Quick Start

  • Wipe mud with a damp cloth after each walk.
  • Rinse gear after saltwater or snow salt.
  • Air dry flat in shade. Keep away from heat.

Do / Don’t

Do

  • Hand wash at ≤30 °C with pH-neutral soap.
  • Open buckles before rinsing.
  • Dry metal parts thoroughly.

Don’t

  • Do not bleach, boil, or tumble dry.
  • Do not machine wash canvas overlays.
  • Do not store wet gear in bags.

Care by Material

ECONYL® webbing

Hand wash ≤30 °C. Mild soap. No bleach or solvents. Air dry in shade.

Canvas overlay — 50% REPREVE®

Spot clean with cold water and mild soap. Avoid hard scrubbing on print. Do not machine wash. Do not iron overlay.

Thread & label

OEKO-TEX® components. No high heat. Avoid ironing labels.

Hardware — Buckles / Metal parts

Wipe with damp cloth. Avoid alcohol or solvents. Rinse after saltwater.

Rinse after saltwater or snow. Dry fully to reduce corrosion.

After Water, Mud, and Snow

  • Freshwater: Rinse. Air dry.
  • Seawater / Snow salt: Rinse thoroughly, including buckles and rings. Dry metal first.
  • Heavy mud: Soak in cool water 10 min. Hand wash. Rinse until clear.

Stain Guide, cleaning

  • Grass: Dab with mild soap. Rinse cold.
  • Oil: Cornstarch 10 min, brush off, then mild soap.
  • Blood: Cold water only. No warm cycles.
  • Road salt: Rinse long. Dry metal parts.

Storage

Store clean and dry. Shade. Flat or hung by D-ring. Keep away from heaters and sharp edges.

Safety Check

Weekly checklist: stitching intact, overlay not peeling, webbing not frayed, buckles lock cleanly, D-ring closed, fit still two-finger rule.

FAQ

Can I machine wash Barklin gear?

Hand wash only for best results. Do not machine wash canvas overlays.

What temperature should I use?

Use cool water at or below 30 °C with pH-neutral soap.

Are magnets safe near cards?

Keep the Fidlock buckle away from magnetic-stripe cards and hard drives.

How often should I replace gear?

Replace when webbing frays, hardware cracks, or the buckle fails a pull test.