Donek Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 I've just purchased another pair of the same mitts. They keep my hands warm, but can't hold up to the abuse. While in Soelden last spring one of the participants (can't remember who) had coated the palm of his gloves with something he said made them indestructible. Does anybody have any suggestions for such a coating? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unicorn Poop Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 I've heard of guys using the same rubber you dip tool handles into. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueB Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 That, or Sikaflex diluted with acetone or thinners. Sent from my Nexus S using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
everts72 Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 For me best thing is Liquid rubber by Bison. I also tried Sika and Shoegoo, but Liquid rubber is the best! Some guys also using Aquasure, but I didn't try it yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Ong Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 I have gloves coated with spray on plastidip . I used a whole can on 2 pairs , so far so good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Ace* Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 Stop wasting your time/money/common sense. http://www.texashuntingnews.com/THOR.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neil Gendzwill Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 Stop wasting your time/money/common sense.http://www.texashuntingnews.com/THOR.htm I've got an old pair of Sims gloves with a similar Kevlar palm/finger design, they've lasted forever. Mind you I don't drag my hands on the snow that much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister Sandman Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 I've purchased a pair of Level half pipe http://www.levelgloves.com/protection.php?recordID=halfpipexcrblack.gif&info=halfpipexcrroyal.gif they are expensive but I wanted wrist protection. furthermore they are extremely warm. I cannot say about durability though as I am too "young" a carver :D to drag my hands in the snow. But I too would like to coat them with something to protect them.... especially given their cost! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donek Posted January 24, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 I wanted to Ace, but they don't make a Mitt. Poor circulation means that's my only choice. Stop wasting your time/money/common sense.http://www.texashuntingnews.com/THOR.htm [ATTACH=CONFIG]37294[/ATTACH] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donek Posted January 24, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 Which one? http://www.homedepot.com/s/sikaflex?NCNI-5 That, or Sikaflex diluted with acetone or thinners. Sent from my Nexus S using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corey Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 Mitts rule! :) My hands freeze in any gloves unless it's just below freezing. See this thread: http://www.bomberonline.com/VBulletin/showthread.php?38861-Coating-clothes-gloves-with-Sika The Sika 252 is wearing ok for me. It does wear off in time, but it's easy to re-apply. michael.a recommended 'polyurethane' instead in this thread, but I was unable to get any details. I assume this is the clear shiny stuff you see on the Russian guys' clothing in the Velvet videos. I'd love more info if anyone has it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zone Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 You might want to do a search on the Swoard forum as they are hands and limbs draggers. I use ShoeGoo, works for me and cheap. I just apply to area of stress. Even expensive coating on gloves wear out esp if you are dragging on east coast ice, esp at the seams. Just apply more ShoeGoo when wearing out (about every 2-3yrs for me). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueB Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 Stop wasting your time/money/common sense.http://www.texashuntingnews.com/THOR.htm Yes, these are the best! Scooby and me have them for 3 years now, so far so good. Only point of failure is the stiches. We coated them with Sikaflex, not sure which one - Scoob bought it, I think black marine grade one. But yes, they are cold - not too big issue in our coastel temps. When colder, I wear the fleece or other thin thermal gloves under. If they made a mit, I would switch to it, for sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael.a Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 Hey sean, I think I was the guy who recommended smearing gloves with Sikaflex, you want No. 256. You can thin it with acetone, although durability is affected. Thor gloves are hardcore and the only gloves I used that survived more than one season, I used them almost all the time as I love to drag my hands on the snow. However, they are not good gloves. They have zero thermal protection, poor breathability, easily get soaking wet, and the damn velcro strap ends on the BOTTOM of the glove which I hate. I use another pair of mitts inside them and it's OK, but still.. Corey, I totally forgot to followup on using polyurethane to gloves and gear. I'll get some links ready and show how the end product looks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigwavedave Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 To protect the palm, get those leather "rope tow" mitt protectors like Trent uses. All leather mitts work really well. I would like to see mitts made out of fire hose material. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neil Gendzwill Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 All leather mitts work really well. I would like to see mitts made out of fire hose material.They get soggy though and take a long time to dry out. I like pure shells with removable liners, take them apart every night, nice and dry in the morning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 I've got Hestra XCR gloves, they make a mitt too, goat leather outer and gore-tex xcr liner, pricy, but I've had mine for a few years now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puddy Tat Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 Stop wasting your time/money/common sense.http://www.texashuntingnews.com/THOR.htm [ATTACH=CONFIG]37294[/ATTACH] Yes, these are the best! Scooby and me have them for 3 years now, so far so good. Only point of failure is the stiches. We coated them with Sikaflex, not sure which one - Scoob bought it, I think black marine grade one. But yes, they are cold - not too big issue in our coastel temps. When colder, I wear the fleece or other thin thermal gloves under. If they made a mit, I would switch to it, for sure. I wanted to Ace, but they don't make a Mitt. Poor circulation means that's my only choice. Thats too bad. These are seriously the best glove in terms of durability. I'm also going on three years. The liners are shot, and they are cooler (less insulated) than other gloves, so I also throw on a second liner for super cold days. The only downside is the Velcro packs up with snow in certain types of conditions. Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeoffV Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 Sean, A lot of us in the East battle this all the time on icey conditions. We can easily trash a set of gloves in one day if the snow is boiler plate. We have had a lot of luck with tool dip on the jackets and pants. For gloves I've found that Tooldip works fairly well on synthetic gloves, but does not bond well with leather. I have had great success using Gorilla tape on my knees and gloves. I am on the 3rd season with my gloves, which is a record for me. Just make sure you round your edges when you apply the tape. You'll see me all gorilla taped out at the ECES. :rolleyes: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carp Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 Not a fan of Manzella gloves in general, but I have a pair called "The Beast". They are about 4 seasons old and have held up great with the exception of one seam by the goggle scraper. Minor sewing keeps it good for each season. I haven't been able to find them again, but if given the chance I'd buy the whole lot. Warm, super durable, long gaiters with integrated/removable wrist guards, knuckle zips for warm days and pockets for hand warmers. Best I've found. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigwavedave Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 They get soggy though and take a long time to dry out. I like pure shells with removable liners, take them apart every night, nice and dry in the morning. Not if you treat them with sno-seal or similar and they last longer. I use fleece glove liners. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peti Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 ;) Sikaflex 252 is the solution for everything Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigwavedave Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 ;) Sikaflex 252 is the solution for everything If your gonna use goop, wouldn't 5200 be more durable? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
digger jr Posted January 25, 2014 Report Share Posted January 25, 2014 (edited) Had a friend who did his with 252 he heated it up in boiling water vs thinning. Kind of looks like stragulli (sp?) when done,but wore well and no extra drag even with the uneven application. It stays very flexible even when cold. Myself, I'm a duct tape guy(: Be nice to have a shell type glove and liners because I have a hard time drying mine out overnight. Edited January 25, 2014 by digger jr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hans Posted January 25, 2014 Report Share Posted January 25, 2014 (edited) For me best thing is Liquid rubber by Bison. I also tried Sika and Shoegoo, but Liquid rubber is the best!Some guys also using Aquasure, but I didn't try it yet. Liquid Rubber by Bison was gone within 3 days of use on my Levelgloves. I now use Sikaflex 252 or my russian gloves from Rey which lasted the longest I have. Edited January 25, 2014 by Hans Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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