[Paddlewise] new DWR treatment for Goretex

Recently there was a discussion about restoring the DWR finish on
Goretex garments so as to maintain water repellency.  The makers of
Goretex have come out with a new product for this purpose--Gore
ReviveX--which is supposedly three times more durable than any of the
the alternatives.  If this proves to be true it is very good news, since
the DWR finish is the "achilles heel" of all waterproof-breathable
fabrics.  As one might expect, it is very pricey.  But if it works as
claimed it would be worth it.  Check it out at the REI Web site:

http://www.rei.com/shopping/store3/CAMPING/FIRST_AID/PERSONAL_CARE/bud/627815.html

I'm going to give it a try.  I'll let you know how it goes.

Dan Hagen
Bellingham, Washington
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