How to Repair a Broken/Cracked Soccer Shin Pad

Introduction

Soccer shin pads can break easily, both in games and accidental. Many soccer players just throw them away and spend their money on buying a new one. This guide shows that it is easily possible to repair your broken/cracked shin pad, and therefore unnecessary to spend your money on a new one.

Follow these basic instructions to properly repair your broken/cracked soccer shin pad.

What you need

Step 1 How to Repair a Broken/Cracked Soccer Shin Pad

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Start by properly cleaning the dirt off the soccer shin pad with a coarse brush.
Be sure to clear any dust from inside the crack as well, as any dirt left inside can interfere with the bonding agent

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Step 2

Put one clamp on either side of the crack.

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Step 3

Align the clamps so that there are no spaces throughout the crack.

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Step 4

Make sure clamps are aligned with the crack before you apply the resin solution
Apply the resin solution onto the crack, being sure to fully cover the crack on both sides.
Let the solution dry for at least 30 minutes.
But we suggest leaving the shin pad out for 24 hours for best results.