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Iguana · 12-31-2007, 12:40 PM

I just wanted to share a recent discovery of mine that has been really useful.
I was having problems with slippage of my extender and my golf weights so I started looking for some options.
I started to buy some of the silicon sleeves from MonkeyBar or order the supplies to make them myself.
Then I remembered seeing some liquid latex at Hobby Lobby. I picked up a can for about $10 and was pleasantly surprised.

I took a flat glass pan (for baking) and poured a thin layer in the bottom. Placed it on a level surface and let it set up.
I then used a metal ruler and a utility knife to cut it into about 1.5" x 5" strips. Depending on the size of the pan you
should be able to get 4-8 strips per. You may have to play with the thickness. I got best results around 1/8" thick.
The thinner ones tend to break and the thicker ones are too bulky.

Silicone would probably work too. I just used latex because of easy access. If you have a latex allergy you might want to try
silicone instead.

Just place wrap over your self-adhesive bandage.

Great because:

1. The stay in place. (Sticks to itself)
2. Are reusable (Used 1 for several weeks.)
3. Washable. (Just use soap and water)
4. Cheap
5. Works great with extenders.
6. Easy to put on and off

The brand I used was Mold Builder by Castin Craft. I'm sure others would work.
Here's a link if you're interested.

http://www.artmolds.com/category28.cfm

I hope this helps take some of the frustration out of your wrapping!!

Regards,

Iguana

12-31-2007, 12:40 PM	#1 (permalink)
Iguana Moderator Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Lizardia Posts: 522 Rep Power: 2	Latex Wraps I just wanted to share a recent discovery of mine that has been really useful. I was having problems with slippage of my extender and my golf weights so I started looking for some options. I started to buy some of the silicon sleeves from MonkeyBar or order the supplies to make them myself. Then I remembered seeing some liquid latex at Hobby Lobby. I picked up a can for about $10 and was pleasantly surprised. I took a flat glass pan (for baking) and poured a thin layer in the bottom. Placed it on a level surface and let it set up. I then used a metal ruler and a utility knife to cut it into about 1.5" x 5" strips. Depending on the size of the pan you should be able to get 4-8 strips per. You may have to play with the thickness. I got best results around 1/8" thick. The thinner ones tend to break and the thicker ones are too bulky. Silicone would probably work too. I just used latex because of easy access. If you have a latex allergy you might want to try silicone instead. Just place wrap over your self-adhesive bandage. Great because: 1. The stay in place. (Sticks to itself) 2. Are reusable (Used 1 for several weeks.) 3. Washable. (Just use soap and water) 4. Cheap 5. Works great with extenders. 6. Easy to put on and off The brand I used was Mold Builder by Castin Craft. I'm sure others would work. Here's a link if you're interested. http://www.artmolds.com/category28.cfm I hope this helps take some of the frustration out of your wrapping!! Regards, Iguana __________________ May 2006: 5.75" X 4.5" - Now: 7.375" X 4.875" Let me tell you the secret that has led me to my goal: my strength lies solely in my tenacity. Louis Pastueur