The Zerust Winter Checklist, Part 1

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Ok. Here we are Dear Z-lings, the end of September, and Summer 2017 is now just another page in the history books.

We hate to be the harbingers of bad news, but you knew this was coming. Winter! We warned you, right here, in previous Blog posts. “It’ll be here before you know it,” we said. And now just look at it. Fast approaching. But just like everything else in life, when one door closes, another door opens.

Now’s the time to get your house in order and prepare for the Fall and Winter months as they barrel on down the road of time.

Whether it’s storing your bike or motorcycle in the garage for the winter, protecting your A/C outdoor central air unit from the elements, or keeping your firearms fit for hunting season – once again, Zerust has you covered, literally.

Here are just a handful of examples of how Zerust is looking out for you this Fall and Winter:

The Zerust Air Condition Cover
Pretty soon the elements will be barreling down on your outdoor Central Air Unit. Show it a little love. Keep it safe and sound and nice and snug with a Zerust Air Condition Cover.

2. Zerust Skate Guard Covers
Before you know it, we’ll all be saying, “Christmas time is Here Again” & “Happy Holidays”! You’re going to need to keep your skates sharp for plenty of winter frolic.

Pretty soon the annual tree lighting ceremony will be taking place in a downtown or city square near you. There’s sure to be an ice rink as part of the festivities. It’s customary. Get in there and get your skate on! And when you’re done, keep them clean with the ever-cozy Zerust Skate Guard Covers.

3. Zerust VCI Rifle Bag
For many around the country this time of year, hunting season is upon us. Keep your firearms snug with the Zerust VCI Rifle Bag. Simple to use. Easy to carry. No muss. No fuss. Here it is!

4. Zerust Bicycle Covers
You can try to take your bike out on cold and windy, snowy days. But c’mon. Let’s face it. Be realistic. You know it’s not gonna work out. Best to store it with a Zerust Bicycle Cover. Makes a great holiday gift too.

So there you go, dear Z-Lings: Four fine solutions to help you brave the winter months courtesy of your friends at Zerust. Be safe out there this Fall and Winter season. And remember, don’t let it turn to dust. Turn to Zerust! We make the rust go away, year-round.

-Michael J. Miller for Zerust

Keeping the Blues Alive and Rust Free:

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For this month’s installment of the Z-HQ Workbench, dear Z-lings, we’re going to take a step back and feature a little feedback from one of our new customers. This next message comes from Ben Kilbane, of Chicago, Illinois. Ben is a blues musician who collects vintage musical instruments for a hobby. He’s the owner of some extraordinarily rare, vintage gear and he’s always looking for ways to better preserve his investments. Ben writes:

Dear Zerust,

I’m a blues musician here in Chicago, Illinois, a guitarist mainly. I own a number of rare, vintage guitars, and my favorite is a 1962 Fender Telecaster. [This is the one with the vintage saddle and bridge. It’s a beautiful, classic guitar just like the one Steve Cropper used during his time with Booker T. & The MG’s. Y’know the one, “Green Onions”? “Slim Jenkins Place” “Hip Hug-Her”?]  It’s my main axe, and it’s been around a long time – over fifty years rocking the world. Naturally I want to ensure that it last another fifty years or more – for my children, and, god willing, their children too.

To be sure, this old Telecaster [I call her Thea by the way] takes a beating. I gig out regularly, so old Thea submits to a lot of blood, sweat, and the occasional tear depending on how hot my band is playing that night. You name it. I towel her off after every show, but it’s not enough. The old vintage saddle can only be cleaned so much. What I’ve found is that no matter how much TLC I give it, there’s still a bit of rust build up around the hardware. Drives me crazy. I keep it cloaked with a clean, dry towel when it’s inside the case. But I’ve discovered over the years that’s not enough either.

I needed to find a newer, more stealth solution to keep it from rusting. So I went on the lookout. Fortunately a friend of mine who’s a mechanic and swears by your products [he keeps a Vapor Capsule  in every one of his toolboxes] tipped me off and suggested I put a Vapor capsule inside my guitar case alongside old “Thea the Tele”. I figure what the heck? It can’t hurt.

So I went to my local hardware store and bought a whole bundle, one for each of my guitars in fact. Now I’ve got one inside every guitar case alongside every guitar in my collection. I’ll keep you posted as to how things turn out.

Thank you, Ben, for getting in touch with us here at Zerust. And thank you for giving our Vapor Capsules a shot. Although, traditionally, we’ve been known more among people like your good friend, the mechanic, we’re happy to bring our rust protection technology and products to the world of music. We’re confident we can help with the preservation of your classic instruments.

Lastly, we look forward to hearing from you with updates on how our Vapor Capsules are helping to keep the blues alive in Chicago, and your vintage gear in tip top shape!

-Michael J. Miller for Zerust