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Professional weightlifting shoes with velcro straps sitting on a black rubber gym mat next to a leather gym bag and a chalk bucket.

The 2-Minute Routine to Deodorize Weightlifting...

The Gist Stop the Soak: garden-variety odor starts with moisture. Weightlifting shoes lack ventilation, so you must absorb sweat before it sinks into the lining. Avoid the Wash: machines destroy...

The 2-Minute Routine to Deodorize Weightlifting...

The Gist Stop the Soak: garden-variety odor starts with moisture. Weightlifting shoes lack ventilation, so you must absorb sweat before it sinks into the lining. Avoid the Wash: machines destroy...

A pair of white and neon green football cleats on a wooden mudroom bench next to a mesh equipment bag.

Use This 2-Part System to Remove Smell From Foo...

The Gist Moisture is the Enemy Smell is caused by moisture trapped in synthetic foam, so drying the shoe is the first priority. Avoid the Machine Never use a washing...

Use This 2-Part System to Remove Smell From Foo...

The Gist Moisture is the Enemy Smell is caused by moisture trapped in synthetic foam, so drying the shoe is the first priority. Avoid the Machine Never use a washing...

A pair of heavy black leather firefighter boots with yellow reflective bands on a slate tile floor next to a wooden boot jack.

How to Clean Firefighter Boots and Erase Even t...

The Gist Avoid the Machine Washing machines and high-heat dryers will ruin leather and adhesives. Essential Oils are Key Use plant-based essential oils to break down smoke and sweat at...

How to Clean Firefighter Boots and Erase Even t...

The Gist Avoid the Machine Washing machines and high-heat dryers will ruin leather and adhesives. Essential Oils are Key Use plant-based essential oils to break down smoke and sweat at...

Classic brown leather boat shoes with rawhide laces resting on a weathered oak entryway bench in bright morning light.

Why Your Sperry Boat Shoes Always Smell (and th...

The Gist The Root Cause Bare feet transfer sweat directly into leather pores where it gets trapped. Skip the Machine Washing machines strip the essential oils that keep boat shoe...

Why Your Sperry Boat Shoes Always Smell (and th...

The Gist The Root Cause Bare feet transfer sweat directly into leather pores where it gets trapped. Skip the Machine Washing machines strip the essential oils that keep boat shoe...

A pair of neutral-toned foam slides sitting next to a ceramic water bowl and a soft wooden brush on a clean entryway bench.

Don't Melt Your Foam! How to Clean Yeezy Slides...

The Gist Avoid Heat High heat from dryers or the sun will warp and shrink EVA foam instantly. Gentle Cleaning Use a soft brush and mild soap for dirt, and...

Don't Melt Your Foam! How to Clean Yeezy Slides...

The Gist Avoid Heat High heat from dryers or the sun will warp and shrink EVA foam instantly. Gentle Cleaning Use a soft brush and mild soap for dirt, and...

A pair of bright blue Hoka running shoes with thick white midsoles and a clear misting spray bottle on a light oak mudroom bench.

The Step-by-Step Guide to Remove Smell From Hok...

The Gist Foam Penetration Hoka shoes require essential oil liquids to reach the deep midsole where odors hide. Avoid Machines Machine washing warps the shoe shape and destroys the cushioning...

The Step-by-Step Guide to Remove Smell From Hok...

The Gist Foam Penetration Hoka shoes require essential oil liquids to reach the deep midsole where odors hide. Avoid Machines Machine washing warps the shoe shape and destroys the cushioning...