I sometimes use a grey camping pad for temporary outfitting, it seems to be closed cell and it's proven to be waterproof.

I glue it with Weldwood contact cement ... the volatile stuff. It's never separated. I don't think it's as durable as neoprene or Minicell unless it's covered with fabric. If you catch an edge it can tear easier.

Check the thread: "Cobble Up Your Own Back Band" for more info.

Ken Blanton

: Someone posted a message a while back concerning the use of the camping pads,
: sold at Wal-Mart, for molding foam seats. It doesn't say "closed
: cell" on the package, but it does say "water proof" NOT
: "water resistant". And it sure would beat the price of
: mini-cell, not to mention the shipping charges!(if it will work)

: Q1: Is this the light blue pads that are being used?

: Q2: What glue are you using to laminate the layers together, as the pads are
: only 1/2" thick?

: Q3: Have you had any problems with the layers separating?

: Q4: How has the pading material held up?

: Any info/advice/tips would be greatly appreciated. TIA.

: Charles