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Crankalicious Aqua Merino - Apparel Wash

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High performance, non-aggressive wash - formulated specifically for Merino garments. Contains a subtle mint fragrance to repel moths.

  • High performance non aggressive wash
  • Formulated specifically for merino garments
  • Subtle mint fragrance included
  • Repels moths from garments
  • Suited to hand or machine wash
  • About 50ml per washload
  • Full 30c wash cycle
  • Dilute in 5 litres for handwash
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High performance, non-aggressive wash - formulated specifically for Merino garments. Contains a subtle mint fragrance to repel moths.

The fabrics we wear while riding take as much of a battering as the bikes themselves. This advanced wash formula is designed for effective hand or machine washing of your merino garments, without removing any of their protective or advanced properties.

Instructions: Approximately 50ml of Aqua Merino will clean one washload of Merino wool garments. In a washing machine, use a full wash cycle at 30c. Do not use fabric softeners or conditioners because these can clog the delicate wool fibres. Can also be used as a handwash by diluting in 5 litres of water.

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Key features

  • Merino Wash
  • Mint Fragrance
  • Moth Repellent
  • 50ml Per Wash

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Expert Notes

Aqua Merino is Crankalicious's wash formulated specifically for Merino wool garments, built as a high performance, non-aggressive formula that cleans without stripping the protective properties of the wool. A subtle mint fragrance is included, which also helps repel moths in storage. About 50ml treats one washload, either through a full 30c machine cycle or as a hand wash diluted in 5 litres of water, and fabric softeners or conditioners should be left out since they can clog the delicate wool fibres. It suits riders who wear Merino jerseys, base layers, socks or gloves regularly and want a dedicated wash rather than a generic detergent, alongside their usual bike cleaning routine.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Merino wool jerseys
  • Merino base layers
  • Merino socks
  • Merino gloves
  • Wool cycling apparel
  • Delicate wool fibres

Caution: Do not use fabric softeners or conditioners with this wash, since they can clog the delicate wool fibres in Merino garments.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Merino Wash
Brand
Crankalicious
Scent
Subtle Mint Fragrance
Dosage
Approximately 50ml Per Washload
Machine Wash
Full Cycle At 30c
Hand Wash Dilution
5 Litres Of Water
Suitable Use
Merino Wool Garments
Compatibility
Do Not Use With Fabric Softener

How To Use

Application

  1. Add approximately 50ml of Aqua Merino per washload.
  2. For machine washing, use a full cycle at 30c.
  3. For hand washing, dilute in 5 litres of water.
  4. Wash Merino wool garments as normal within that cycle.

Aftercare

  1. Do not add fabric softener or conditioner.
  2. Allow garments to dry according to their care label.
  3. Store the bottle upright away from direct heat.
  4. Reseal the cap tightly after each use.

Top Tip: Stick to about 50ml per washload and skip the fabric softener so the wool fibres stay in good condition.

Performance Benefits

  • Cleans without stripping wool properties
  • Safe for delicate wool fibres
  • Works as hand or machine wash
  • Runs on a full 30c cycle
  • Dilutes easily for hand washing
  • Keeps Merino garments in good condition

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Aqua Merino used for?

It is a wash formulated specifically for Merino wool garments.

How much should I use?

Approximately 50ml of Aqua Merino will clean one washload of Merino wool garments.

Can I use it in a washing machine?

Yes, use a full wash cycle at 30c.

Can I hand wash with it?

Yes, dilute Aqua Merino in 5 litres of water for hand washing.

Can I use fabric softener with it?

No, Crankalicious advises against fabric softeners or conditioners as they can clog the delicate wool fibres.

Does it have a scent?

Yes, it contains a subtle mint fragrance that also helps repel moths.

Do you offer UK delivery?

Yes, The Drivers HQ offers UK-wide delivery.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Use about 50ml per washload.
  2. Run a full machine cycle at 30c.
  3. Dilute in 5 litres of water for hand washing.
  4. Skip the fabric softener or conditioner.
  5. Keep the bottle upright and away from heat sources.
  6. Screw the cap back on firmly between washes.
  7. Suited to jerseys, base layers, socks and gloves.
  8. Available online with UK-wide delivery from The Drivers HQ.

