Never,
ever put your running shoes in the washing machine. It is one of the main conclusions from some of the best brands in the
running shoes market.
We
know that sometimes is frustrating when you have just bought a pair
of trainers, which
especially
happens with off road shoes, and after the first few miles they look like they have been to hell and
back because of dirt. Our
customers often ask us what they can do to keep the shoes looking
nice so we have compiled some tips from leading brands, including
Asics, Adidas, Nike and Salomon, to advise what is the best way to clean, maintain and extend the life of
the most important weapon for a runner.
Image of a race on soft muds. |
After
each use of the product it is recommended that you remove all dirt
and mud from the shoes using a soft, wet brush and clean water. Don't
put your shoes in the washing machine. This can discolour or damage
the fabric.
Shoe fresh products. |
Asics
advises to
wash
the sockliner or insole separately if you are able to remove them.
This will help make the inside of your shoe fresher and reduce shoe
odor. Air dry completely before putting the insoles back in the
shoes. If you see that your insole is useless, do not hesitate to
change them. It is an easy and not expensive option. Anyway, Salomon
recommends always wearing socks in order to keep the lining durable
and odour free.
Should
we use any product to clean the trainers? The answer is depends on
the brand. Salomon says just water, while Asics prefers to
recommend
the
use
of
a
little warm water and a gentle, anti-grease soap while
Adidas suggests adding
eco-friendly laundry detergent to a little warm water. Nike reminds
us
to remove any excess detergent.
All the brands advise that shoes should be dried at room temperature “without the aid of an external heat source including the sun”. If you place them near a radiator, the direct heat could alter the shape of the shoe. Adidas suggests that you could add paper towels or newspaper on the inside to soak up the liquid. Normally, a shoe takes about twelve hours to dry out.
Do
not forget the laces! In this case, you can use the washing machine
or directly replace them when they are damaged.
Adidas
finishes by
suggesting that
after your run you
make
sure to remove any stains as soon as possible. “When leaving them
for too long they will start to permeate into the fabric of your
shoe, which can be damaging in the long-term”.
Just
one more thing to say: Have
fun with your “new” running trainers!
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