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Pad making materials...

Author: Dan Shusta
Date: 2002-12-03 21:49

F.Y.I. I just wanted to mention that I spoke with Jeff, who owns J.L. Smith & Co. this afternoon. I was specifically wondering if he sold backing material for those who wanted to make their own pads. He mentioned that he did and that there was a choice between plastic, hard cardboard, and cork. (I believe you order them by MM sizes.) He then mentioned that they sell felts...and then went on to say that his firm sells EVERYTHING that a person would need to make their own bladder pads. He also related to me that none of this is listed in his catalog.
So, if you've been thinking about making your own pads or just like to experiment (like me), I suggest giving Mark or Jeff a call at 1-800-659-6073. They are nice people with which to do business.
If anyone knows of other firms offering everything a person would need to make their own pads, please don't hesitate to add their names to this posting.

Best regards,

Dan Shusta

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