Cleaning and winterizing of leisure equipment
By The ABNET® Technical Team |Last update | Reading time: 6 min
Because All Saints’ Day holidays often mark the last big burst of outdoor oxygen before the cold season sets in, it’s the perfect time to take stock of your leisure equipment. Bicycles, mountain bikes, scooters, camping gear, and outdoor sports accessories have accumulated dried mud, brake dust, sap projections, and grease throughout the spring and summer..
Leaving equipment unused without proper cleaning speeds up the oxidation and premature wear of mechanical parts and synthetic surfaces..
A French manufacturer of high-performance cleaning solutions since 1993, ABNET offers you a practical guide to cleaning effectively with the ready-to-use formula. ABNET Proflash.
- Bicycles and mountain bikes: degrease and protect the frame before wintering
- Camping equipment, hiking and outdoor sports
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – Autumn Exterior Maintenance
1. Bicycles and mountain bikes: degrease and protect the frame before wintering
After months of riding or sporting activities, the transmission, rims, and frame of the bicycles leave behind stubborn residues.
The observation: The dried mud mixed with lubricants forms an abrasive film that attacks the paints and promotes corrosion on the hardware and metal components..
The solution: Spray ABNET Proflash, a targeted action to dissolve fats and organic dirt without aggressive rubbing.
Technical action: Its active formula penetrates the roughnesses to clean aluminum or carbon frames, plastic elements and friction areas, while respecting sensitive materials as well as adhesives and coatings..
Technical tip: Don’t forget to clean the chain to remove any oil and dust that may be embedded.
User manual: Apply the spray directly to the soiled areas, leave it on for a few seconds, then rinse with clear water before carefully drying your bike before storage..
2. Camping, hiking and outdoor sports equipment
The portable and outdoor equipment (folding chairs, tent structures, walking sticks or caps for sports helmets) also suffers the ravages of the earth and the summer weather..
The observation: The traces of dried mud on structures, pollution residues or traces of perspiration permanently adhere to equipment if they are not treated before being stored for the winter..
The solution: Use ABNET Proflash as an express multi-purpose cleaner to degrease and sanitize these surfaces in just a few steps.
Result: Your leisure equipment returns to its original condition, free of any polluting film, and is ready to spend the winter outdoors without any unpleasant surprises for the spring season..
FAQ — Autumn Maintenance/Cleaning of Recreational Equipment
Can ABNET Proflash be used on the carbon or aluminum parts of a bicycle?
Yes, the balanced formulation of ABNET products guarantees high-performance degreasing and cleaning without damaging painted finishes, carbon, aluminum, or technical plastic components.. Furthermore, the product provides a renovation and shine effect on certain plastics..
Is the ABNET Proflash spray suitable for camping kitchen equipment?
No. Although it is a powerful degreaser, ABNET Proflash It is not formulated for direct food contact. It should not be used on tableware, kitchen utensils or surfaces intended to receive food. (Note: You can refer to the ABNET Proflash Soft, Compatible with food contact, with mandatory rinsing with water).
Is it mandatory to rinse after applying it to a bike?
Yes, rinsing with clear water after a few seconds of action is recommended to permanently remove the dried-on dirt and product residues.
Where are ABNET detergents manufactured?
100% French people: ABNET products are formulated, manufactured and packaged on our industrial site based in Vénéjan in the Gard (30).
(Discover the versatility and application of our multi-purpose spray through the demonstrations of the Official ABNET Proflash video on YouTube.)
About the author
A French manufacturer based in Vénéjan (Gard), ABNET has been developing and producing professional detergents since 1993. Our technical experts design degreasing formulas by stripping off layers to guarantee a controlled maintenance of your spaces, equipment and vehicles, while respecting sensitive materials.