re-waterproofing ski gear?

Anyone know of a product that works for re-proofing ski gear. I tried
a large can of some generic silicon camping spray, but it really
didn't make a blind bit of difference

I don't mind if it makes the fabric darker, or shiny, or whatever.

What's more effective, spray, wax, wash-in stuff?

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Anyone know of a product that works for re-proofing ski gear. I tried
a large can of some generic silicon camping spray, but it really
didn't make a blind bit of difference

I don't mind if it makes the fabric darker, or shiny, or whatever.

What's more effective, spray, wax, wash-in stuff?

Cheers,
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I use Gore ReviveX on my gear. After washing (clean and still damp) the
garment you spray this stuff on and put in the dryer on medium heat for 50
mins. Works good for me. There are some others, like Nikwax, that you wash
the garment in. This may be better if you can't put your gear in the dryer.

Mike

On Thu, 05 Feb 2004 12:10:11 +0000, __Jambers__ wrote:

Anyone know of a product that works for re-proofing ski gear. I tried
a large can of some generic silicon camping spray, but it really
didn't make a blind bit of difference

I don't mind if it makes the fabric darker, or shiny, or whatever.

What's more effective, spray, wax, wash-in stuff?


What kind of ski gear? Assuming you're talking Gore-Tex, for
instance, I find a wash cycle with powder detergent, followed by a
low-temperature ironing, makes a huge difference. Throw in some
Nikwax or Revivex for added measure.

If you're talking about a 70s-era Bogner one-piece, or mil-surplus
wool and canvas, then try Scotchguard. Or try new gear.

bw

__Jambers__ wrote:

Anyone know of a product that works for re-proofing ski gear.

What kind of gear?
Goretex and the like are waterproof because of a waterproof membrane,
with pores for water gas to pass through (breathable, right?) But that
doesn't keep the outside dry, so most Goretex also has a water repellent
surface (beads the water up.) That fails eventually, the surface gets
damp, and the wearer thinks the garmont is no longer waterproof; not so,
BUT the outer water repellent surface can be renewed - as bdubya said
it's simple; machine wash and dry, powdered detergent usually suffices.
Some people try sprays, but you have to make sure whatever you use
doesn't clog the membrane pores.

Simple urethane inner coatings can be repaired with paint on urethane -
like used for sealing tent seams.

Silicon water repellents can be renewed with sprays - but you have to
really wet the fabric - I've seen people who thought all that was needed
was a single pass from a spray can - nope.

Sorry, should have said...it's not goretex, it's just cheapo
polyester/nylon which I reckon was originally coated with something,
and it worked quite well to begin with, but after 2 seasons solid,
they need some help! I really like the gear and don't want to get rid
of it, also can't afford to buy new stuff!

Reckon I'll try that Nikwax stuff, see how it goes.
Just had a look at their site, it's got a handy material database
thing...
http://www.nikwax.co.uk/uk/choosea.asp

Thanks a lot for the replies.
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