help with wader repairs

[timmeh]

Hey all,

As the title suggests one of the neoprene stocking feet on my waders has sprung a leak. There's a small patch on the heel that's worn through Anyone ever have any luck patching this sort of thing up? Suspecting there's not much that can be done but thought I'd see if anyone has any ideas.

 

Thanks,

Tim

[ChrisK]

How small is a small patch ? If its small like 1 inch square just apply a generous coating of aqua seal over the patch and past its edges.

Just apply aqua seal right to the leaking area basically and it will seal it. Just did a job on a pair of neoprene Hodgemans in the exact area you mentioned. Turned the waders inside out,filled the boot full of water and watched closely for the water to come through. Found the hole, applied the aqua seal to the area and waited 8 to 12 hours..Leak fixed !!

[singingdog]

ChrisK is right: aquaseal or marine goop (same stuff, comes in a bigger tube) should fix it. If it's fairly large, try putting tape on the inside, then gooping the outside. The tape will give it a base to set-up on.

[Guest ThisPlaceSucks]

good advice here.

[troutologist]

There are a bunch of step by step videos on the Simms website Repair videos

[timmeh]

Thanks guys. Wasn't sure if aquaseal worked well on neoprene but I'll give it a go.

[zeeter]

Use clear silicone for the edges or any seams. The silicone is far better than glue because it flexes. If you're putting a patch on you can glue it on first, but put silicone around the edges.