A proper wash is too damaging in my experience. I've practically ruined jackets before washing them, even with proper nikwax etc. Now I just wash any dirt off with a wet cloth when/if needed.
It’s usually the spin cycle that damages them. When I wash mine I select “no spin” on the machine.
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A proper wash is too damaging in my experience. I've practically ruined jackets before washing them, even with proper nikwax etc.
Now I just wash any dirt off with a wet cloth when/if needed.