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Rash from hydration pack straps
On Sun, 28 Sep 2014 07:47:26 -0700, Joerg
wrote: http://usa.zefal.com/hydrationpacks/ I have the blue 2L version. There is no tag but it feels like the material that modern duffel bags are made from and between the outer material and the mesh there is some sort of foam to buffer the load. That would be nylon material over urethane foam. Nylon by itself isn't usually allergenic, but might have some bactericide or fungicide mixed into the material that's causing problem. Offhand, I would guess it's the underlying rubber: http://latexallergyresources.org/articles/cotton-nylon-spandex-and-allergies#nylon http://latexallergyresources.org/articles/cotton-nylon-spandex-and-allergies#cotton I kept the glossy cardboard tag that came with it but it doesn't say either. But ... good point, I could write to them and ask. Ask them what it's made from and what treatment it has been subjected to: http://usa.zefal.com/contactandservice/ If the thick cotton wrap gets soaked with perspiration, then there might be something soluble in the straps that is producing an allergic reaction. To give the pads some liquid isolation, try trapping the pads in cellophane wrap and then bury them under a layer of thick cotton. That is a good idea. It should show whether the problem is allergic or abrasion. Since the rash covers almost all points of contact with the straps, I would guess(tm) it's an allergic reaction. Abrasion requires an abrasive, which under the cotton t-shirt, is unlikely. Get an all cotton baby carrier: http://www.amazon.com/Carrier-Comfort-Backpack-Fashion-Adjustable/dp/B00EY8PV1W Turn it around backwards, hang it on your back, insert water bag, add plumbing, and you're done. This sort of all cotton would shred within very few rides. I often go on trails that are overgrown. So my backpack, my clothing and unfortunately my arms and legs get scraped like the sides of well-worn offroad vehicles. But the straps might work. Try it for one ride. The baby carrier is cheap enough. Just make sure it's all cotton. If it works, you have most of the cause and part of the solution. If you can run a sewing machine, make your own cotton straps and padded covers. I have cotton padding on the straps right now it but doesn't help much. If you're transferring sweat through the t-shirt and pads, and then back again, it might be carrying some chemical with it that's causing the rash. Try the cellophane trick. Thanks, got it bookmarked. Currently I am using Aloe Vera Cool & Fresh creme from CVS. Sigh. Such creams cool by evaporation. Smear some on a glass plate, warm the plate to skin temperature, and watch it disappear. When they claim that it "penetrates" the skin, they're lying: http://humantouchofchemistry.com/why-cold-cream-is-so-cool-to-touch.htm Try something containing hydrocortisone instead: http://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-10402/hydrocortisone-top/details -- Jeff Liebermann 150 Felker St #D http://www.LearnByDestroying.com Santa Cruz CA 95060 http://802.11junk.com Skype: JeffLiebermann AE6KS 831-336-2558 |
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Rash from hydration pack straps
Jeff Liebermann wrote:
On Sun, 28 Sep 2014 07:47:26 -0700, Joerg wrote: http://usa.zefal.com/hydrationpacks/ I have the blue 2L version. There is no tag but it feels like the material that modern duffel bags are made from and between the outer material and the mesh there is some sort of foam to buffer the load. That would be nylon material over urethane foam. Nylon by itself isn't usually allergenic, but might have some bactericide or fungicide mixed into the material that's causing problem. Offhand, I would guess it's the underlying rubber: http://latexallergyresources.org/articles/cotton-nylon-spandex-and-allergies#nylon http://latexallergyresources.org/articles/cotton-nylon-spandex-and-allergies#cotton I don't have a Latex allergy but any clothing that contacts my skin and is 15-20% artificial fiber material gives me itches and sometimes rashes. Cotton and other natural stuff never doesn't. I kept the glossy cardboard tag that came with it but it doesn't say either. But ... good point, I could write to them and ask. Ask them what it's made from and what treatment it has been subjected to: http://usa.zefal.com/contactandservice/ I wrote to them this morning. Let's see. If the thick cotton wrap gets soaked with perspiration, then there might be something soluble in the straps that is producing an allergic reaction. To give the pads some liquid isolation, try trapping the pads in cellophane wrap and then bury them under a layer of thick cotton. That is a good idea. It should show whether the problem is allergic or abrasion. Since the rash covers almost all points of contact with the straps, I would guess(tm) it's an allergic reaction. Abrasion requires an abrasive, which