Advice: Wsahing knee pads

[kev85]

Can Knee pads be washed in the washing machine even if the padding is none removable

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[leftwinger37]

Can Knee pads be washed in the washing machine even if the padding is none removable

They can be, but it is probably not the best thing for your pads or your washing machine. In general, you want to minimize over exposure to moisture as much as possible. If they are in dire need of cleaning, try soaking them in a laundry tub instead if you must. Just be sure to let them dry out thoroughly before storing or using.

 

[kev85]

They can be, but it is probably not the best thing for your pads or your washing machine. In general, you want to minimize over exposure to moisture as much as possible. If they are in dire need of cleaning, try soaking them in a laundry tub instead if you must. Just be sure to let them dry out thoroughly before storing or using.

Is was thinking adding a towel in with them

 

[Rookie109]

http://howtohockey.com/how-to-stop-hockey-equipment-from-stinking-a-guide-to-get-the-smell-out
You can wash them in a machine along with everything else. Just don't put stuff in the dryer, let it air dry for a day or so.

 

[Hyzer]

you can actually put most things in the washer to clean them, though i dislike putting in my gloves because i have heard from people that it loosens the stitching and makes it weaker and more prone to dismantling itself.

if i were you, i would just gather all your gear, fill up a bathwab with lukewarm water and oxyclean/washing detergant and soak it for 30 mins or an hour or so, then let them air dry for 2-3 days. i have always done that way as i think it makes the gear last longer than putting it in the washer.

 

[AIREAYE]

you can actually put most things in the washer to clean them, though i dislike putting in my gloves because i have heard from people that it loosens the stitching and makes it weaker and more prone to dismantling itself.

if i were you, i would just gather all your gear, fill up a bathwab with lukewarm water and oxyclean/washing detergant and soak it for 30 mins or an hour or so, then let them air dry for 2-3 days. i have always done that way as i think it makes the gear last longer than putting it in the washer.

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You'd be surprised at how brown/gray that water can be

 

[Fremitus Borealis]

How long do you guys usually go between washes of your gear? I've literally never done it, but my stuff still smells fine (I've heard this is one of the bigger complaints about hockey gear sitting around).

 

[Tacks92]

I probably wash all of my stuff every 3-4 months. Wash my base layer stuff after each skate, and jocks and skate socks once a week or so. Bathtub method all the way.

 

[sanityplease]

Wash tub, water & cold water laundry detergent. Agitate with your hands or a stick (let soak if you want). Rinse with clean water in the wash tub.

Works remarkably well.