Hole in Waders...

[SSSTaxidermy]

I was wondering if anyone has attempted to fix a hole in neoprene waders before and what works the best, if anything. I just spent a great deal of money on a nice pair of waders last season and I noticed when hanging them up the other night to dry, the outside part of the neoprene has a hole in it. It isn't all the way through yet but I was looking to put something on it that would help prevent it. It is about 6"-8" above the rubber boot. My wife wasn't really sure what would work, so I figured I would come to the next best source!!! I don't want to go out and spend more money on new waders again. Please help if you can?

[FOOT]

I can't remember what I've used in the past but it was like a good rubber cement and patch. Go to your local sporting goods store or since you're close to Rogers go to the new Cabela's. They should have a couple different patch kits.

[ChuckN]

"Goop" has been my favorite. They make marine, household, etc...brands but it seems to be all the same with a different label.

You can find it just about any hardware or sporting goods store.

[LovenLifeGuy]

I had same problem two years ago. I used some glue that is used for wet suits. I got it at the snorkling(sp)shop on university and 73rd. I had two holes and a lot of leaks in the seams and have not had a problem since. I used it all and cant remember what it was called but it was not cheap either(around $25). I hope that helps.

LovenLifeGuy

[labdad]

Super glue works just fine, squirt a little into the hole and pinch it closed.

[Dotch]

When I bought my neoprene waders at Fleet Farm, they must've seen me coming because the waders came with a repair kit & instructions. In it is a tube of cement, a couple neoprene patches and a piece of iron-on tape to finish the job. So far so good but being the clumsy oaf I am, it's likely only a matter of time. Would check with Fleet Farm, Cabelas, wherever you bought 'em, or at any reputable sporting goods store for a patch kit.

[chefjim]

the best i've use is shoegoo clean the area put it on let it dry. I use a golf Tee to to apply. I ripped mine last year in the morning climbing in the boat put on the goo used a lighter to dry and was fine in about an hour great stuff. I always keep it in my blind bag

[SSSTaxidermy]

I went with the patch kit. Boy those things aren't cheap! I put a patch on the inside and outside of the waders. Shouldn't have any problems now. I did buy some "goop" too just to have in my bag at all times...Thanks for the advice and happy hunting...

[ikeslayer]

the stuff that the fella bought at the snorkel shop was probably aquaseal. it has been in the marine world for years. i could give you a big sales pitch on it however you only have to use it once to know that you will only be needing to patch that hole once. Doesn't make a hard spot in wader and bends just like neoprene tougher than neo too. Cabelas sells it. give it a look

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[wyldewal]

I put a hole in my 5 mm's a few years ago. I patched it with the same stuff they sell for the older cavas waders. I also put a patch on the inside as well. Just in case. It worked fine but it's also in a spot where flexing isn't a problem.

[Traxxx]

I would second the "shoegoo", it works on alot of stuff...come to think of it I've never tried it on shoes though, go figure.

[RonZych]

shoe-goo is to glue as duct-tape is to tape. I dont leave anywhere without either.