Removing odors from Gore Tex

[D1gger]

So I bought some surplus Gore Tex raingear, and I didn't notice the cigarette smell in the store, but I sure noticed it after I got home. I've washed them a few times but I still have an odor. What can I do to get rid of that smell? I've googled and I don't see anything different than what I've already done.

 

[Maxduty]

Ozone generator? Supposed to kill odors.

 

[softcock]

my coyote hunt cloths when start getting smelly . I just run a water Only cycle threw the 'empty' wash out machine . Then I throw my stuff in wash and use just plain baking soda and wash, then just hang outside to dry.
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[db2000]

I use Nikwax tech wash.

How to Wash Your GORE-TEX Rain Jacket -

Caring for your GORE-TEX jacket is as easy as giving it a wash from time to time. Cleaning keeps your jacket performing its best. Washing a GORE-TEX, eVent, or any waterproof breathable rain jacket is remarkably simple. Follow these three steps to a clean rain jacket: Read the care label in your...

www.nikwax.com

GORE-TEX Care Instructions

Regular care will ensure excellent performance, extended useful life and continued coverage under our GUARANTEED TO KEEP YOU DRY promise. That’s good for you and for the environment.

www.gore-tex.com

 

[Snuby642]

Surprisingly sunlight and wind takes out lots of oders.

Also was a smoker in the past.
Have had a doe stick her head into the stand while I was smoking.

I think smoke hides human scent as in the old days had to put down a cigarette to take a shot many times.

As offensive as it is to most people these days I do not believe a deterrent to hunting if that is the main concern.

Imho

 

[softcock]

LOL... seen that plenty with guys hunting and a lit cig. hanging out of mouth .
smoke of smoldering vegetation and wave you cloths threw it to pick it up, is the best cover for game.
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[D1gger]

I read about the Nikwax, but I wasn't sure if it would work on the odor. I'll give it a try.
I'm not concerned about hunting, I just don't like the smell

 

[pnwkiwi]

I use Nikwax tech wash.

How to Wash Your GORE-TEX Rain Jacket -

Caring for your GORE-TEX jacket is as easy as giving it a wash from time to time. Cleaning keeps your jacket performing its best. Washing a GORE-TEX, eVent, or any waterproof breathable rain jacket is remarkably simple. Follow these three steps to a clean rain jacket: Read the care label in your...

www.nikwax.com

GORE-TEX Care Instructions

Regular care will ensure excellent performance, extended useful life and continued coverage under our GUARANTEED TO KEEP YOU DRY promise. That’s good for you and for the environment.

www.gore-tex.com

^ This.

 

[D1gger]

Well, I just got mine today, ran them through once, drying now. I guess now we wait and see...

 

[Tortuga]

I use Defunkify wash on all of my synthetics. It's great for getting that stink that sticks to old base layers and other tech clothing after a while.

https://www.amazon.com/Defunkify-Active-Powder-Laundry-Detergent/dp/B084GY6NN1/ref=psdc_15342921_t3_B07CPMQ48Y

After a cycle or two of Defunkify, I would include it in what I do in the fall with all of mine and the wife's Gore-Tex, run through a cycle of Tech Wash and then a cycle of TX. Direct Wash-In.

 

[db2000]

I use Defunkify wash on all of my synthetics. It's great for getting that stink that sticks to old base layers and other tech clothing after a while.

https://www.amazon.com/Defunkify-Active-Powder-Laundry-Detergent/dp/B084GY6NN1/ref=psdc_15342921_t3_B07CPMQ48Y

After a cycle or two of Defunkify, I would include it in what I do in the fall with all of mine and the wife's Gore-Tex, run through a cycle of Tech Wash and then a cycle of TX. Direct Wash-In.

I’ve read to avoid powders such as baking soda and detergents. I have not confirmed it that’s sound advice or not just throwing it out there. Sounds like it hasn’t been an issue with your clothes.

 

[Tortuga]

I’ve read to avoid powders such as baking soda and detergents.

Good call!

I've read that too, specifically at Gore's website. I wouldn't wash Gore-tex in Defunkify often, but on surplus gear to get camp fire or other scents out of it, one or two initial washes won't hurt it.
At work, we have 500+ sets of ECWS Gore-Tex tops and bottoms and they only get washed in mil-issue laundry powder and they still hold up fine. Some of the ultralight shells with Gore-Tex Packlite might get messed up with continual powder wash, but mil surplus PFC and 2nd Lt-resistant stuff should be fine with an initial wash or two with Defunkify.

 

[Army First]

Defunkify is now in a liquid too.

 

[Tortuga]

Defunkify is now in a liquid too.

Boom! Even better!
Ordering some now.