Re-Waterproofing a Bag.

[Oddsocks]

So the time has come that the trusty bag has lost its ability to repel water. when new the material almost had a rubberised like finished and in the heaviest of storms would remain dry. unfortunately this is now not the case, and under normal terms i would just replace the bag, but its still like new (other than not being waterproof) and im struggling to find a replacement that i actually like.

So, whats on the market that can be applied to my bag to take it back to its original glory.

 

[GreiginFife]

May sound odd but I use a Scotch Guard water repellent spray on mine. It was for HID's hideously expensive shoes but as she never wears the damn things (they might get damaged you know) I have taken to use it on my bag and even on my old jacket that had lost it's water repellent coating. Works like a charm.

 

[One Planer]

What bag you got OS?

I've got the areolite WP and find it pretty good.

Alothough it is startting wear noticably quicker than my last bag

 

[Val]

Nikwax fabric and leather proof is what your looking for :thup:

 

[TheMetalMan0]

Something like Fabsil might work (not tried it myself). I know it's supposed to be very good for soft tops on cars anyway.

 

[Oddsocks]

What bag you got OS?

I've got the areolite WP and find it pretty good.

Alothough it is startting wear noticably quicker than my last bag

this is the bag gareth, in all fairness its been the most waterproof bag ive had, but it must be wearing off now as it lets everything through,

will look into some of the suggestions, thanks lads.

 

[Bratty]

I've used Fabsil on my waterproofs and it's always been pretty good as a short-term solution, so can't see why it wouldn't work on a bag. For waterproofs, Nikwax is always a good option, but I've not tried anything other than the wash-in stuff.

Or treat yourself to a Sun Mountain H2n0!

 

[Airlie_Andy]

Have you considered a rain cover for your bag? I only ask as its something I'm considering.

 

[chris661]

Or treat yourself to a Sun Mountain H2n0!

This would be my suggestion. Best bag I have ever owned and when I come to replace my trolley bag it will be for one of these (for a trolley )

 

[Oddsocks]

I've used Fabsil on my waterproofs and it's always been pretty good as a short-term solution, so can't see why it wouldn't work on a bag. For waterproofs, Nikwax is always a good option, but I've not tried anything other than the wash-in stuff.

Or treat yourself to a Sun Mountain H2n0!

i like the 201- h2no but dont like the new one. being honest if i found a bag i liked i doubt id bother, just got the trolley fixed so may be in the market for a cart bag :thup:

 

[RGDave]

May sound odd but I use a Scotch Guard water repellent spray on mine.

I've done this. Seems effective.

 

[seochris]

i like the 201- h2no but dont like the new one. being honest if i found a bag i liked i doubt id bother, just got the trolley fixed so may be in the market for a cart bag :thup:

Just bought (arrived yesterday) the new H2NO cart bag...very pretty....as most bags don't work up here....the rain here is usually propelled by a 25mph wind so its quite penetrating even though it only lasts for about 15 minutes.....even got a free 60" umbrella into the bargain.

 

[chris661]

Just bought (arrived yesterday) the new H2NO cart bag...very pretty....as most bags don't work up here....the rain here is usually propelled by a 25mph wind so its quite penetrating even though it only lasts for about 15 minutes.....even got a free 60" umbrella into the bargain.

If you don't mind me asking how much was it?

 

[seochris]

If you don't mind me asking how much was it?

I got it for £169 as he gave me a 15% discount.....if you PM me I will give you a name to call and tell him i sent you and I'm sure he would give you the same....

 

[Leftie]

+1 for the H2No.

I went for the carry bag as it also fits quite well on the trolley and has ample pocket space.

It coped admirably at the Woodhall Spa Forum meet this year where it seemed that the local fire brigade were testing their hoses on us, and everything in the bag remained driza bone.