Mike T wrote:

if the gear isn't too waterproof once you've finished, there's some
additive
that you can apply in the washing machine that re-waterproofs the
clothing.
the other half has used it and it does a good job. can't remember what
it's
called, but she picked it up from the ski shop.



NikWax TX/Direct perhaps?



Gore-Tex also makes a spray on product. Its pretty good too! You spray
it on after washing your jacket and then put it in the drier. It totally
put new life into my jacket.