GI pack VS washing machine...

[Brisance]

Chucked it in the washing machine with a few other things after a muddy session and this happened....

This was practically new, now it's got a good bit of wear and tear!!

 

[Narkadox]

Ouch. That sucks. Put it in a pillow case or something next time. Always kept mine intact.

 

[Tom]

Ouch!
I would velcro the belt reversed so the pockets are folded in and don't get battered by the drum
The right way I'm told is to put gear in a net bag or pillowcase

I'd also say have a look at the condition of your drum

 

[kway44]

Put it in a pillow case

Good idea

 

[lettucecheesecake]

Same thing happened to mine. Treated myself to a bunkerking pack.

 

[Brisance]

I've checked the drum, fortunately it's fine. I'll definately be putting it in a pillow case next time!

 

[Magic Rat]

I just spray mine with hosepipe when its hung on washing line.
Washing cordura stuff in washing machine always makes it floppy.

 

[Bolter]

I dont think Ive ever cleaned a battle pack! Just rub dirt on the paint surely!

 

[Kevin Winter]

I fill the bath with hot water and chuck packs and pots in their if they need cleaning.

 

[Spikerz]

I never washed my packs, used a towel with warm water to scrub some of the nastier bits off and built up paint but never directly into the wash.