Matt30 Posted December 10, 2017 Share Posted December 10, 2017 I have always wanted to be able to do my own repairs or mods. However, I've never owned any gear I liked enough to repair, I've just bought new stuff instead. Now I've got some gear I wish to extend the life of. I just don't know where to start when it comes to equipment and materials. What kind of sewing needle do I need? What kind of thread to use? I want to do stuff from adding new landing gear to my pads, to replacing velcro and straps/buckles. Any information to get me started would be greatly appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chenner29 Posted December 10, 2017 Share Posted December 10, 2017 Sewing awl. Very simple to use. It should come with the waxed thread that you can use to get started. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KootenayKeeper Posted December 10, 2017 Share Posted December 10, 2017 +1 on the sewing awl. I've used it to repair my hockey bag and to replace the bindings on my Vaughn pads. The thread winds onto a bobbin in the handle but I've never had much success with it feeding smoothly. Now I just cut off how much thread I need and let it hang loose through the bottom (top?) of the handle. Hope that makes sense. It should once you have one and try using it. It's not complicated but an essential tool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punisher Goalie Posted December 10, 2017 Share Posted December 10, 2017 Yep Speedy Stitcher is a must. I have over 10 years of use on mine and still going strong. If you want to build your own straps and replace Velcro etc, I highly recommend picking up a sewing machine and learning to use it - easy to do via YouTube. I am lucky that my wife has two, including a semi-industrial Singer from the 1950s and have done countless mods for my player and goalie gear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KootenayKeeper Posted December 10, 2017 Share Posted December 10, 2017 I have my mom's old Singer sewing machine from the 60's but I haven't tried using it yet. My 4 sisters all used it through high school for home ec classes. My first project will be to fix the straps on my jock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt30 Posted December 10, 2017 Author Share Posted December 10, 2017 Thanks guys! I do have access to a sewing machine. And I will source a sewing awl in my area. Also, what about shears? Any type better than another? All I have is household scissors and tin snips, I don't think either of them is suitable! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KootenayKeeper Posted December 10, 2017 Share Posted December 10, 2017 I remember my sisters used orange handled Fiskars scissors. And I did a YouTube search for Singer sewing machines. It seems I have the coveted 403 model. Hopefully I got all the parts and accessories. Edit - it's actually the top of the line 401a. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Posted December 13, 2017 Share Posted December 13, 2017 I started (and still use) just a needle and standard thread and a hockey puck to help encourage the needle through thicker materials. I haven’t done any real big mods yet but I’ve gotten by with a needle and thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itis121 Posted December 19, 2017 Share Posted December 19, 2017 Does anybody know where I would me able to order foam for my knee blocks? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cwarnar Posted December 19, 2017 Share Posted December 19, 2017 1 minute ago, itis121 said: Does anybody know where I would me able to order foam for my knee blocks? Amazon or McMaster Carr are popular places. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IPv6Freely Posted December 19, 2017 Share Posted December 19, 2017 5 minutes ago, itis121 said: Does anybody know where I would me able to order foam for my knee blocks? 3 minutes ago, cwarnar said: Amazon or McMaster Carr are popular places. McMaster Carr is amazing. But their site is garbage! You can also get lots of foam types from @Beccaraptor at http://www.protectiveathleticwear.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt30 Posted February 26, 2018 Author Share Posted February 26, 2018 I would like to thank everyone for their help and suggestions. I picked up a speedy stitcher this weekend and was able to make a few needed repairs! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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