Questions tagged [waterproof-clothing]
Questions about clothing that is in some way waterproof.
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Waterproofing Pendleton jacket. Polyester/cotton blend shell [duplicate]
I want to apply a waterproof spray to my wife’s Pendleton rain jacket. I was just going to spray with Silicon, but I found out there are other, probably better choices.
DWR. Durable Water Repellant. ...
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Comparing breathable vs non-breathable clothing. What are good/bad points of each? [closed]
What are good points and badpoints for breathable vs non-breathable clothing?
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Reproofing a coat
I am reproofing an Isotex™ coat which somebody had previously laundered and destroyed its waterproof properties. I don't know what grade the fabric is, but it is probably not the lowest as the coat ...
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Would waterproof gaiters (over waterproof trousers and boots) prevent water from seeping through my clothes if submerged?
As stupid as this sounds, if I was to wear Gore-Tex trousers and boots and then place Gore-Tex gaiters over the boots/trousers bridging them together, could I wade into water up to my waist?
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My Rab jacket is no longer water proof/resistant after wash
The first use of the jacket kept my completely dry in the rain. The water would bead and could be shaken off very easily. This walk lasted 4hrs and it rained for about 3hrs. At the end I took off my ...
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How to protect GoreTex from bag strap abrasion?
I recently bought an expensive GoreTex jacket and I want to be proactive in maximizing the life I get out of it.
One thing I have noticed on previous jackets is that the shoulder areas can degrade ...
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How to waterproof leaking 3-layer shell fabric
I have a few older (5+ years) but not excessively used "waterproof" breathable clothing items (pants, jackets), that are not waterproof in high-abrasion areas such as knees, shoulders, ...
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tips for wading in knee deep water where water moccasins could roam
Lately I've taken up a new hobby: taking pictures of train trestle bridges. There's one that goes over the San Gabriel river in Texas that I can get within half a mile of but any further than that ...
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Should I wash new child snow mittens before wearing?
I bought new mittens for my kid for the coming winter holiday. They should be waterproof or at least water-resistant.
Normally when i buy clothing, i wash it before wearing. The fabric may not have ...
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Waxing G-1000 trousers - melting options
I really need to wax my G-1000 trousers - but I do not own a clothes iron and only a flimsy travel hairdryer. The instructions for the trousers/wax say, I should use either to melt the wax after ...
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Is it possible to apply DWR to heavy cotton fleece hooded sweatshirt for water resistance?
I have an American Giant sweatshirt that is fantastic. Superb quality and fit. Heavy 10oz cotton. What would be the best way to add water resistance to a garment/fabric normally water resistant? ...
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Waterproof mittens for cycling and snow-fun: leather or synthetic?
I have a pair of nubuck leather mittens that are nice and warm but do not last very long when cycling in the rain in autumn/winter or when building snowmen and throwing snowballs.
So now i'm looking ...
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How to remove butter stain from raincoat?
Long story short, I got a huge oily stain on my raincoat. More precisely butter, on the shoulders part. It looks bad, it smells like butter, and I am really not comfortable having it on my clothes + ...
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Mountaineering trousers with short legs
Do any mountaineering / Alpine style waterproof trousers come in short legs? I have a 29" inside leg and I've really struggled to find anything to fit.
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How can I adjust a neoprene wrist/neck seal on a drysuit, by cutting and joining?
I'm tall but rather small-boned, and my XL drysuit has always been marginal on the wrist and neck seals, which are neoprene with a smooth lining, rather than the more common latex. This is much more ...
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How to fix tears in waterproof pants?
I found a pair of waterproof pants abandoned on the trail, they were fine except for several large rips that the previous owner had tried to fix with ductape.
How can I patch these rips?
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Warm-weather UL breathable packable waterproof jacket [closed]
I guess I might be asking for too much but I'm trying to find a very breathable, light, packable waterproof jacket. I'd like to be able to hike in ~75F rain while remaining relatively comfortable for ...
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From the perspective of someone engaging in an outdoor sport, is there any fur that confers an advantage over all synthetic materials?
In the largely indoor sport of oneupswomanship, real fur, especially mink, sable or chinchilla, offers a great advantage; no one wearing a synthetic fabric, however stylish the coat or jacket, is in ...
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I need to wash my waterproof coat without ruining the waterproofing
hopefully this is not a duplicate as I've searched for an answer on here before posting. I found this but there seems to be conflicting views on certain aspects of the question.
What I would like to ...
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Allergic to Neoprene and need water shoes
Really hoping someone else may be able to help me. I am very allergic to neoprene and am looking for some shoes to wear in water and in the pool. Almost all the shoes have neoprene in them -- so ...
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Membrane jacket rises up when crouching
I have a trouble with my membrane jacket. When I am crouching or moving around, my jacket rises up in the back and doesn't go down when I stand up straight again. How can I prevent the jacket from ...
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Does Life Paint effect waterproofing?
I got given a free can of Volvo Life Paint, the idea being you can spray any material and it'll become reflective under a light source. On the can it simply says it's less effective on shiny materials ...
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Can I use wading sandals with waders?
I have a pair of wading sandals (made by Keen and designed for water sports) to which I added a few metal studs and have been using for wet wading while fly fishing in shallow streams. Now I wonder if ...
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What are the differences between golf and hiking/outdoor waterproofs?
I have recently taken up golf but have been a keen hiker/outdoorsman for a while.
I am struggling to find a compelling reason to invest in "golf-specific" waterproof clothing.
Is there any reason ...
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Paramo vs Gore-Tex jackets?
I'm considering replacing my North Face Gore-tex jacket as it's starting to get a bit tatty, some of the zips are breaking, etc.
I've seen quite a few Paramo jackets about. I'm presuming they're ...
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Spray-on waterproofing for non-DWR fabrics?
I have a pair of knickers (ie, 3/4 length trousers) I use for bike commuting year round. Since it's the start of the rainy season on the east coast, I was wondering if a spray-on waterproofing product ...
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What's the difference between water-resistant and waterproof?
I've gone camping for quite a bit, but when it comes to choosing between water resistant and waterproof gear, I always take the latter.
I'm actually curious if there's a difference between these two ...
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How do I extend the life of waterproof leather boots?
I've got some leather boots that are showing some wear and tear. More importantly, the seam between the sole and boot is starting to crack and allow some water in. Do products like ShoeGoo or FreeSole ...
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How should I patch holes in a waterproof/breathable jacket?
I have a waterproof/breathable rain jacket which has a few holes in it (caused by a minor bicycle crash, in case that information is relevant). They are not too big, about 5mm across. How can I patch ...
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What is the difference between Gore-Tex and Mountain Hardwears DryQ?
They both are waterproof but what are the differences and is one better?
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How do I wash Gore-Tex clothing?
I have a bunch of dirty hard-shell pants and jackets. Are these safe to put in the washer and dryer? If not, how should I clean them?
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