Waterproof your Waders? - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Holy Mackerel · 07-17-2008, 08:04 AM

What are you guys out there using to re-waterproof jackets, breathable waders... I thought I saw a post by Grego using a product, whereby you add to your washer, and it will cause water to bead up again on your waders, or splash jackets, etc... my gear is long in the tooth!

Maybe the spam bot will post a product!

chris

Handymansd · 07-17-2008, 08:09 AM

Hey Chris,

I have used 3M Scotchguard for waterproofing many other kinds of waterproof breathable materials like tents and such. I don't know why it would not help with waders.

Matt · 07-17-2008, 08:41 AM

I heard if you buy an I-phone from England your waders will be automatically waterproofed!!

But on a real note anyone solved the problems with the zippered waders leaking?? I am going to contact hodgman and see what they reccomend.

Grego · 07-17-2008, 08:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Holy Mackerel

What are you guys out there using to re-waterproof jackets, breathable waders... I thought I saw a post by Grego using a product, whereby you add to your washer, and it will cause water to bead up again on your waders, or splash jackets, etc... my gear is long in the tooth!

Maybe the spam bot will post a product!

chris

Hey Chris, that worked well for my goretex jacket that we were issued in the army and other clothing, but I wouldn't put waders through the washing machine ( I think they'll fill up with water and jack up the machine and not get clean). I've been meaning to put 303 HT Fabric Guard on my waders, I've heard great reviews of the stuff from friends and from a Nissan truck board that I post on. Check out 303products.com under products and look for the fabric guard. I also got the free samples, but it doesn't come with the fabric guard.

prowlerdude · 07-17-2008, 09:15 AM

303 on the bunkends of my pop-up trailer works great!

cabojohn · 07-17-2008, 09:36 AM

Chris, another option is the stuff from REI...
I got some water proofing products from them called Nikwax.
It really helps. You "must" to use the Nikwax wash too on your garment before you seal it.
You use this product in the washing machine or hand wash...I hand washed with good results.

lamb · 07-17-2008, 10:14 AM

Semi-related:

Jim put the "waders of death" myth to rest.

Check it out if you haven't seen it:

http://forum.kayak4fish.com/viewtopi...highlight=myth

bajadog · 07-17-2008, 10:16 AM

Chris,

If those happen to be gortex wader use this stuff: Revivex

http://www.flyfishingoutfitters.com/...A-SIM-REVI-000

If they are neoprene, your are out of luck.

Marco

Grego · 07-17-2008, 10:30 AM

I heard if you wash your waders and mix 3M Scotchguard, 303 Fabric Guard, Nixwax, Revivex, put an Iphone in your pocket, tumble dry it and then jump in a pool you get the bestest waterproof protection around.

dgax65 · 07-19-2008, 08:26 PM

I've used Revivex on my Goretex ECWS parka and trousers. It works well, but doesn't quite get the fabric back to the original level of waterproofedness

It only lasts a couple of washings as well. I'd like to try that 303 stuff to see if it works any better. My breathable waders are also starting to drink, so I need to do something with them.

Handymansd · 07-20-2008, 09:07 AM

Has anyone asked the manufacturers what they recommend for their breathable waders? Maybe they have a secret like Grego's!

bajadog · 07-20-2008, 04:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Grego

I heard if you wash your waders and mix 3M Scotchguard, 303 Fabric Guard, Nixwax, Revivex, put an Iphone in your pocket, tumble dry it and then jump in a pool you get the bestest waterproof protection around.

lol

Actually minwax urethane would work faster.

07-17-2008, 08:04 AM	#1
Holy Mackerel Señor member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 1,627	Waterproof your Waders? What are you guys out there using to re-waterproof jackets, breathable waders... I thought I saw a post by Grego using a product, whereby you add to your washer, and it will cause water to bead up again on your waders, or splash jackets, etc... my gear is long in the tooth! Maybe the spam bot will post a product! chris

07-17-2008, 08:41 AM	#3
Matt Support your local pangas Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Lj Posts: 976	I heard if you buy an I-phone from England your waders will be automatically waterproofed!! But on a real note anyone solved the problems with the zippered waders leaking?? I am going to contact hodgman and see what they reccomend. __________________ Thanks Matt F.

07-17-2008, 10:14 AM	#7
lamb Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 2,568	Semi-related: Jim put the "waders of death" myth to rest. Check it out if you haven't seen it: http://forum.kayak4fish.com/viewtopi...highlight=myth __________________ [------------------------ <)))< ....b-a-a-a-a

07-17-2008, 10:16 AM	#8
bajadog I eats what I kills Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: San Diego Posts: 393	Chris, If those happen to be gortex wader use this stuff: Revivex http://www.flyfishingoutfitters.com/...A-SIM-REVI-000 If they are neoprene, your are out of luck. Marco __________________ Please release bill-fish.

07-19-2008, 08:26 PM	#10
dgax65 Guerro Grande Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 629	I've used Revivex on my Goretex ECWS parka and trousers. It works well, but doesn't quite get the fabric back to the original level of waterproofedness It only lasts a couple of washings as well. I'd like to try that 303 stuff to see if it works any better. My breathable waders are also starting to drink, so I need to do something with them. __________________ Douglas Gaxiola Team No Fish- Amateur Staff

07-17-2008, 08:09 AM	#2
Handymansd Ancient Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: On The Water Posts: 935	Hey Chris, I have used 3M Scotchguard for waterproofing many other kinds of waterproof breathable materials like tents and such. I don't know why it would not help with waders.

07-17-2008, 09:15 AM	#5
prowlerdude Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Clairemont Posts: 116	303 on the bunkends of my pop-up trailer works great!

07-17-2008, 09:36 AM	#6
cabojohn PROBATION Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 656	Chris, another option is the stuff from REI... I got some water proofing products from them called Nikwax. It really helps. You "must" to use the Nikwax wash too on your garment before you seal it. You use this product in the washing machine or hand wash...I hand washed with good results.

07-17-2008, 10:30 AM	#9
Grego Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 445	I heard if you wash your waders and mix 3M Scotchguard, 303 Fabric Guard, Nixwax, Revivex, put an Iphone in your pocket, tumble dry it and then jump in a pool you get the bestest waterproof protection around.

07-20-2008, 09:07 AM	#11
Handymansd Ancient Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: On The Water Posts: 935	Has anyone asked the manufacturers what they recommend for their breathable waders? Maybe they have a secret like Grego's!