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Personally, I'm skeptical of the increased performance of clothing specifically sold for use under dry suits. Seems that there are inexpensive options that provide some loft, retain body heat, are lightweight, anti-bacterial, wicking, etc. So for me, I would wash it, gently, and if somehow it broke down, just replace it with an inexpensive option.
The flies avoiding it because of the smell, after airing out... hmmm... must be powerful smell...Many of us buy a Thinsulate new, after a few months of use only hang it outside and after flies start avoiding it because of the smell, finally wash it before...
Thinsulate cleaning optionsI got from a friend a second hand drysuit undergarment. I would like to wash it now, which is best way to do that without damaging it? Can I use the washing machine?
Thanks