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What Does It Mean When Gore-Tex “Wets Out”?

by Rohan

The term “wets out” describes when Gore-Tex fabric loses its water repellency—discover why this happens and how to restore your gear’s performance.

Categories Materials Tags gear performance, Gore-Tex, water repellency
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How Many “K” of Waterproofing Does Gore-Tex Have?

by Rohan

The “K” rating of Gore-Tex waterproofing varies widely, but what does this mean for your gear’s true performance? Discover the details inside.

Categories Materials Tags gear performance, Gore-Tex, waterproofing

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