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Clothing Repair/Hacks
I figured the Commuters would be the best voice on these forums for clothing hacks. I have a specific question, though I would also love to hear of other hacks that may be useful ‘down the road’…
Someone gave me almost-new winter bib tights (no chamois) and I want to make the shoulder straps a bit longer. They fit good in the leg length, waist, etc.
I was thinking of cutting the strap (where?) and adding 1-2” of additional material from an old pair of cycling shorts, but before I do anything I’ll watch this thread for ideas.
Thanks!
Someone gave me almost-new winter bib tights (no chamois) and I want to make the shoulder straps a bit longer. They fit good in the leg length, waist, etc.
I was thinking of cutting the strap (where?) and adding 1-2” of additional material from an old pair of cycling shorts, but before I do anything I’ll watch this thread for ideas.
Thanks!
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I figured the Commuters would be the best voice on these forums for clothing hacks. I have a specific question, though I would also love to hear of other hacks that may be useful ‘down the road’…
Someone gave me almost-new winter bib tights (no chamois) and I want to make the shoulder straps a bit longer. They fit good in the leg length, waist, etc.
I was thinking of cutting the strap (where?) and adding 1-2” of additional material from an old pair of cycling shorts, but before I do anything I’ll watch this thread for ideas.
Thanks!
Someone gave me almost-new winter bib tights (no chamois) and I want to make the shoulder straps a bit longer. They fit good in the leg length, waist, etc.
I was thinking of cutting the strap (where?) and adding 1-2” of additional material from an old pair of cycling shorts, but before I do anything I’ll watch this thread for ideas.
Thanks!
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One time I got my rain pants torn up in my chain so I taped them back together with Gorilla tape that even matched the pants. This had the added benefit of creating a rigid spot that helps ensure the problem won't happen again.
Waterproof camping spray
The shiny silver inserts really help to keep my feet warmer in the winter.
One time I got my rain pants torn up in my chain so I taped them back together with Gorilla tape that even matched the pants. This had the added benefit of creating a rigid spot that helps ensure the problem won't happen again.
Waterproof camping spray
The shiny silver inserts really help to keep my feet warmer in the winter.
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Someone gave me almost-new winter bib tights (no chamois) and I want to make the shoulder straps a bit longer. They fit good in the leg length, waist, etc.
I was thinking of cutting the strap (where?) and adding 1-2” of additional material from an old pair of cycling shorts, but before I do anything I’ll watch this thread for ideas.
I was thinking of cutting the strap (where?) and adding 1-2” of additional material from an old pair of cycling shorts, but before I do anything I’ll watch this thread for ideas.
The best way to handle lycra seems to be using a wide zig-zag stitch on the sewing machine. That has a little bit of give to match the fabric. Try to keep it down to one pass.