Boot stank?

[bgeskior]

Too much hiking has made my boots reek, so how do you get rid of that smell? I've tried frebreze, sprays, odor balls, dryer sheets, and charcoal bags. Is it safe to throw the liners in the washing machine?

 

[WU-sconsin]

I definately wouldn't throw it in the wash. Take out the liners after you use then to dry, I put them in front of an air vent. I don't know what to do now that they'r all stinky, maybe just air them out a shitload.

 

[first_rodeo]

handwash

 

[skodeo7]

Got something that might work well for you! It's called Clear Gear Spray, you can find it at most Dick's sporting goods stores. I use it in my fishing waders, they get pretty stanky smelling from getting water in them and then taking a long time to dry out. They get worn a ton, often in very warm conditions, which as disgusting as it sounds, can create bacteria.

I got this Clear Gear stuff in a spray bottle, sprayed my waders very thoroughly inside and out and let them dry fully before wearing them again. The smell as gone, it smelled nice, basically like nothing, no nasty Febreeze-like masking effect. In the past I had tried washing them with light detergent in the washing machine (the recommended way) and it basically did nothing. I had also tried Febreeze which was only a very temporary solution. This shit is awesome and I fully endorse it. Apparently they use it for professional athletes (ie. hockey and football players) to clean pads and gear.

I gotta say I was extremely skeptical when I first heard about it but it's been about 6 months now and I haven't had to re-spray since!! Amazing.

Here's their website: http://www.cleargearspray.com/ -- I got the 24oz bottle and I think it will last a very long time. If you were just using it on your boots 8oz would probably be plenty, its pretty cheap too. Just make sure you let it dry before using them, and take your liners out of the boot first.

 

[theabortionator]

I leave my boots smelling gnarly. That way I know nobody will ever steal them.

 

[stizzle]

This might be a stretch but if you know anyone who brews... get some Star-San from them. I used that on mine last year and they've smelled slightly better since

 

[Squirrel_Murphy]

Rank Away by Revivex.

 

[FunkySane]

Get used to it.

 

[bgeskior]

haha i'm used to it. but my roommates arent

 

[milk_man]

Let them sit outside for a couple days. Should be good as new as long as it doesn't rain

 

[Dr.Dealgood]

I put that on my sock and in my boot. Helps a ton.

Also, the moisture that can build up between your liner and shell can help forge a mighty stink beast. I take my liners out occasionally or after an extra sweaty day.

 

[whipple]

put some rubbing alcohol on some paper towels and wash them out with that, works well for me