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What to use to fix cycling jacket?

Hi,

I have an Altura Night Vision Evo cycling jacket that has started to split on the pockets and the like. I want to repair it because they're just too expensive to keep purchasing. Has anyone repaired these before? Does anyone recommend a glue or a method to repair them with?

 

This is the current state of the jacket.

http://s24.postimg.org/cdh20m6yt/2016_01_16_14_03_59.jpg

http://s24.postimg.org/k4xrz6b45/2016_01_16_14_04_32.jpg

http://s24.postimg.org/73gon2c3p/2016_01_16_14_04_50.jpg

 

 

Thanks

Bobby

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MarRun | 8 years ago
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Bobby,

See if you're anywhere near one of these venues. They will apparently fix any brand:

http://www.outdoorsmagic.com/outdoors-news/patagonia-fixing-gear-for-fre...

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MarRun | 8 years ago
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To repair or reinforce outdoor kit, try these guys:

http://www.lancashiresportsrepairs.co.uk

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TheHungryGhost | 8 years ago
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Sugru. Not tried it on a jacket, but I've used it on a pair of walking boots, and it's held up well. Would probably work well though, especially if you can stick it to both sides. Comes in red too so shouldn't look too bad.

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wycombewheeler | 8 years ago
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Why would you keep purchasing them if they fail?

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steve hill | 8 years ago
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Looking at your photos the bin beckons

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monty dog | 8 years ago
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McNett Gore-Tex repair patches have worked for me in the past but TBH your jacket looks a bit beyond repairable, particularly with the tear on the pocket seam leaves very little material to secure to.

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fenix | 8 years ago
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Ask in your local dry cleaners. They usually do repairs.

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rnick | 8 years ago
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I've used the "tenacious tape" on kids waterproofs in the past.  It does stick like the proverbial and lasts pretty well and is relatively transparent, but it's not cheap for a small roll.

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joemmo | 8 years ago
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Ripstop or spinnaker tape generally isn't sticky enough on its own in my experience but you can try using a flexible glue to augment it. I've used this stuff in the past, including on wetsuits and it's pretty good as long as you're not looking for an invisible repair.

https://www.mcnett.com/gearaid/seam-grip#10510

 

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PeterM | 8 years ago
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I've used Spinnaker tape or ripstop tent repair patches and super glue in the past for split seams.

 

Cheers,

Peter

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rjfrussell | 8 years ago
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Leviathan replied to rjfrussell | 8 years ago
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rjfrussell wrote:

There is only one repair material for anything.

https://www.google.co.uk/search?q=duct+tape+repairs&espv=2&biw=1280&bih=...

 

https://www.google.co.uk/search?q=duct+tape+repairs&espv=2&biw=1280&bih=...

 

 

Yes, its called money. Go to shop, apply money, item is as good as new.

I'm not being flash, just a reminder that you don't have to suffer every time to fix things.

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brucethebruce | 8 years ago
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I should imagine something like this would be the best solution. It does say it can be used on down jackets etc

http://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/mcnett-gear-aid-tenacious-tape-p107605

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