We like to roll our clothes in a dry towel after we’ve wrung them out to get even more water out. We found this can really aid in the overall drying time.

In testing, we found that it does take a little while to master the washing process, but it’s straightforward and simple enough for anyone to get the hang of eventually. And we’re happy to report that the Scrubba Wash Bag does deliver on its promise of “clean clothes anywhere.” Using The Scrubba Wash Bag A Scrubba weights about 5.0 oz and my 13L dry bag weights ~3.3 oz. The Scrubba is slightly larger as well.The Scrubba Wash Bag even has benefits over a washing machine too. By washing your clothes inside a Scrubba you’re using far less water, and it uses no energy (apart from a tiny bit of your own, of course). For smaller loads, this thing is also a lot faster than a washing machine, which is a huge bonus. Durability & Testing In any case, you can also use powdered detergent with the Scrubba wash bag. However, there are a few issues with using powdered detergent instead of liquid detergents. In addition, you can also wash heavier items like jeans or trousers one at a time. So, if you are washing lightweight items, you can wash around 4 to 5 items at once in the Scrubba wash bag.

Pour in a small amount of clean water and shake the bag a little bit to give everything a good rinse. You can then dispose of the water as above. Step 7 - Wring out and dry your clothes If this sounds like a mechanism that will come in handy on your next excursion, be sure to get one up before you head out the door! However this costs more money, and if you’re staying in a fancy place, they might try to charge you per item (which is damn ridiculous, but we’ll save that debate for another day). Release the air from the washing bag using the valve by twisting it open. Left to open, right to close.

Durability & Testing

As for the TPU coating—TPU stands for thermoplastic polyurethane—all you need to know is it’s used for waterproofing, plus it helps make things resistant to tears, abrasions, and overall wear. Scrubba Wash Bag Mini Material The Scrubba is very simple to use and below is a step by step guide: Step 1 - Fill the Scrubba with your clothes, warm water and laundry detergent So, when the folks at Scrubba , a portable wash system, reached out to us for a review, I was curious to try it. If you're some distance from any laundry facilities –if you're camping, for example–this may be one of the better solutions available. However, if you have access to a local laundrette you might prefer the connection with the locals and the ability to wash more clothes at once. In this Scrubba review, we give the Scrubba a real world test washing our clothes, and tell you what we like, and what we don’t like. Who is the Scrubba good for?

The Scrubba is pretty easy to use. Just add water, laundry liquid and clothing. Roll shut, and release excess air. Then rub gently to wash, rinse and then hang clothes to dry.

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At first glance, you could be fooled into thinking the Scrubba Wash Bag is an ordinary dry bag, which makes sense because it can be used as one. Green Scrubba Wash Bag Give all your clothes a good wring out and then dry with a towel. Scrubba actually make a wash and dry kit which includes a really good drying towel and a stretchy washing line - perfect for using in campervans or whilst camping attaching it between trees (or between your tent and a tree). The Scrubba Wash and dry kit is available here . If you're travelling for business, you may need to spend the money on your hotel's laundry service to keep your shirts and smart, tailored items looking fresh. But for casual travellers, clothing doesn't need to look perfect, especially if you're away from civilisation. The Scrubba –an Australian invention –may be just what you need. The Scrubba wash bag is a human-powered wash bag machine. It has a large twist-style valve and a flexible washboard inside, which allows it to wash your clothes like an actual washing machine.