Identify the required support
Check guidance for the jacket, trousers, suit, and removable components. Use support appropriate to the garment's weight and shape, within the rail's intended limits. Dainese's care guidance, for example, directs drying away from heat sources; other models may have additional requirements. Do not assume armor should be removed, folded, or washed without checking its instructions.
Separate readiness from storage
After use, inspect the clothing as its manufacturer directs and note any damage or care needs. Keep items requiring assessment out of the ready section. Allow garments to dry by the approved method before enclosing them. Store helmets and other equipment separately under their own instructions, not as weights on folded clothing. A closet arrangement cannot establish that protective equipment remains fit for use after a crash or other damage; seek the maker's guidance. Keep manuals accessible so preparation does not depend on remembering details from an old purchase.
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