McNETT® - Essentials for AdventureTM

Drysuit Care

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  • Clean Your Wetsuit

    Find Drysuit Leaks

    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®.

Find more great tips like these in our Repair Guide

  • Rebuilding Heels

    Rebuilding Heels

    Freesole rebuilds heels. Sand worn area then buff with a rag soaked in rubbing alcohol. Make plastic tape “dam” as shown. Set sole level and apply Freesole. Cures in 12-24 hours.
  • Stove Tip

    Stove Tip

    If your butane stove is struggling in cold weather, set it in a pot lid and add 3/4” (15mm) of cool water. The stove will roar to full power (the fuel is now at least 32˚ F, 0˚ C). Do not use hot water in the lid.