How to Clean Bicycle Gloves
Bicycle gloves are not a clothing item that can afford to go unwashed. On top of their intended use, they often serve as tissues, sweat absorbers and bacteria collectors. However, because a good pair of gloves can be a bit expensive, some cyclists are afraid to just toss them in the washing machine. Here are some washing instructions that will keep your cycling gloves looking and smelling fresh.
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Things You'll Need
- Antibacterial hand soap
- Leather conditioner
- Detergent
- Towel
- Bucket or medium-large mixing bowl
Instructions
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Leather Gloves
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Turn your gloves inside out and put them on your hands.
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Wash your hands as you normally would, using antibacterial hand soap. Spend several minutes thoroughly scrubbing the seams and corners of the gloves.
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Turn the gloves back the right way and squeeze until no more water can come out.
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Lay the bicycle gloves flat on a towel to dry.
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Rub a couple drops of leather conditioner into the outside of the gloves.
Cloth Gloves
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Fasten the Velcro on the gloves.
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Wash them in the washing machine, using cold water.
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Alternatively, you can soak the gloves overnight in a container of warm soapy water.
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Tips & Warnings
Be careful to fasten the Velcro strips if you're washing the gloves with other clothing, as they will damage the other clothes.
Avoid putting your gloves in the dryer.
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