The Brand

Crankalicious

Crankalicious makes handmade cycle care in the UK. The brand says it was born from a wealth of experience in car care products, combining a passion for cycling with knowledge and expertise in automotive detailing. It was created by Dom Colbeck, the man behind Dodo Juice, with the help of cyclist Tony Hetherington, and its products are made at its own premises in Elsenham, a small Essex town not far from Stansted airport.

The Drivers HQ stocks a focused selection of Crankalicious bike care. For washing there is Crankalicious Mud Honey Bucket Wash Shampoo, a pH-neutral foaming wash, and Crankalicious Pineapple Express spray wash in concentrate form. Carboniferous Matt Detailer looks after matt finishes, EnduroBike Frame Sealant protects the frame, Epic Hide leather cleanser refreshes saddles, shoes and bar tape, and Gumchained Remedy cleans the chain.

Crankalicious suits cyclists who already look after their car properly and want the same care for their bike, and drivers who carry a bike on a roof or tow bar rack. A simple routine starts with Pineapple Express or Mud Honey to lift road dirt, followed by Gumchained Remedy on the chain, which then needs fresh lube. Carboniferous finishes matt frames, Enduro protects gloss ones, and Epic Hide tidies the contact points.

Buy Crankalicious from The Drivers HQ with tracked UK-wide delivery by Royal Mail, or collect from our walk-in store in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, where Click & Collect is free. Bike care is easy to add to an order of car detailing products, so the daily driver and the weekend bike can both be looked after from a single delivery or a single visit to the shop.

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Crankalicious Pineapple Express spray wash (concentrate) - The Drivers HQ

Handmade in Small Batches in Essex

Crankalicious grew out of car care. Its site says Dom Colbeck decided to make some car wax on his stove at home in 2006, and by 2007 Dodo Juice was being sold online. In 2015 he realised that many of his friends on social media were seriously into cycling and wondered whether the same kind of handmade products could be developed for cyclists. With the help of cyclist Tony, Crankalicious was the result.

Tony Hetherington joined after a long career in IT project management for a large multinational, combining his love for cars and detailing with his obsession for cycling. The team describe themselves as keen cyclists who are often found trying to climb a mountain or riding a sportive, and Tony enjoys the constant battle of keeping his bikes clean in British weather.

The brand takes the word handmade, a key part of its logo, very seriously. Its products are made at its premises in Elsenham using bespoke formulas and high quality raw chemicals, in small batches with a maximum pour of a few hundred litres, so products can be developed from batch to batch. The labels are applied by hand.

Crankalicious Mud Honey Bucket Wash Shampoo - The Drivers HQ

From Bucket Wash to Chain Cleaner

Crankalicious describes Mud Honey as a pH-neutral foaming bucket wash for use on all areas of the bike. Two to three capfuls in a bucket of water, agitated to build foam, are worked over the bike with a mitt, sponge or brush before rinsing with a low pressure spray. Pineapple Express is its rapid acting spray wash for the frame, brakes and contact points, with a tropical aroma, and the 250ml concentrate is diluted with water at 1:3.

For finishing, Carboniferous is a gloss-free detailer that removes dust, light dirt and fingerprints from matt finishes, including uncoated carbon fibre, without leaving residue. Enduro is a nano protectant that seals and shines all surfaces except brakes and rims, repelling water and mud so dirt cannot stick so easily on later rides. Epic Hide is an intensive cleanser for saddles, shoes, gloves and bar tape that works on natural and synthetic materials.

Gumchained Remedy is a strong solvent chain cleaner that removes dirt, grime, old oil residues and sludge, and the brand reminds riders to re-lube the chain afterwards. Aqua Merino is a non-aggressive wash formulated for merino garments, with a subtle mint fragrance to repel moths, designed for hand or machine washing without removing their protective properties.

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