Still no good clay available?

RAG · 02-12-07, 01:37

Has no one decided to fill the void and buy/market elastic clay again?

I really don't want to rehash the experts' consesus here...so I'll make a quick statement of fact - elastic type clay lasts longer and marrs less than the non-elastic counterparts (the only people that argue otherwise didn't get a chance to use the Opti-Clay).

RAG · 02-12-07, 01:39

I guess the issue supposedly stems from a supplier needing to order 10,000 bars at a time. Other than needing to pay automagic a small fee, I don't think the lawsuit is really an issue.

Danase · 02-12-07, 01:39

I think with all of the law suites you won't see any elastic again until the patents run out on Claymagic.

Eliot Ness · 02-12-07, 02:02

I'd say Danase is right, you won't see any new elastic clay until the patent runs out. Autopia still has some bars left if you're willing to pay the price ($22.50):

SmartClay - Premium Car Detail Clay Bar

Danase · 02-12-07, 02:12

I missed your second post since we posted at the same time. I don't think it has to do with the order quantity. I don't even think anyone is making the elastic any longer so who would they even get it from?

TigerMike · 02-12-07, 02:48

I agree that elastic was the way to go, and it's a shame that clay quality in general has taken a downturn because of one company's greed. One of my favorite clays and practically the only kind I used, was elastic and it was the best stuff I had ever used. Clay Magic and the like couldn't hold a candle, IMO. I guess when you're scared that the competition has a superior product, you seek to eliminate the competition, even if it means the consumer loses. Gotta love it

Setec Astronomy · 02-12-07, 03:34

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Originally Posted by TigerMike

I agree that elastic was the way to go, and it's a shame that clay quality in general has taken a downturn because of one company's greed...I guess when you're scared that the competition has a superior product, you seek to eliminate the competition, even if it means the consumer loses. Gotta love it

You're talking about the patent process and a company being able to protect their patented invention. If it was a little guy who was protecting himself against a big conglomerate, would you make the same statement? If this was simply a competition issue, then I might agree with your above statement, but it's not.

r_wain · 02-12-07, 04:08

Well the Detailplus website says they have elastic clay...I have never used it so I can't say weather it is good or not but I seen it there.

Pennypacker · 02-12-07, 07:26

Has anyone tried the Wolfgang Clay? It says it's "elastic" FWIW.

Abrasive1 · 02-12-07, 07:33

Where does Schlegel Gray Ghost clay fit in? Is it any good? Its a bit hard to work with unless its really warm, but seems to work well. It holds up well to car wash/water solution for lube.

David Fermani · 02-12-07, 07:34

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Originally Posted by RAG

I really don't want to rehash the experts' consesus here...so I'll make a quick statement of fact - elastic type clay lasts longer and marrs less than the non-elastic counterparts

I'm not sure what your doing when you clay, but Auto Magic blue clay doesn't marr the finish when used properly. Your not giving factual accurate information.

velobard · 02-12-07, 07:51

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Originally Posted by Eliot Ness

I'd say Danase is right, you won't see any new elastic clay until the patent runs out. Autopia still has some bars left if you're willing to pay the price ($22.50):

SmartClay - Premium Car Detail Clay Bar

Anyone know what size the SmartClay bar is?