Question:
My obo robo kickers are coming apart, could you please tell me what glue to use? The Velcro attaching the forehead cushion pad to to the inside of my helmet, what glue is best for this? Finally, the wrist protector on my left robo glove has come detached from the inside of the glove, what glue is best to stick the Velcro section back on?
Answer:
It sounds like you’re coming apart. Sorry about that, it happens. I’m attaching a link to a tip I did a while ago for repairing splits to kickers:
http://blog.obo.co.nz/2006/11/09/fixing-split-kickers-and-legguards/
Kickers will split with time and use and once they split, glue can only do so much. I’ve had success using Shoe Goo. In addition, zip ties will reinforce any glue bond, especially in kickers where there is alot of stress to the bond.
I’ve had a lot of success using something called Gorilla Glue to fasten velcro to foam. Make sure to follow the directions on the Glue for best results. Surfaces to be glued need to be clean and dry and Gorilla Glue requires pressure so you’ll need a clamp. As a note, don’t overdo it with Gorilla Glue as the glue expands with the bonding process. A little goes a long way.
good luck,
Jon
I use gorilla glue on my leg-guards gloves kickers and helmet it’s a life saver!!!
a friend of mine used a hot glue gun on his legguards. did the job beautifully. just use the low setting if you have one. i know that it can melt some foam but i’m not sure about kicker foam.
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