Maintaining and repairing your footwear is essential to keep them comfortable, functional, and durable. Whether you have hiking boots, sneakers, or dress shoes, here's a checklist to help you identify and address common repair and maintenance tasks:

Inspection:

• Check for Damage: Inspect the entire shoe, including the upper, sole, heel, and stitching, for any signs of damage or wear.

• Sole Wear: Examine the soles for uneven wear patterns. Uneven wear can indicate alignment issues or overpronation/underpronation.

• Heel Condition: Check the condition of the heel, including any worn-down areas or loose heels.

• Toe Box: Inspect the toe box for creasing or damage, especially in leather shoes.

• Stitching: Look for loose or frayed stitching, particularly

How to use Neoprene Queen adhesive on wetsuits?

Neoprene Queen from Stormsure is a brand of neoprene adhesive that is commonly used for repairing wetsuits. It is a popular choice among divers and surfers, and is designed to create a strong and flexible bond with neoprene materials. It is a waterproof and flexible adhesive that can bond well to neoprene, making it a popular choice for repairing small tears, holes, and other damage in wetsuits and other neoprene products. Neoprene Queen adhesive is typically applied using a brush or spatula.

Why does a wetsuit or drysuit break?

A wetsuit or dry suit can break or become damaged due to a variety of factors, including:

Wear and Tear: Over time, the neoprene material of a wetsuit or dry suit can become worn or damaged due to regular use. This can result in tears or punctures in the material.

Improper Use: Using a wetsuit or dry suit for activities that it is not designed for, such as surfing in shallow water, can cause the material to become damaged more quickly.

Improper Storage: Leaving a wetsuit or dry suit in direct sunlight or in a damp environment can cause the material to degrade over time.

Poor Fit: A wetsuit or dry suit that is too tight or too loose can cause excessive stress on the material, leading to tears or punctures.

Accidents: Accidents or impact from rocks, reef, or other

Main differences between fixing a drysuit vs a Wetsuit

While there are some similarities in repairing drysuits and wetsuits, there are also some important differences to be aware of. Here are the main differences between fixing a drysuit and fixing a wetsuit:

Material: Drysuits and wetsuits are typically made from different materials. Wetsuits are typically made from neoprene, which is a stretchy, insulating material that is also resistant to water. Drysuits, on the other hand, can be made from a variety of materials, including Gore-Tex, rubber, or nylon, and are designed to keep the wearer completely dry.

Seals: Drysuits have specialised seals around the neck, wrists, and ankles that are designed to keep water out. These seals may need to be replaced from time to time, and require a different repair process than repairing a tear or hole in the material itself. In contrast,

Top Tips for Camping Trips 2022

If you’re off on long camping trips or expeditions where your tent will have prolonged use, you need to be prepared. Stormsure has a long and established history of prolonging the life of your existing gear and even improving some new tents and equipment on the market today.

So, for those new to DIY repairs, we’ve put together a quick guide before setting off on your long awaited trip:

• Take a tent that is designed for the specific trip, long or short camping trips. Lightweight backpacking tents are not always suited for long trips.
• Check your clothing and more importantly footwear before leaving and make sure the soles are