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FXR Outerwear

Are bleach or fabric softener safe for outerwear?

No, we do not recommend using bleach or fabric softener on your FXR outerwear. Bleach will negatively impact vibrancy of the colours, and fabric softener will negatively impact the durable water repellant (DWR) properties of your outerwear. For best

How should I wash my down jacket?

Begin by brushing off any loose dirt, and removing any faux fur trim, as sending fur trim through the wash can result in matted fur. Be sure to turn the jacket inside out. As typical laundry detergents and softeners can damage down feathers, we recom

Should I dry-clean my FXR outerwear?

We do not recommend dry cleaning your FXR outerwear; doing so may damage the fabric's water resistant coatings / waterproofing features and seam sealing treatments. For best results, please follow the care instruction found on the inside garment tag.

How often should I wash my FXR outerwear?

Help extend the life of your garment by only washing when necessary, as excessive washing could decrease the effectiveness of the Durable Water Repellant (DWR) finish and may result in pre-mature fading. Maintain the coatings by using FXR Sport Wash

Removing stains from FXR outerwear

The earlier a stain is treated, the better! FXR Sport Wash is gentle and very effective, but for grease and oils we have had some success using blue Dawn detergent for removing stains; start by applying a small amount on clean soft cloth and rubbing

What's the best way to dry my outerwear?

For best results, please follow the instructions listed on the care label sewn inside the garment. Drying your garment in a dryer at low temperature will assist in restoring the DWR finish of your outerwear; hang drying is also recommended. Never use

When should I apply FXR Permanent Water Guard?

We recommend applying FXR Permanent Water Guard when you first purchase your outerwear, and re-applying after extensive use in wet conditions, or, after every 5 washes or so. Doing so will help restore the piece's factory coatings and maintain optima

How does FXR’s Permanent Water Guard help my outerwear?

FXR Permanent Water Guard will extend the life of your outerwear and keep it looking newer, longer! It enhances the factory water repellant properties while preventing stains from penetrating the fabric. Application will not negatively impact the fee

How should I care for my merino layerwear?

FXR merino layerwear can be machine washed and dried, but did you know FXR merino layerwear has antibacterial properties to help eliminate odors? This allows multiple wears before washing, making merino layerwear pieces ideal for remote, multi-day ex

How long will the DWR (durable water repellant) finish on my outerwear last?

DWR (durable water repellant) will generally benefit from a recharge / reapplication of HydrX Permanent Water Guard at least every 5 washes. However, the amount of exposure to wet conditions and age of the garment may also impact the longevity of the

Are fabric patches available?

Yes - Iron-on adhesive patches are available on request for many of our outerwear fabrics. These are usually 8”x8” in size. To request patches, please contact us with full details of the product needing repair, including approximate size of the tear,

Are replacement zipper pulls available?

Yes - replacement zipper pulls are available. Simply send us a photo of the garment, the desired colour, and your mailing address here; we will send the closest replacement by mail.

What is the warmest FXR men's suit?

The warmest suit in the FXR men's collection is the Adrenaline 2-in-1 jacket and pant combo, featuring a whopping 270g total insulation in the jacket (150g F.A.S.T 4.0 in the outer shell, 120g Thermal Flex fill in the removable active liner) and 240g

What is the warmest FXR women's suit?

The warmest suit in the FXR women's collection is the Adrenaline 2-in-1 jacket and pant combo, featuring a whopping 265g total insulation in the jacket (90g F.A.S.T 3.0 in the outer shell, 175g Thermal Flex fill plus Exkin inserts in the removable ac