Seasoning new X17Z canvas

[woodyc]

We took our X17Z out for the first time. We read about "seasoning the canvas". Does anyone take the time to do this and how important is it?

[howlin4you]

I did it on our 23b. I think it was a waste of time. I'd read on here about the seams potentially leaking before it was properly seasoned so I watched them while the bunk ends were being soaked with a garden hose. Not a drop came through anywhere. I did feel better that I did it instead of ignoring it but I really question if it was worth my time.

[go wild]

Yes I did this and my canvas is still watertight after 6 camping seasons. Definitely worth the 10 minutes to spray the canvas and let it dry.

[DocBrown]

Two hybrids in 13 years purchased new and didn't do this on either one. Never an issue, no leaks.

Seasoning was more of a thing with real canvas (not vinyl covered), things like canvas tents, older pop-ups without the vinyl covering. And it was for more than seams, it was for the canvas as well.