Waterproofing gear

[48janke]

What’s everyone using to refurbish the water proofing in your gear. I have a Klim and tobe suit I’d like to freshen up! TIA

 

[H-D]

Nikwax. I use it each season, you can order it on Amazon. Use the wash first and then the sealant.

 

[Outwest1]

Agree. End of season wash and apply works good smells funny at first but smell goes away

 

[HoldMyBeerAndWatchThis]

X3, same same. I have an old set of klim bibs, like circa 2005, I use as winter work coveralls around the acreage and nikwax makes a big difference. Not the same as new stuff but it helps.

 

[RGM]

I am going to try some of this stuff
Fjallraven Greenland Wax

 

[2kDoo]

x4 with nikwax.

 

[DUS]

I thought I remember reading Klim’s instructions were to NOT use the wash in type but rather use the spray on DWR.

Care Instructions

www.klim.com

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[vodoo103]

Valhalla Outfitters and Atmosphere both carry Nikwax also.

 

[Teth-Air]

If you can iron your gear without melting it completely it can melt the finely freyed fibres that attract and pull in water. Usually around cuffs and other wear locations.

 

[Complexd]

Riderz also carries Nikwax if you're driving through working hours

 

[bobsledder]

Buy new stuff when it gets to that stage.

 

[vodoo103]

I had a patch on my Klim bibs that leaked really bad and I used scotchuard watershield spray around the patch to seal it up. Wouldn't wnat to use it on the full garment though, but could probably use it on problem areas.

 

[LID]

Anyone use the Grangers products?
Bought some but haven’t used it yet

I usually never wash my outerwear

 

[2kDoo]

flex seal maybe ?

 

[Teth-Air]

flex seal maybe ?

I use that stuff on the under-hood foam to waterproof it but I don't believe it would breath on clothing.