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waterproofing pants

gmcunni

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i like my ski pants, they were pretty cheap and i've gotten a couple seasons out of them, but lately they've done a CRAPPY job keeping me dry. on a snowy day or one where they're making snow that falls on the chairs my butt is soaked 1/2 thru the day.

next season will look for new pants but until then has anyone successively used any after-market spray on waterproofing stuff for pants?

secondarily, what is considered a good waterproof rating, for when i do start shopping for new ones?
 

o3jeff

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Should find a new pair now while they are starting to clearance the stuff out.

I plan on getting some of that Nikwax wash and waterproof stuff soon to wash and treat a coat. Will let you know how it works.
 

Hawkshot99

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I recently used a wash and waterproofing spray from Grainger. After spraying the gear with the water proofer I notice the rain beads up more on the jacket than before. But I was only in the rain from the truck to walking inside so dont have a full test for dryness.

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o3jeff

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I picked up some of the tech wash for my nano puff jacket, seemed to work pretty good and it got the stink out of it.
 

Rich

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Nikwax. Tech Wash first then TX Direct. The spray on version is superior to the wash in.

I've had good luck washing my Gore Tex and performance material clothing with Sport-Wash by Atsko. It's less expensive to use than Tech Wash.
 
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