What to Do With Your Rep Kit

Rep kits are a great way to fix your gear until you can get to the trailhead for a professional repair. The trick is to know what to do when you require it.

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Having the right tools at hand is essential when working in the field. This kit is designed with that in mind. It includes all the hand tools necessary to repair things in the field. The tools are constructed of metal and contain the smallest amount of plastic, so they can be used for a long time. The kit comes with a canvas zippered pouch for the coalcracker's tools, a twist awl, reamer cutting shears and Gimlets (5MM). It also comes with a bottle of coalcracker oil, illustrated instructions, a wooden spool, an reamer, as well as a the twisted awl.

You can order this kit together with a case (prices are listed above), or you can purchase the tools on their own.

Repair Patches

If you've got holes or two in your gear, think about adding adhesive patches to your rep kit. These tough patches have high-performance adhesive that has been applied to a tough polyurethane back that allows a tear to recover under pressure. These patches are available in color or clear versions. They are durable against punctures as well as sun, moisture saltwater, temperature extremes and.

If your kit doesn't include any of the items listed above, you may want to think about adding a waterproof Aquaseal wader sealant. This water-tight glue will adhere to fabrics and metals to create a permanent fix. It's ideal for fixing drysuits and is able to be applied on the job. Let the sealant sit for up to 12 hours for it to cure before utilizing the repaired equipment.

The essential field fabric kit for tents, starter packs and rainwear made from silicone-impregnated nylon. The kit comes with one Clean Tape patch and a sil-nylon repair swatch as well as a 1/4 ounce tube of Gore-Tex Sil-Fix repair adhesive and sealant as well as a brush. Apply patch to clean smooth, flat surface. Allow a minimum 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 shoes and boots can affect adhesion. For the best results, you should make use of Seam Grip alone or with Cotol-240 Cure Accelerator to speed curing up to two hours.

Adhesive patches

These patches are ideal for people who don't want to sit around waiting to get back on the trail. Apply the self-adhesive patch and starter roll it over.

Clean up the area that has been punctured, then apply the tube-scuffer or sandpaper to roughen the surface, which helps glue stick. Apply a thin layer of glue over the patch. Cover the area with a layer that is at a minimum big as the patch. Take a few moments for the glue to dry before pressing the patch down and firmly holding it in the desired position.

This kit includes two adhesive-backed, clear Tenacious Tape fabric repair patches. It also includes one quarter ounce of Seam Grip urethane sealant and repair adhesive. It is perfect for reinforcing damaged sleep bags, rainwear and packs.

Repair Instructions

It's a good idea to keep a repair kit for emergencies in your luggage whenever you travel. You never know when something is going to break down or become damaged and you'll be glad to have the tools to repair it. Rep kits come with all the tools you require to fix your problems all in one place. Each kit includes items picked by Appalachian Bushman School instructors to simplify life outside. Kits include a zippered, canvas coalcraker tool pouch and repair pouch. Items picked by Appalachian Bushman School instructors to make outdoor life easier.