Equipment Maintenance
Learn more on how to properly care for and maintain your fencing equipment to ensure its longevity, optimal performance, and your safety on the strip.
Washable Items
The following equipment can be washed:
Jacket
Breeches (Pants)
Plastron
Epee / Foil Glove
Washable & Silver Lame
Mask Inner Padding
Below are the ways you can wash your clothing (jacket, breeches and plastron)
Method 1: Washing Machine
Zip up the suit
Place the suit in a laundry net before putting it into the washing machine
Wash in the delicate mode or at lowest spin cycle (with cold/room temperature water)
Method 2: Hand Wash
Close Velcro on the glove
Wash in cold water and regular detergent
Important Note
Do not use harsh detergent
Do not use bleach
Do not expose suit to direct sunlight
Washing of Clothing
Below are the ways you can wash your glove and mask inner padding.
Method 1: Washing Machine (For Glove)
Close Velcro on the glove
Wash in cold water and regular detergent
Method 2: Hand Wash (For Glove and Mask Padding)
Soak in a bucket of water with detergent
Scrub with your fingers
Important Note
Do not use harsh detergent
Do not use bleach
Do not expose suit to direct sunlight
Washing of Glove and Mask Padding
Below are the steps for washing your lame.
Rinse the lame with cold water. The purpose is to wash off the sweat on the lame.
Hang the lame inside out to drip dry.
Important Note
Do not wring your lame
Do not wash your lame in the washing machine
Do not use bleach or detergent
Wash your lame after every training session
Washing of Lame (Only for Washable and Silver Lame)
Taking care of your lame is crucial, especially if you use it often and sweat a lot. Proper maintenance helps keep it effective and last longer.
After every use, air dry your lame. Do not keep your lame when it is wet
Roll up your lame in a towel. The towel will help to absorb the sweat from your lame and prevent it from rusting
Do not fold your lame. Instead, roll it. Always remember to keep the lame inside out, with the metallic surface inside
Maintaining Your Lame
Here are some ways to maintain your lame:
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