Re: [Paddlewise] Will a little Dip-it do it?

I have used the Dip-it rubber for keeping the ends of ropes from fraying
and other uses.  I found that it is not very tough.  I suspect a coating
that was thick enough to protect the edge of your paddle would increase the
weight too much.  OTOH its a cheap fix, might work and does have other uses
for boaters.

Dana
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From: Sharky <sharky_at_pacific-ocean.com>


Hi Folks,
I just ordered my first graphite blade paddle.  I know that a potential
problem with a graphite blade is chipping.

I've been trying to think of what I can do to reduce the damage.  I got to
thinking about a product called Dip-it (or pretty close to that anyway)
which is a liquid that is sold in hardware stores for rubber coating tool
handles.  Also, Salamander (http://www.salamanderpaddlegear.com/home.html)
sells a product called 'Rim Rubber' which is a rubber edging for your
paddle.



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