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Topic: Neoprene Wrist Gasket Replacement  (Read 314 times)

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MooMoo Outdoors

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I need some advise on replacing latex wrist gasket to neoprene gasket.
I recently got a semi dry jacket with latex wrist gasket which I need to replace with neoprene gasket due to latex allergy.
I tried out the jacket yesterday after not getting exposed to latex for nearly 20 years and yes, I still have latex allergy LOL.
I looked for neoprene gasket but only ones I found was from UK on ebay. Do you know anywhere else I can get a pair of neoprene gasket?
I'm thinking of using aquaseal to replace them. Is there a better way?

Thanks in advance.
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Try this one: https://expressdrysuitrepair.com/repair-services

Thank you. I don't see the neoprene wrist gasket for sale on the website but since they do neoprene replacement service I'll ask them if they are willing sell me a pair.
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« Last Edit: April 15, 2024, 04:54:47 PM by FishingAddict »
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The NRS Champion Jacket comes with neoprene wrist gaskets.  I own one and really like them.
The neoprene gaskets prevents water going to your arms. Not as waterproof as latex but good enough. This me wearing one. https://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?topic=101802.0

https://www.nrs.com/nrs-champion-jacket/pqjk?utm_campaign=shop_comp&utm_source=google&utm_medium=buy_now&utm_term=goog_product_20033.02&utm_campaign=&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwoPOwBhAeEiwAJuXRh2QgkA8wsjiIDg8WDm6X3ZeICCwzJtWEmk86PiMFyGkduBo2wA9kzxoCB0wQAvD_BwE

It's a good looking jacket. Unfortunately I cannot return my jacket and I want to learn how to replace the gasket hehe.
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I was extremely reluctant to get a drysuit, as I've always had issues with latex rubber gloves. If I put on latex gloves, my hands turn red and skin gets itchy, and worse. So, when I got my first drysuit, I was planning on replacing the wrist gaskets, but miraculously, the latex wrist gaskets on my Kokatat (semi)drysuit don't seem to bother my skin.

Anyways, are there silicone rubber wrist gaskets? I seem to recall seeing some when I was thinking that I'd need to replace my wrist gaskets.
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The NRS Champion Jacket comes with neoprene wrist gaskets.  I own one and really like them.
The neoprene gaskets prevents water going to your arms. Not as waterproof as latex but good enough. This me wearing one. https://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?topic=101802.0

https://www.nrs.com/nrs-champion-jacket/pqjk?utm_campaign=shop_comp&utm_source=google&utm_medium=buy_now&utm_term=goog_product_20033.02&utm_campaign=&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwoPOwBhAeEiwAJuXRh2QgkA8wsjiIDg8WDm6X3ZeICCwzJtWEmk86PiMFyGkduBo2wA9kzxoCB0wQAvD_BwE

It's a good looking jacket. Unfortunately I cannot return my jacket and I want to learn how to replace the gasket hehe.

What jacket do you own?
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I was extremely reluctant to get a drysuit, as I've always had issues with latex rubber gloves. If I put on latex gloves, my hands turn red and skin gets itchy, and worse. So, when I got my first drysuit, I was planning on replacing the wrist gaskets, but miraculously, the latex wrist gaskets on my Kokatat (semi)drysuit don't seem to bother my skin.

Anyways, are there silicone rubber wrist gaskets? I seem to recall seeing some when I was thinking that I'd need to replace my wrist gaskets.

Yes, there are silicon wrist gaskets.
I am not experienced.

https://www.sitech.se/products/seals/silicone-wrist.aspx

This was what Kokatat recommended;

Thank you for your interest in Kokatat.
Our semi dry Supernova Angler Suit does not have a latex neck gasket but is does have latex wrist gaskets. While Kokatat does not have alternative materials for our gaskets there are 3rd party latex alternatives on the market that can be used in DIY replacement applications.


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« Last Edit: April 15, 2024, 08:55:06 PM by 123engineering »
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The NRS Champion Jacket comes with neoprene wrist gaskets.  I own one and really like them.
The neoprene gaskets prevents water going to your arms. Not as waterproof as latex but good enough. This me wearing one. https://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?topic=101802.0

https://www.nrs.com/nrs-champion-jacket/pqjk?utm_campaign=shop_comp&utm_source=google&utm_medium=buy_now&utm_term=goog_product_20033.02&utm_campaign=&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwoPOwBhAeEiwAJuXRh2QgkA8wsjiIDg8WDm6X3ZeICCwzJtWEmk86PiMFyGkduBo2wA9kzxoCB0wQAvD_BwE

It's a good looking jacket. Unfortunately I cannot return my jacket and I want to learn how to replace the gasket hehe.

What jacket do you own?

I have a kokotat tempest jacket. I really like the jacket except the latex gasket.
https://youtube.com/channel/UC6mxd4WmuKFxDEozl7vuMzA

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MooMoo Outdoors

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I was extremely reluctant to get a drysuit, as I've always had issues with latex rubber gloves. If I put on latex gloves, my hands turn red and skin gets itchy, and worse. So, when I got my first drysuit, I was planning on replacing the wrist gaskets, but miraculously, the latex wrist gaskets on my Kokatat (semi)drysuit don't seem to bother my skin.

Anyways, are there silicone rubber wrist gaskets? I seem to recall seeing some when I was thinking that I'd need to replace my wrist gaskets.

Yes, there are silicon wrist gaskets.
I am not experienced.

https://www.sitech.se/products/seals/silicone-wrist.aspx

This was what Kokatat recommended;

Thank you for your interest in Kokatat.
Our semi dry Supernova Angler Suit does not have a latex neck gasket but is does have latex wrist gaskets. While Kokatat does not have alternative materials for our gaskets there are 3rd party latex alternatives on the market that can be used in DIY replacement applications.


Paul

I did see the silicone gasket but they are pricey for just the jacket. Maybe I'll try the silicone for my future semi dry suit.
https://youtube.com/channel/UC6mxd4WmuKFxDEozl7vuMzA

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The NRS Champion Jacket comes with neoprene wrist gaskets.  I own one and really like them.
The neoprene gaskets prevents water going to your arms. Not as waterproof as latex but good enough. This me wearing one. https://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?topic=101802.0

https://www.nrs.com/nrs-champion-jacket/pqjk?utm_campaign=shop_comp&utm_source=google&utm_medium=buy_now&utm_term=goog_product_20033.02&utm_campaign=&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwoPOwBhAeEiwAJuXRh2QgkA8wsjiIDg8WDm6X3ZeICCwzJtWEmk86PiMFyGkduBo2wA9kzxoCB0wQAvD_BwE

It's a good looking jacket. Unfortunately I cannot return my jacket and I want to learn how to replace the gasket hehe.

What jacket do you own?

I have a kokotat tempest jacket. I really like the jacket except the latex gasket.

I have a Tempest Jacket too.  I haven't used it since I started using the NRS Champion Jacket, which is IMO  better designed for kayak fishing.
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