johnakay Posted June 29, 2016 Share Posted June 29, 2016 cordura m/cycle jacket.what is the best stuff to use??I've machined washed 2 jackets so will need proofing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Fro Posted June 29, 2016 Share Posted June 29, 2016 I've used Nikwax spray in the past and it was okay. Best thing I've used is Fabsil brush on stuff - takes a while to do all the prep and get a couple of coats on but it's worth it. I only use it on the wife's soft top these days which is outside year round and hasn't failed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Six30 Posted June 29, 2016 Share Posted June 29, 2016 Yeh nick wax, I used the stuff you put in the washing machine , well the Mrs did, I don't even know where the washing machine is . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oasis Posted June 29, 2016 Share Posted June 29, 2016 This stuff works well.http://m.gooutdoors.co.uk/nikwax-tent-and-gear-solar-proof-2-5l-camping-chemical-p137997&gclid=Cj0KEQjw4827BRDJvpbVuKvx-rIBEiQA2_CzsEruaIu8PpYpKQ-HWz6rFrm1gcMNq7QW09m3uIZm_EUaAruJ8P8HAQ&gclsrc=aw.ds" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Six30 Posted June 29, 2016 Share Posted June 29, 2016 This stuff works well.http://m.gooutdoors.co.uk/nikwax-tent-and-gear-solar-proof-2-5l-camping-chemical-p137997&gclid=Cj0KEQjw4827BRDJvpbVuKvx-rIBEiQA2_CzsEruaIu8PpYpKQ-HWz6rFrm1gcMNq7QW09m3uIZm_EUaAruJ8P8HAQ&gclsrc=aw.ds" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk That'll be nikwax then Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oasis Posted June 29, 2016 Share Posted June 29, 2016 This stuff works well.http://m.gooutdoors.co.uk/nikwax-tent-and-gear-solar-proof-2-5l-camping-chemical-p137997&gclid=Cj0KEQjw4827BRDJvpbVuKvx-rIBEiQA2_CzsEruaIu8PpYpKQ-HWz6rFrm1gcMNq7QW09m3uIZm_EUaAruJ8P8HAQ&gclsrc=aw.ds" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk That'll be nikwax then Sorry Six my darling. Didn't read your post.Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marky Posted June 30, 2016 Share Posted June 30, 2016 Yeh nick wax, I used the stuff you put in the washing machine , well the Mrs did, I don't even know where the washing machine is .Is the washing machine waterproof now too? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joeman Posted June 30, 2016 Share Posted June 30, 2016 Woukd it work with socks?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oasis Posted June 30, 2016 Share Posted June 30, 2016 Woukd it work with socks??Condoms getting expensive Joe? [emoji38]Don't see why it wouldn't work.Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Six30 Posted June 30, 2016 Share Posted June 30, 2016 Woukd it work with socks?? Is this a trick question Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lumor_uk Posted June 30, 2016 Share Posted June 30, 2016 Woukd it work with socks?? Till you wash them again sure? But expensive doing it that way though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Six30 Posted June 30, 2016 Share Posted June 30, 2016 This stuff works well.http://m.gooutdoors.co.uk/nikwax-tent-and-gear-solar-proof-2-5l-camping-chemical-p137997&gclid=Cj0KEQjw4827BRDJvpbVuKvx-rIBEiQA2_CzsEruaIu8PpYpKQ-HWz6rFrm1gcMNq7QW09m3uIZm_EUaAruJ8P8HAQ&gclsrc=aw.ds" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk That'll be nikwax then Sorry Six my darling. Didn't read your post.Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk Thats ok .. Not many people do Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 30, 2016 Share Posted June 30, 2016 It would be great if products like Nikwax were really water "proofers".. would save those of us who put a lot of importance on staying dry.. would save us a lot of money and make stuff like Goretex obsolete. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Six30 Posted June 30, 2016 Share Posted June 30, 2016 It would be great if products like Nikwax were really water "proofers".. would save those of us who put a lot of importance on staying dry.. would save us a lot of money and make stuff like Goretex obsolete. If Goretex stuff didn't cost an arm and a leg to buy nikwax would be obsolete. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 30, 2016 Share Posted June 30, 2016 It would be great if products like Nikwax were really water "proofers".. would save those of us who put a lot of importance on staying dry.. would save us a lot of money and make stuff like Goretex obsolete. If Goretex stuff didn't cost an arm and a leg to buy nikwax would be obsolete. Im not sure that it does. but it depends where your priorities lie. do you mind getting wet or not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oasis Posted June 30, 2016 Share Posted June 30, 2016 That'll be nikwax then Sorry Six my darling. Didn't read your post.Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk Thats ok .. Not many people do I do mate! [emoji38]Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oasis Posted June 30, 2016 Share Posted June 30, 2016 Just got back from an hour on the motorway in heavy rain. Jacket was fine, trousers leaked worse than ever! Anyone lend me some money for gortex stuff?Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoggs Posted June 30, 2016 Share Posted June 30, 2016 Just got back from an hour on the motorway in heavy rain. Jacket was fine, trousers leaked worse than ever! Anyone lend me some money for gortex stuff?ex army gortex over trousers from eBay! I got a pair for about 15 quid and they work a treat. Yes I look a bit silly in my camouflage trousers but I'm dry so don't care!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oasis Posted June 30, 2016 Share Posted June 30, 2016 Just got back from an hour on the motorway in heavy rain. Jacket was fine, trousers leaked worse than ever! Anyone lend me some money for gortex stuff?ex army gortex over trousers from eBay! I got a pair for about 15 quid and they work a treat. Yes I look a bit silly in my camouflage trousers but I'm dry so don't care!!Worth a punt!Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoggs Posted June 30, 2016 Share Posted June 30, 2016 Seriously they're the best thing I've ever bought got about 8 months wear from them so far and they've held up against some pretty heavy rain. My das instructor recommended it to me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joeman Posted June 30, 2016 Share Posted June 30, 2016 Just got back from an hour on the motorway in heavy rain. Jacket was fine, trousers leaked worse than ever! Anyone lend me some money for gortex stuff?ex army gortex over trousers from eBay! I got a pair for about 15 quid and they work a treat. Yes I look a bit silly in my camouflage trousers but I'm dry so don't care!! Look for the Ex-Police ones, they are black gortex instead of Camo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Six30 Posted June 30, 2016 Share Posted June 30, 2016 It would be great if products like Nikwax were really water "proofers".. would save those of us who put a lot of importance on staying dry.. would save us a lot of money and make stuff like Goretex obsolete. If Goretex stuff didn't cost an arm and a leg to buy nikwax would be obsolete. Im not sure that it does. but it depends where your priorities lie. do you mind getting wet or not. Not , that's why I use nikwax . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 30, 2016 Share Posted June 30, 2016 If Goretex stuff didn't cost an arm and a leg to buy nikwax would be obsolete. Im not sure that it does. but it depends where your priorities lie. do you mind getting wet or not. Not , that's why I use nikwax . Excellent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grunthorpe Posted July 1, 2016 Share Posted July 1, 2016 Just got back from an hour on the motorway in heavy rain. Jacket was fine, trousers leaked worse than ever! Anyone lend me some money for gortex stuff?ex army gortex over trousers from eBay! I got a pair for about 15 quid and they work a treat. Yes I look a bit silly in my camouflage trousers but I'm dry so don't care!! Look for the Ex-Police ones, they are black gortex instead of Camo Or RAF ones are navy blue (yes, yes I know )Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnakay Posted July 2, 2016 Author Share Posted July 2, 2016 bought some nikwax so I'll see how things go.thanks for replies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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