Re: [Paddlewise] drysuit patches

I'd recommend Cordura.  It's almost totally waterproof, but if you cover
the entire back surface of the patch with Aquaseal to glue it to the
suit, it will be waterproof.  If you clean the surfaces well and use
Aquaseal, I wouldn't ever worry about the patches peeling up.  500
denier Cordura is nice.  Cordura Ambush is a bit thinner, but really
nice stuff and pretty abrasion-resistant.  If you're just wanting a big
"skid plate" to protect you from those nasty bolts, then 1000 denier or
ballistic Cordura will do the trick.

Shawn

>    What fabric can I use for patches and what kind of adhesive would be best 
>for a place that is going to be constantly in contact with the seat? I assume 
>I should make the patches rather large so if they do peal up I can trim and 
>reglue without endangering the damaged areas.
>
>Joan Spinner
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