"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""When my shell starts soaking through instead of beading water, TX. Direct brings it back to life. It’s simple—throw it in the wash and the jacket feels like new again, without losing breathability. I use it on everything from my ski shell to my rain pants.""When our rainwear starts to wet out instead of repel, Nikwax TX. Direct Wash-In gives it a second life. Designed for breathable waterproof fabrics, this treatment restores durable water repellency and breathability in one easy wash—no need for heat activation or specialized gear. We count on TX. Direct to keep our shells dry and our layering systems working properly, especially in alpine or all-day storm conditions. It’s safe for popular membrane technologies, and it’s completely PFAS-free, non-flammable, and water-based, making it a go-to for both performance and planet."
Price: $39.85 from Backcountry
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