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Helly Tech?

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milo-mcsenderson
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Anyone got any experience with old helly tech gear? My ski suit is dying and I got drenched a couple days last season. Looking to stay dry on a budget and wondering how the old helly tech holds up. Or any other recs
Dec 7 2020 4:41AM
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CatdickBojangles
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Have you tried to wash it in tech wash and rewaterproof it using nix wax?
Dec 7 2020 9:44AM
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drifts
Posts: 590 - Karma: 4,338
two ways to check if the goretex/other waterproof breathable membranes are still functional: shake the jacket or pants and see if dandruff like flakes start coming out, if they do its toast. then hold it up to the sun or a bright light and look for splotches where more light comes through, thats another indicator of a failed membrane. if it passes both tests try tech wash then DWR
Dec 8 2020 12:50AM
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BradFiAusNzCoCa
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I’ve got helly tech professional shell. No complaints. However, watch out for trees with no leaves. I always put my left arm out to protect my face and it has left a few visible scratches that have no bearing on performance. My only gripe is I wish my shell had more pockets
Dec 9 2020 8:00AM
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