are big changes happening in the world of waterproofs . They're a long time coming and are great news for the environment BUT we will all need to learn how to use and maintain the new technologies.
In this final part of three "waterproof special" podcasts, Cathy and Wayne are joined by Tim Francis Regional Trainer and Account Manager for Grangers International, to discuss why new waterproof fabrics will need to be washed and re-proofed more frequently than older garments and how you can do this simply and easily at home.
As technical garment users, we all need to better understand why these changes are needed, how they will impact our time in the hills and why we will need to wash and re-proof our waterproof garments more regularly.
There is a world of science in your waterproof jacket - we're here to help you understand it.
Listen ,learn, laugh and if you are able, please consider donating to our chosen charity: Young Minds Matter Appeal | Brathay Trust
See our full range: The Climbers Shop and Joe Brown Shops | Outdoor Clothing & Equipment UK (climbers-shop.com)
Free kit advice: The Joe Brown Outdoor Academy
To learn more about how simple it is to wash and re-proof your garment at home:
Washing Your Waterproof Clothing — The Climbers Shop / Joe Brown Blog (theclimbersshopjoebrownblog.co.uk)
For a list of care and repair facilities throughout the UK:
Repairs and Servicing I — The Joe Brown Outdoor Academy
If you found this interesting then don't forget to download:
Episode 1: Waterproofs - I'm Wet Through to My Undies (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 2: Layering - The Joy of Moisture Management (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 38: Baselayers - Tight Fit (buzzsprout.com)
Previous Episode
46: Kit Lists - Sea Kayaking & Climbing in Greenland with Olly Sanders
Planning an expedition to Greenland?
Cathy and Wayne are joined by Olly Sanders to chat about how to prepare, what kit to pack, why climbing style may be dictated by your kayak, the effect of comms and tech on expeditions and why wellies are always on his kit list.
There are top tips on how to travel with minimal impact, information and funding advice for those planning their own adventures all interspersed with how to pack your boat, where to strap your gun and the very real discovery that Polar Bears are REALLY big when you're lying down!
If that's not enough - we even talk Batman stunts.
This show has it all!
Listen ,learn, laugh and if you are able, please consider donating to our chosen charity: Young Minds Matter Appeal | Brathay Trust
See our full range: The Climbers Shop and Joe Brown Shops | Outdoor Clothing & Equipment UK (climbers-shop.com)
Free kit advice: The Joe Brown Outdoor Academy
Olly's website: All About Rock & Sea Adventures (rockandseadventures.co.uk)
If you found this interesting then don't forget to download:
Episode 1: Waterproofs - I'm Wet Through to My Undies (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 2: Layering - The Joy of Moisture Management (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 3: Socks - My Feet Stink (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 4: Sleeping Bags - Slip Into Something Silky (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 5: Gloves - Mittens vs Fingers (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 8: Stoves - Burning Ring of Fire (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 11: Lighting - Beam Me Up (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 19: Tents - Erections Of All Sizes (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 21: First Aid - I've Got An Ouchie (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 22: Sunglasses & Goggles - Eye Eye! (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 27: Water Purifiers - That's Quite A Thirst (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 37: Ropes - All Tied Up (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 38: Baselayers - Tight Fit (buzzsprout.com)
Episode 41: How To Keep Warm With Dr Down (buzzsprout.com)
Next Episode
50: KMF 2024 - Balance with Rab
Part 1 of our Kendal Mountain Festival 2024 season
Cathy talks with Jon Frederick, Group Marketing Director for Equip (Global) about their key brand Rab.
Recorded in front of a live Audience this fascinating episode gives a real insight into how your favourite outdoor garments journey from concept to reality. This years festival theme is "Balance" and this podcast looks not just at how we, as users, offset or compare the value of one garment over another but also at how production has evolved to balance growth with sustainability, how we are all responsible for how we buy our kit, how product is tested and how, since the very beginning, Rab's partnerships are key to building the best clothing and equipment possible.
Listen ,learn, laugh and if you are able, please consider donating to our chosen charity: COMMUNITY ACTION NEPAL
See our full Rab range: The Climbers Shop and Joe Brown Shops | Outdoor Clothing & Equipment UK (climbers-shop.com)
Free kit advice: The Joe Brown Outdoor Academy
Rab® Official Site. High performance outdoor clothing, down jackets, GORE-TEX, sleeping bags and packs. | Rab® UK
Kendal Mountain Festival | Share the Adventure
If you found this interesting then don't forget to download:
Episode 47: New Waterproof Fabrics - What You Need To Know Part 1
Episode 43: Kit Lists - The Mountain Goat Circuit
Episode 30: Kit Lists - 8000m Peaks with Jon Gupta
Episode 26: Kit Lists - Expeditions with Andy Cave
Episode 13: Joe Browns and The Climbers Shop - The Big History
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