What to Do With Your Rep Kit

Rep kit is an excellent method of fixing your equipment until you reach the trailhead and get it fixed professionally. The important thing is to know what to do when you require it.

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It is essential to have the right tools at the go when you are in the field. This kit was designed with this in mind, and contains all of the basic hand tools required for repairs on the field. The tools are made from metal with minimal plastic to ensure they can withstand Rep Kit use. The kit includes the coalcracker tool, a canvas zippered pouch with awl, reamer, twisted cutting shears and Gimlet (5MM) sinue spool made of wood, an oil bottle for the coalcracker tool oil, and a set of illustrated instructions.

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

Repair Patches

If you've got a hole or two in your gear, you might want to consider adding some adhesive patches to your rep avon kit. These tough patches feature a high-performance glue pre-applied on a durable polyurethane back that allows a tear caused by pressure to recover. The patches are available in clear or colored versions and ensure durability against punctures, as well as moisture, sunlight and extreme temperatures.

If your kit does not contain any of the above products, consider adding a bag of waterproof Aquaseal wader repair sealant. This water-tight glue will adhere to metals and fabrics to provide permanent repair. It's perfect for repairing drysuits and is able to be applied while in the field. Let the sealant sit for up to 12 hours for it to cure before you can use your repaired equipment.

The essential field fabric repair kit for nylon tents that have silicone impregnated packs, rainwear, and more. Includes one Clean Tape patch and a repair swatch of sil-nylon, plus a 1/4 ounce tube of Goretex Sil-Fix repair adhesive, sealant and brush. Apply patch to clean, flat surface. Allow at least 1/2 inch overlap. Remove the release paper and rub adhesive side down using a gentle pressure.

Surface preparation is crucial for successful repairs. Sunblock, acetone, or oils on boots and shoes could affect adhesion. Make use of Seam Grip with Cotol 240 Cure Accelerator to achieve the best results.

Adhesive patches

These patches are ideal for rep kit people who don't want to sit around waiting to get back on the trail. Apply the self-adhesive patch then apply it by rolling it around.

Utilize the tube-scuffer to roughen the surface. This will aid the glue stick. Then, spread a thin layer of glue on the patch to cover an area that is at least as big as the patch. Allow the glue to become tacky and then apply the patch with force and secure it.

This kit contains two clear, adhesive-backed Tenacious Tape pressure sensitive fabric repair patches and a 1/4 ounce tube of Seam Grip urethane repair adhesive & sealant. It is ideal for reinforcing damaged sleeping bags, rainwear and other packs.

Repair Instructions

A kit for emergency repairs on hand when you travel is a good idea to carry an emergency repair kit with you when traveling. You never know when a device will malfunction or become damaged. It's best to have the tools to fix it. Rep kits are designed to hold all the items you need in one place to make repairs. Each kit contains items hand selected by Appalachian Bushman School instructors to help you get around more easily. Kits include a canvas with a zippered repair and tool pouch, cutting shears, twisted awl, the gimlet (5MM), wooden spool with sinue thread, bonded nylon, glass vial with needles, and coalcracker gear oil.