Slingshot band rot

[CleverName]

I have two wrist rockets, that I put new bands on about 3 months ago. They havnt been used in about 2 months and are already starting to show signs of rot on the bands. ANyone have any tips for preserving power bands and preventing rot?

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[halmbarte]

Store them under nitrogen in a cool environment.

Or don't use latex.

H

 

[darkminstrel]

I've got about 4 of them sitting around. Had one out on the back porch through winter and spring, works just fine and not showing signs of cracking. Cheap rubber maybe?

 

[salmonriverjohn]

Was it left in the sunlight?

 

[CleverName]

Nope, just hanging up in the garage. Perhaps temperature changes effected them?

 

[cetme]

i would get some medical grade tubing.strange problem you have.ive had wristrockets with the factory rubber last over 5 years!

 

[9mmMike]

I carry one in my car. Use it to launch treats into the river for my dog. Use it often and the "Daisey" brand have lasted about 2 years before they start to tear right at thee end of the metal handle where they slide on.

 

[salmonriverjohn]

Imagine one of the things breaking at full stretch and heading for your eye!

 

[bruzer]

Funny how the world works. I bought new bands for my Diablo last week. It has sat for years without any and I ran across some at Bi-Mart. No idea how good they are but for $3.99 I don't know what to expect.
Mike