How to clean blade (hard) guards?

[sk8great]

the place where my blades rest on my guards are dirty. How do I clean it?

[JHarer]

In the dishwasher on the top rack.

[sk8great]

In the dishwasher on the top rack.

our dishwasher doesn't work though 

[FigureSpins]

Use a brush to scrub them out with soap and hot water.  A little baking soda or scouring powder will help, too.

Use a nailbrush (as I suggested in the other thread) or an old toothbrush or a scrub brush or any kind of a brush that will reach into the grooves.  If you don't have one, use your current toothbrush and take a new one for your teeth.

Then dry them really well before you use them again.  Don't store wet guards or rags in the same bag compartment as your skates.

Do monthly equipment maintenance so that you keep everything in good shape.

[sk8great]

Use a nailbrush (as I suggested in the other thread) or an old toothbrush or a scrub brush or any kind of a brush that will reach into the grooves.  If you don't have one, use your current toothbrush and take a new one for your teeth.

What thread was that on?

[FigureSpins]

Oh, and clean out the channels of your skate guards.  They tend to collect water, dirt and grit, which grinds into your blades when you wear them.  Make sure they're always clean - a scrub with a nail brush usually works well.