under the cotton t-shirt, is unlikely. My guess as well. So covering should help. Get an all cotton baby carrier: http://www.amazon.com/Carrier-Comfort-Backpack-Fashion-Adjustable/dp/B00EY8PV1W Turn it around backwards, hang it on your back, insert water bag, add plumbing, and you're done. This sort of all cotton would shred within very few rides. I often go on trails that are overgrown. So my backpack, my clothing and unfortunately my arms and legs get scraped like the sides of well-worn offroad vehicles. But the straps might work. Try it for one ride. The baby carrier is cheap enough. Just make sure it's all cotton. If it works, you have most of the cause and part of the solution. I also have an old German mountain-climber pack, about 50 years old. All natural materials so maybe I just wear that for a ride. It'll look funny, a guy on a new-age MTB wearing a caveman-style backpack. It even has leather holders for a shovel and a pick-axe. If you can run a sewing machine, make your own cotton straps and padded covers. I have cotton padding on the straps right now it but doesn't help much. If you're transferring sweat through the t-shirt and pads, and then back again, it might be carrying some chemical with it that's causing the rash. Try the cellophane trick. I will. But my parade rained out today :-( OTOH that's good news because it'll snuff out much of the King Fire and California needs rain badly. Thanks, got it bookmarked. Currently I am using Aloe Vera Cool & Fresh creme from CVS. Sigh. Such creams cool by evaporation. Smear some on a glass plate, warm the plate to skin temperature, and watch it disappear. When they claim that it "penetrates" the skin, they're lying: http://humantouchofchemistry.com/why-cold-cream-is-so-cool-to-touch.htm Try something containing hydrocortisone instead: http://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-10402/hydrocortisone-top/details Aloe Vera cream helps me a lot. It works well. I need mostly because I ride trails that are overgrown so I always have scratches and bruises. It's the price to pay for being able to almost totally get away from civilization and into really pristine areas. -- Regards, Joerg http://www.analogconsultants.com/ |
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Rash from hydration pack straps
On Sun, 28 Sep 2014 12:53:45 -0700, Joerg
wrote: I don't have a Latex allergy but any clothing that contacts my skin and is 15-20% artificial fiber material gives me itches and sometimes rashes. Cotton and other natural stuff never doesn't. I don't know much about the topic, but I did find this interesting article on chemicals found in clothing: http://www.totalhealthmagazine.com/articles/allergies-asthma/consumers-beware-toxins-lurking-in-your-clothing.html You might want to test which one's are giving you problems (i.e. teflon, formaldehyde, TDBPP (brominated tris), partially cured plasticizer, etc). I also have an old German mountain-climber pack, about 50 years old. All natural materials so maybe I just wear that for a ride. It'll look funny, a guy on a new-age MTB wearing a caveman-style backpack. It even has leather holders for a shovel and a pick-axe. Post a photo. This should be interesting. I have my circa 1960's IDF (Israel Defense Forces) canvas cotton rucksack somewhere that might also work. Look around for stuff made from canvas (and watch out for polyester thread). I will. But my parade rained out today :-( No rain in Santa Cruz County yet. It might rain if I uncover my wood pile or think about washing my car. Probably won't happen as the weather radar shows the rain piled up against the Yosemite side of the central valley: http://radar.weather.gov/radar.php?rid=hnx&product=N0R&overlay=11101111&loo p=no Oh well. -- Jeff Liebermann 150 Felker St #D http://www.LearnByDestroying.com Santa Cruz CA 95060 http://802.11junk.com Skype: JeffLiebermann AE6KS 831-336-2558 |
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Rash from hydration pack straps
On 29/09/14 02:56, Jeff Liebermann wrote:
On Sun, 28 Sep 2014 07:47:26 -0700, Joerg wrote: http://usa.zefal.com/hydrationpacks/ I have the blue 2L version. There is no tag but it feels like the material that modern duffel bags are made from and between the outer material and the mesh there is some sort of foam to buffer the load. That would be nylon material over urethane foam. Nylon by itself isn't usually allergenic, but might have some bactericide or fungicide mixed into the material that's causing problem. Offhand, I would guess it's the underlying rubber: http://latexallergyresources.org/articles/cotton-nylon-spandex-and-allergies#nylon http://latexallergyresources.org/articles/cotton-nylon-spandex-and-allergies#cotton It could be just a heat rash. -- JS |
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Rash from hydration pack straps
Jeff Liebermann wrote:
