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Gear Aid Zipper Lubricant
$3.00
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SKU: gear-aid-zipper-lubricant
Overview
This lubricant is meant for keeping airtight zippers operating smoothly on the Cargo Fly, Bow Bag, and zippered internal dry bags. It is applied with a soft rag rather than directly to the zipper, helping clean away dust and dirt while restoring easy operation when zippers start to feel dry or difficult to move. The compact 4.5g tube is sized for field or camp storage and is described as enough for a season of regular use. It is a practical maintenance item for hunters who rely on sealed storage and want to stay ahead of zipper wear without carrying extra bulk.
Why Hunters Choose the Gear Aid
Maintaining Restoring
Airtight zippers on compatible gear
Works Cargo
Cargo Fly, Bow Bag, and
Compact 4.5g
Tube is easy to pack
Enough Lubricant
Included for a season of
Simple Application
A soft rag helps control
Key Features
- Lubricant for maintaining and restoring airtight zippers in Cargo Fly, Bow Bag, and zippered internal dry bags.
- 4.5g size is about the size of a large tube of lip balm.
- Provides enough lubricant for a season of heavy use.
- Apply with a soft rag while cleaning dust and dirt from Cargo Fly Ti-Zips.
- Use on Bow Bag and Dry Bag zippers when they are dry or difficult to operate.
- Designed to leave zippers running smooth with no visible excess lubricant.
Best Used For
- Hunters maintaining Cargo Fly Ti-Zips that need routine zipper lubrication during regular use.
- Bow Bag owners wanting a simple maintenance item for airtight zipper operation.
- Users of zippered internal dry bags needing periodic lubrication when zippers feel dry or difficult.
- Field users who prefer a small, season-long supply for zipper upkeep and cleaning.
Specifications
| Compatible With | Cargo Fly, Bow Bag, zippered internal dry bags |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Zipper lubricant |
| Size | 4.5g |
| Usage Instructions | Apply to a soft rag and work into the outside of the zipper; for Bow Bag and dry bag zippers, lightly wipe down the zipper chain and docking area |
Pros
- Designed for maintaining and restoring airtight zippers on compatible gear
- Works with Cargo Fly, Bow Bag, and zippered internal dry bags
- Compact 4.5g tube is easy to pack and carry
- Enough lubricant included for a season of heavy use
- Simple application with a soft rag helps control excess lubricant
Considerations & Trade-offs
- The 4.5g tube is compact, but it is a maintenance item rather than a one-time fix, so regular reapplication may be needed during use.
- Application is specific: the instructions call for using a soft rag and avoiding direct application to the zipper teeth, which adds a small step to the process.
- It is intended for airtight zippers in Cargo Fly, Bow Bag, and zippered internal dry bags, so its use is narrower than a general-purpose zipper lubricant.
- The included amount is described as lasting about a season of regular use for Cargo Fly Ti-Zips, so frequent users may want a backup on hand.
Suggested Comparisons
- Zipper maintenance accessories
- Dry bag care products
- Gear repair and maintenance supplies
- Waterproof zipper lubricants
Suggested Accessories
- Zipper cleaning cloth
- Dry bag accessory kit
- Replacement zipper lubricant
- Pack maintenance kit
Frequently Asked Questions
What zippers is this lubricant meant for?
It is described for maintaining and restoring the airtight zippers in the Cargo Fly, the Bow Bag, and zippered internal dry bags.
How much lubricant comes in the tube?
The size is 4.5g, which the description says is about the size of a large tube of lip balm.
How should it be applied to Cargo Fly Ti-Zips?
Apply it to a soft rag, such as t-shirt material, work it into the outside of the zipper while cleaning out dust and dirt, then add lubricant along the zipper teeth with the rag. Do not apply it directly to the zipper teeth.
How should it be applied to Bow Bag and Dry Bag zippers?
Apply it to a soft rag and lightly wipe down the zipper chain and docking area. The zipper should run smooth with no excess visible lubricant.
How often does it need to be used?
For Cargo Fly Ti-Zips, the description says to repeat every time you open and close the zipper. For Bow Bag and Dry Bag zippers, lubricate any time the zipper is dry or difficult to operate.