What to Do With Your Rep Kit

Rep kits are an excellent method of fixing up your gear until you can get to the trailhead to have it repaired professionally. The problem is knowing what to do with it when you require it.

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Being equipped with the right tools is essential when you are in the field. This kit was created with this in mind, Avon Kick Start and contains all of the hand tools essential to repair items in the field. The tools are all made of metal and have only a small amount of plastic to endure the use. The welcome kit includes an afghan-like pouch with zippered for the coalcracker tools, a twist awl, reamer cutting shears and gimlets (5MM). It also comes with a bottle of coalcracker oil, Avon kick start illustrated directions and a wooden spool an reamer, and a twist Awl.

You can select a case for this kit (case pricing as shown above) or order the tools by themselves.

Repair Patches

If you've a hole or two in your gears, consider adding some adhesive patches to your rep kit. These patches are made of high-performance glue pre-applied on a tough polyurethane backing that allows a tear under pressure to heal. These patches are available in colors or clear versions and ensure durability against punctures, as well as sun, moisture as well as extreme temperatures and saltwater.

If your kit does not include any of the items listed above you might want to think about adding a waterproof Aquaseal wader sealant. This water-tight glue will adhere to metals and fabrics for an unbreakable fix. This glue is ideal for repairing drysuits and can also be used in the field. Allow the sealant to dry for up to 12 hours prior applying the repaired gear.

The most essential field fabric repair kit for nylon tents that have silicone impregnated, packs, rainwear and more. The kit comes with one Clean Tape patch and a sil-nylon repair swatch along with a 1/4-ounce tube of Goretex Sil-Fix repair adhesive, sealant and brush. To use, apply patch on a smooth, clean surface of the damaged area, with a minimum of 1/2 inch overlap. Remove the release paper from the patch surface and rub the adhesive with moderate finger pressure (adhesive side facing down).

Surface preparation is essential to successful repairs. Sunblock, acetone, or oils on boots and shoes can cause adhesion issues. For the best results, make use of Seam Grip alone or with Cotol-240 Cure Accelerator to speed the curing process to 2 hours.

Adhesive patches

If you're out on the trail but don't have the time for complete vulcanising repairs These patches will get you back in the saddle with no hassle. Simply roughen the tube with the included scraper, apply one of the self-adhesive patches, and apply it to the tube.

Clean the punctured area thoroughly Then, apply the tube-scuffer, or sandpaper to roughen the surface which helps glue stick. Then, spread a thin layer of glue on the patch that covers an area at least as big as the patch. Let the glue get tacky, then apply the patch with force and secure it.

This kit includes two adhesive-backed, clear Tenacious Tape pressure sensitive fabric repair patches and a 1/4 ounce tube of Seam Grip urethane repair adhesive and sealant. Perfect for reinforcing damaged sleeping bags, rainwear and backpacks.

Repair Instructions

It's a good idea to keep a repair kit for emergencies in your luggage whenever you travel. You don't know when something is going to fail or get damaged, and you'll be glad that you have the tools to repair it. Rep kits are designed to have all the items you need in one place to make repairs. Each welcome kit is packed with items picked by Appalachian Bushman School teachers to make life easier outside. Kits include a zippered, canvas tool pouch for coalcrakers and a repair pouch. Items selected by Appalachian Bushman School instructors to make outdoor life easier.