On Sun, 28 Sep 2014 12:53:45 -0700, Joerg wrote: I don't have a Latex allergy but any clothing that contacts my skin and is 15-20% artificial fiber material gives me itches and sometimes rashes. Cotton and other natural stuff never doesn't. I don't know much about the topic, but I did find this interesting article on chemicals found in clothing: http://www.totalhealthmagazine.com/articles/allergies-asthma/consumers-beware-toxins-lurking-in-your-clothing.html You might want to test which one's are giving you problems (i.e. teflon, formaldehyde, TDBPP (brominated tris), partially cured plasticizer, etc). In the end it doesn't matter since the pack is what it is. I just have to find a solution that makes the rash go away, or better yet, not appear. I also have an old German mountain-climber pack, about 50 years old. All natural materials so maybe I just wear that for a ride. It'll look funny, a guy on a new-age MTB wearing a caveman-style backpack. It even has leather holders for a shovel and a pick-axe. Post a photo. This should be interesting. I have my circa 1960's IDF (Israel Defense Forces) canvas cotton rucksack somewhere that might also work. Look around for stuff made from canvas (and watch out for polyester thread). Got to dig it out first, it's used as a carrier for seldomly used tools. All canvas, they didn't use any polyester back then. I will. But my parade rained out today :-( No rain in Santa Cruz County yet. It might rain if I uncover my wood pile or think about washing my car. Probably won't happen as the weather radar shows the rain piled up against the Yosemite side of the central valley: http://radar.weather.gov/radar.php?rid=hnx&product=N0R&overlay=11101111&loo p=no Oh well. It stopped so I got 2-1/2h or road bike riding in. About 3mi of it off pavement. I am amazed what those Gatorskins tolerate. -- Regards, Joerg http://www.analogconsultants.com/ |
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Rash from hydration pack straps
James wrote:
On 29/09/14 02:56, Jeff Liebermann wrote: On Sun, 28 Sep 2014 07:47:26 -0700, Joerg wrote: http://usa.zefal.com/hydrationpacks/ I have the blue 2L version. There is no tag but it feels like the material that modern duffel bags are made from and between the outer material and the mesh there is some sort of foam to buffer the load. That would be nylon material over urethane foam. Nylon by itself isn't usually allergenic, but might have some bactericide or fungicide mixed into the material that's causing problem. Offhand, I would guess it's the underlying rubber: http://latexallergyresources.org/articles/cotton-nylon-spandex-and-allergies#nylon http://latexallergyresources.org/articles/cotton-nylon-spandex-and-allergies#cotton It could be just a heat rash. Except it also happens in colder weather. -- Regards, Joerg http://www.analogconsultants.com/ |
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Rash from hydration pack straps
On 9/28/2014 3:53 PM, Joerg wrote:
I also have an old German mountain-climber pack, about 50 years old. All natural materials so maybe I just wear that for a ride. It'll look funny, a guy on a new-age MTB wearing a caveman-style backpack. It even has leather holders for a shovel and a pick-axe. According to your descriptions of your commuting route, those could come in handy! ;-) -- - Frank Krygowski |
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Rash from hydration pack straps
Joerg wrote:
:James wrote: : On 29/09/14 02:56, Jeff Liebermann wrote: : On Sun, 28 Sep 2014 07:47:26 -0700, Joerg : wrote: : : http://usa.zefal.com/hydrationpacks/ : I have the blue 2L version. : : There is no tag but it feels like the material that modern duffel bags : are made from and between the outer material and the mesh there is some : sort of foam to buffer the load. : : That would be nylon material over urethane foam. : : Nylon by itself isn't usually allergenic, but might have some : bactericide or fungicide mixed into the material that's causing : problem. Offhand, I would guess it's the underlying rubber: : http://latexallergyresources.org/articles/cotton-nylon-spandex-and-allergies#nylon : : http://latexallergyresources.org/articles/cotton-nylon-spandex-and-allergies#cotton : : : : It could be just a heat rash. : :Except it also happens in colder weather. Yeah, so? It's happening under the straps, right? You sweat there, and straps can cause the irriitation, and can block the sweat glands, which is what causes pricly heat. Try an antiperspirant on the parts effected. -- There's nothing sadder than an ontologist without an ontogenesis. -- some guy with a beard |
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Rash from hydration pack straps
J, the liquids don't go IN the frame.
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Rash from hydration pack straps
Lieb, invent a device turns urine into Perrier
like a SteriPen batter, do a video. It'll 'go viral' ! |
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