Nikwax is garbage

[IdahoElk]

Just thought I'd warn people to not waste their money on this waterproofing,multiple coats lasted about an hour in the rain before my Crispi's became sponges.If other waterproof coatings cause the rand on these boots to slip then Crispi needs to use a different bonding process.
Just my 2 cents

 

[durangobrad]

sno seal, nixwax makes some awesome products though. Techwash, downwash, etc....

 

[Blockcaver]

Agree with Idaho Elk. Nikwax is the poorest waterproofer on boots of anything I have ever used. As durangobrad does, I use Sno Seal.......bought in a liter or qt size container.

 

[Owenst7]

Obenauf's SuperDuty LP has always worked well for me.

 

[IdahoElk]

Obenauf's SuperDuty LP has always worked well for me.

That's what I've always used and liked BUT Crispi says it will cause the rand on their boots to separate.They need to figure out a better process for gluing their rand to leather.

With Nikwax my boots beaded water for no more than 10min before soaking in,4 hours later of hiking and my feet would have been drier in sandals,Garbage!

 

[bcopley1116]

I have had the same experience with nikwax. After applying a heavy coat it will only bead water for a few minutes. My Crispi boots stay dry but the leather absorbs water. I'm still trying to find something better than nikwax.

 

[bowinhand]

Are you using the liquid or the paste nikwax? I've had good luck with the paste.

 

[Idaho Sandman]

Kenetrek wax won't harm the glue on the rand.

 

[Kotaman]

Obenhaufs will destroy the rand bond. I speak from experience. Lathrop sells a product that will not hurt the rand. (Grangers Paste Wax)

 

[wapitibob]

Grangers

Dont need anything if the boots have goretex, allegedly...

 

[cuerro viejo]

I have had the same experience with nikwax. After applying a heavy coat it will only bead water for a few minutes. My Crispi boots stay dry but the leather absorbs water. I'm still trying to find something better than nikwax.

Grangers makes a DWR spray on. Wet boot out with it, once dry use Grangers paste wax. Hard to beat. I run hanwag yukons, so I don't have room for many mistakes

 

[bcopley1116]

I'm going to try a paste type waterproofer next.

 

[Daniel_M]

X2 on the Kennetrek wax. I put 3 coats on before my sheep hunt. Over 30 miles, multiple river and run off crossings, several days slogging wet vegetation and zero water issues.


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[flatlanderhuffandpuff]

Have any of you used the Crispi waterproofing products? I would hope if there was a potential issue between materials and coatings they would have it figured out.

 

[Akicita]

I am always reluctant to give any advice on leather conditioning on forums as much as I am parenting advice but here I go. . . I will tell you that all my Gore-Tex lined leather boots get a regular washing every week of use with natural Marseille soap and a thorough rinse. If they are suede uppers or a combo of suede and synthetic I will spray a light coat of a reputable DWR and let air dry. If they are tanned leather uppers I will wash regularly with Marseille soap and rinse. I then rub a light coat of a quality all natural bees wax conditioner or natural Bear lard containing no petroleum products and let air dry. After drying I buff with a soft cloth.

I prefer Grangers DWR for suede and synthetic and Hestra Glove Balm or natural Bear lard for tanned leather. The key is to wash regularly and do not dry with a heat source.

 

[Laelkhunter]

Grangers

Dont need anything if the boots have goretex, allegedly...

The leather should still be treated. If not it will absorb water, and the boots will get heavy from the water. Might not be a lot, but it will be noticeable on long hunts with "long walks in the woods".

 

[Beendare]

Agreed, the commercially avail water proofing is practically worthless. My solution for leaky boots from Gore tex failure;
A seam sealer solution....2 weeks in Alaska and so far so good.....
http://www.rokslide.com/forums/diy-gear-modifications/77548-leaky-boots.html

Now if you care what your boots look like...then I can't help you- grin

 

[woodmoose]

Obenhaufs will destroy the rand bond. I speak from experience. Lathrop sells a product that will not hurt the rand. (Grangers Paste Wax)

that may explain the rand issue on a pair of Meindl's I have,,,,,,,hhmmmmm

thanks

 

[jherald]

Obenhaufs will destroy the rand bond. I speak from experience. Lathrop sells a product that will not hurt the rand. (Grangers Paste Wax)

I've used Obenaufs exclusively on my Lowa's and never had issues with the rands, through several pairs. I actually went to Obenaufs because I couldn't find anything that worked like I wanted. Which product were you using? I use the Heavy Duty LP.

 

[TheTone]

I've used Obenaufs on lots of boots over the years including 4 sets of Lowa's without an issue. That said I have heard of others having issues which I can't explain. Maybe I've just gotten lucky?