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Bikes: 1973 Mercian Pro, 1972-73 Peugeot Track, 1983 Lotus Competition, Early 1970s Bottecchia Pro/Giro, 2000 Bob Jackson Special Tourist, 2011 Rivendell A. Homer Hilsen; 1996 Franklin custom

Is it possible to "re"-waterproof rain gear?

So, would any of the available spray on fabric "waterproofing" solutions revive an otherwise virtually completely shot rain suit? Anyone tried them, and if so what was the result?

I've got a new rain suit, so all's well.

But earlier this year my previously trusty Performance rain suit completely failed on a cool rainy morning commute. It was at least 10 years old, and I surmise it had been washed one too many times, and maybe even washed improperly.

Not sure what to do with it. Although no longer waterproof, it still acts as a great moisture barrier for my sweat. Hoping an $8 bottle of spray will give me a spare rain suit--probably dreaming?
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