Okay folks, what’s the deal with waterproofing? Grangers or Nik Wax? Spray-on or wash-in—what’s your go-to? Does one last longer than the other?
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I use Grangers spray, easier for me. Wash-ins make my clothes feel weird lol.
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Nik Wax wash-in all the way. Feels like it penetrates better. Spray-on feels lazy, no offense 
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Tried both… spray wins for convenience. Wash-in? Meh, too much hassle for my lazy self.
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Grangers spray for me too. Got rained on for 6 hours straight, stayed bone dry. Can’t argue with that.
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Nik Wax for me. The wash-in saved my jacket last season. Plus, my arms don’t get tired spraying.
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Why not both? I start with wash-in, then top it off with spray for extra coverage. Belt AND suspenders, baby.
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@InfiniteEcho Haha, overachiever alert! Maybe I’ll try both… double the fun? 
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Whoa, both? That sounds like way too much work for waterproofing. I’ll stick to one, thanks 
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Yeah, same here. Ain’t nobody got time for that. Wash-in, one and done.
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Both? That’s hardcore. Do you also double-layer your socks? 
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Not socks, but I did once wear two hats in a snowstorm. My head was extra warm, just sayin’ 
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Grangers is my go-to, but I do wonder if I’m just lazy… y’all make Nik Wax sound fancy.
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Haha, it does sound fancy, right? I’m imagining a posh British guy applying Nik Wax, sipping tea.
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Nik Wax wash-in just makes me feel like it’s more thorough.
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Funny how we’re debating water resistance like it’s a life or death situation… but wet socks ruin hikes, right?
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Wet socks are the worst. Lost my favorite pair last spring… still hurts to think about it 
Dude, I once hiked with soggy socks for 7 miles. Thought I was gonna lose a toe.
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Rookie mistake. Always bring a spare pair. Or two. Or, you know, double up on socks like you double up on treatments?