What to Do With Your Rep Kit

Rep kits are a great method of repairing your gear until you can get to the trailhead to have it repaired professionally. The challenge is knowing what to do with it when you need it.

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Tools

It is essential to have the right tools on to hand when out in the field. This avon starter kit 2023 uk was developed with this in mind, Rep Kit and includes all of the basic hand tools needed for repairing items on the field. The tools are all made of metal and feature minimal plastic so they can be used for a long time. The kit includes a zippered canvas pouch for the coalcracker tools, a twist awl, reamer cutting shears and Gimlets (5MM). It also comes with a bottle of coalcracker oil, illustrated directions and a wooden spool a reamer, and twist awl.

You can purchase this kit along with a case (prices are listed above), or you can purchase the tools alone.

Repair Patches

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

If your kit doesn't include any of the above items it is possible to consider adding a water-proof Aquaseal wader sealant. This water-tight adhesive can be bonded to metals and fabrics for a permanent fix. This is ideal for repairs to drysuits, and can be utilized in the field. It can take up to 12 hours to set before utilizing the repaired equipment.

The most essential field fabric repair kit for nylon tents impregnated with silicone, packs, rainwear and more. It includes one Clean Tape patch and a sil-nylon repair sample, plus a 1/4 ounce tube of Gore-Tex Silfix repair adhesive, sealant and brush. Apply patch to a clean smooth, smooth surface. Allow at least 1/2 inch overlap. Remove the release paper from the patch surface and rub adhesive using moderate pressure (adhesive side up).

Surface preparation is crucial for successful repairs. Oils on boots or shoes sunblocks or solvents like Acetone can affect adhesion. To get the best results, use Seam Grip alone or with Cotol-240 Cure Accelerator to speed curing to two hours.

Adhesive patches

If you're on the trail and do not have the time to make complete vulcanising repairs the patches that are self-adhesive will get you back in the saddle quickly and without waiting. Apply the self-adhesive patch and roll it over.

Utilize the tube-scuffer to roughen the surface. This will aid the glue stick. Spread a thin layer on the patch. Cover the area with a layer that is at least large as the patch. Let the glue become tacky and then apply the patch with force and secure it.

This kit comes with two adhesive-backed, clear Tenacious Tape pressure sensitive fabric repair patches and a 1/8 ounce tube of Seam Grip urethane repair adhesive & sealant. Ideal for strengthening damaged tents, sleeping bags rainwear, backpacks, and boots.

Repair Instructions

A kit for emergency repairs on hand when you travel is a smart idea to carry an emergency repair kit with you when traveling. You don't know when a device may fail or be damaged. It's best to have the tools to fix it. Rep kits come with all the tools required to make repairs in one place. Each kit contains items that are selected by Appalachian Bushman School teachers to help you out in the field. Kits include a zip-up canvas coalcraker repair and tool pouch cutting shears, twisted awl, small gimlet (5MM) wooden spool with sinue, bonded nylon thread, glass vial with needles, and coalcraker gear oil.