Weatherproofing
Which Water Repellent is Best for You?
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Original Spray-On Formula
ReviveX® Spray-On Water Repellent is a ‘universal’ application for hard shell outerwear as it only treats the outside of the garment, leaving interior (possibly wicking) liners untreated. The spray-on version is also ideal for treating down and synthetic insulated garments and sleeping bags. One benefit of the spray is that you can concentrate heaviest on areas where water repellent finishes (DWR) tend to wear first, such as the shoulders of a jacket or the seat of a pair of pants.
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Wash-In Formula
Use ReviveX Wash-In Water Repellent to treat hardshells and hard-to-treat items such as fleece jackets and hats in one load. Ideal for 2.5 and 3 layer hardshells (rainwear without a wicking liner). For skiwear and other ‘wicking liner’ garments use Revivex Spray-On formulas.
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Spray On Formula for Soft Shells
Soft shells are more breathable and flexible than traditional hard shell waterproof breathable garments. ReviveX Spray-On Water Repellent for Soft Shells is specifically engineered to deeply penetrate soft shell fabric’s thick, weave for maximum water repellency.
DWR Finish
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How ReviveX® Works
All rainwear is factory treated on the outside with a special water repellent spray called DWR (for “Durable Water Repellent”). Over time that treatment wears off causing fabrics to “wet out” – which reduces breathability and creates excess condensation, making you damp and cold. ReviveX water repellents are unique because they bond to both the fabric and any remaining factory DWR creating the most durable water repellent finish available.
Find more great tips like these in our Repair Guide
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To find pinhole leaks in Gore-Tex® fabric dry suits: 1) Turn the suit inside out. 2) Soak the tip of a rag in rubbing alcohol and dab over the suspect area. 3) The hole will show up as a contrasting color. Allow area to dry and seal (on the inside surface) with Aquaseal®.
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TRUE OR FALSE?
Heavy duty mountain boots are obsolete for backpacking.
True. But while the ultralight backpacking crowd (carrying 20 lb. packs) get by on trails using trail running shoes or even good sport sandals, most folks carrying heavier loads should have some ankle support. Well-made light hikers with a 3/4 or full-height ankle collar are usually enough for moderate loads on most trails.