Will water cause damage to my sparring gear?

Question

I own a set of Pro Force Lightning sparring gear and I use 'Cobra' gloves by Kim Pacific. Next week in a sparring class I attend in the summer, we will be sparring in a freshwater lake. I was wondering if submerging my gear in water will cause any damage to the foam or the vinal coating? Any information you might have could be useful to me. Thank you.

Answer 1

Your gear should be fine so long as you dry it out thoroughly after your sparring session is done.

Wait, wait....Sparring in a lake?!  

Anyway, sparring gear is made to take punishment - sweat, impact, etc.  Make sure you dry off the gear really well - and make sure the inside foam is dry - before you pack it.  Hang it out to dry - do not put it in a dryer.  It will mildew if it stays wet for any amount of time.  

Good luck - try not to step on any turtles or rusty fish hooks.

Answer 2

Shouldnt. Lotsa people i train with wash their gear in a washing machine, i prefer the aux natural stink...haha...should be fine

Answer 3

that depends upon what factory made them what is required or how to use them in water or not