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Dry Wet Cornhole Bags Safely (No Extra Break‑In)

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    ACL Pro Tommy Sliker
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Quick take: Skip the oven and high heat. Spread bags so air can move all around them and let a fan (or two) do the work. Your fill and fabrics stay consistent, and you avoid over‑breaking them.

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The safe drying order (fast to slow, low risk to higher risk)

  1. Box fan on a rack (best)
    • Set each bag on a cooling rack or plastic cups so air can pass under and around.
    • Aim a box fan directly at them. Flip every 20–30 minutes.
  2. Dehumidifier assist
    • Place the rack in a small room with a dehumidifier running. This speeds up evaporation without heat.
  3. HVAC airflow
    • Lay bags near a floor register or on top of a warm (not hot) appliance like a water heater. Avoid hot spots.
  4. Dryer on air‑fluff/no‑heat (last resort)
    • Only if you must: place bags in with towels on the “air” or “no heat” setting and check frequently.

What to avoid (to protect feel and lifespan)

  • High heat: ovens, air fryers, or hot dryer cycles can warp or prematurely soften fabrics and alter resin behavior.
  • Direct, concentrated heat: heat guns, space heaters, or dashboards in full sun can cause uneven wear.
  • Soaking then heat: wet fabric + high heat = risk of delamination, glazing, and shape changes.

Step‑by‑step: fan‑first method

  1. Press out water with a towel—do not wring.
  2. Set each bag on a mesh rack or cups so the bottom can breathe.
  3. Aim a box fan across the surface at medium/high.
  4. Rotate/flip every 20–30 minutes until fully dry to the touch.
  5. Let them sit another 30–60 minutes to equalize moisture inside the fill.

Why it works: steady airflow removes surface moisture quickly and lets internal moisture escape gradually—without cooking the fabric or over‑breaking seams.

Recovery check (after they’re dry)

  • Feel: should match pre‑wash firmness. If noticeably floppier, pause any conditioning for a few sessions.
  • Slide: if the slow side feels grabby, brush away lint and play a few games on clean boards to normalize.
  • Consistency: keep one drying method and timing so your feel stays predictable week to week.

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