Outdoor Clothing > Nikwax Outdoor Clothing

Advantages: Works great
Disadvantages: Little expensive.

I first came across Nikwax when I was walking around my old local Country Wide store, I'd bought my fiancé a rather expensive mad dog camouflage fleece that was waterproof and I need something that was going to keep it water resistant and also re-proof it, the collection of Nikwax products at the end of one of the aisle caught my eye and so I started to read the bottles until I happened upon the bottle of Polar Proof. The bottle itself is white with ...
...you're going to proof with Nikwax Tech Wash first but I have never done that and It's never been a problem. Alas, using the stuff is easy, throw whatever it is you're going to proof into the washing machine and pour 2 caps full; that's 100ml of Polar Proof into the detergent dispenser. (You need 3 cap fulls/150 ml for 2 - 3 items) then set your machine to run a 40˚ synthetic cycle. If you don't have a washing machine then you can also hand wash, ... Read review

Advantages: Does what it says on the bottle.
Disadvantages: n/a

Nikwax Fabric and Leather Proof is a sponge on waterproofing agent that helps to maintain support and breath ability in your footwear, this is suitable for all fabric and leather and it is especially recommended for Gore-Tex and other breathable membranes such as SypaTex and eVent. The purple and white bottle of magic comes in the following quantities: 125ml Sponge-on for about £4 125ml Spray-on costing around £5 1.0litre Sponge-on which is £12 ...
...Nikwax Footwear Cleaning Gel) and whilst still damp just shake the bottle, break the seal and then apply generously all over; allow about 2 minutes for it to soak in and then remove and surplus with a cloth allowing the shoes to dry our before you next use them. I really like this product because it is so easy and quick to use, I personally find that it doesn't last long but that is more to do with the fact that I have to clean and re-proof my partners ... Read review

Advantages: Better than soap & Water
Disadvantages: Applicator a bit annoying

...swear I never stop. Thankfully Nikwax Footwear Cleaning Gel is a fantastic sponge on revitalising cleaner for all types of footwear; it will work on all combinations of any fabric and is even suitable for breathable fabrics such as Gore-Tex, SympaTex and eVENT. This means I can clean all our shoes with just the one product, from walking boots to trainers and everything in between. The bonus to it being “sponge on” is that the head of the cleaning ...
...stubborn dirt. This particular Nikwax product comes in a white bottle with a green lid, and is only available in one size which is 125ml which costs around £3.50. The great thing with all Nikwax products are that they are easy to use, for the Cleaning Gel simply rinse your footwear in clean water to help loosen and remove any mud and then whilst the fabric is still damp shake the bottle well and apply the liquid gel really generously all over. Give ... Read review

Advantages: Lightweight, waterproof, looks great
Disadvantages: Not Cheap

...waterproof coat manufactured by the Berghaus company. Berghaus have a background in manufacturing clothes and equipment for walkers, hikers and campers, which is why this particular coat is grouped under "sporting goods". The Cornice is man's design - the equivalent woman's style is branded as a Glissade. The jacket is made from a Gore-Tex material. This is clever material that is manufactured under licence from WL Gore Ltd. The material is a high-tech ...
...the name stands for Interactive. Berghaus coats with this designation have a second zip included - this is designed to allow the user to attach a Berghaus IA fleece to the inside to produce a much warmer product for colder weather. I'm not that active myself, and so tend to just wear the fleece loose. The jacket will fit over a suit and so I can use it for work. I didn't buy this for use specifically on the hills and mountains, but for general use ... Read review

Advantages: its very comfort for all seasons
Disadvantages: not so strainable

Everything that's claimed is true.. I've been out in tropical style cloudbursts wearing my Barbour and hood. Everything below the jacket hem was soaked ie the lower calves of my legs and feet. But my Barbour did it's duty and kept the rest of me bone dry! It is also remarkably wind proof. Combined with a vest,shirt and jumper and a decent Tinsulate lined wooly hat, I've braved nasty cold east winds this winter and stayed warm.I've also been through ...
...have been pierced by thorns etc and as a result, I was saved from some potential nasty injury. Ok so it does what it's supposed to.... Everything that's claimed is true.. I've been out in tropical style cloudbursts wearing my Barbour and hood. Everything below the jacket hem was soaked ie the lower calves of my legs and feet. But my Barbour did it's duty and kept the rest of me bone dry! It is also remarkably wind proof. Combined with a vest,shirt ... Read review