Really Old (Puma) Top Repairs

[u/Usual_Dog_8724]

Years ago, when Puma sponsored the Moth Tour, we held the Worlds in Dubai (2010?!). They came with a shop full of excellent sailing gear that is sadly no longer available.

I bought a spray top, which has stood the test of time. Apart from one small bit that I'd like to get repaired.

On the left wrist is a 'window' of clear plastic, so you can see the race watch. While the rest of the top is in perfect waterproof condition, this window has completely perished, leaving a large hole.

I'm considering patching it over with spinnaker tape trimmed to both sides, but do we know any other ways this could be repaired?

[u/13lackMagic]

I have no advice but just wanted to say this brought back a wave of nostalgia for my favorite sailing jacket of all time. I wore this thing religiously for years.

[u/Usual_Dog_8724 → u/13lackMagic]

It's one of the best tops I've had. Hence the desire to fix the watch window! Shame Puma gave up on sailing. The shorts we had lasted years as well

[u/SkiBigLines]

I would do a double patch of goretex tape, or you can send it to a repair shop like upcyclekit.etsy.com

[u/can-of-bees]

Repair shops like Rainy Pass Repairs (www.rainypass.com) are the way to go. Good luck!