What to Do With Your Rep Kit

Rep kits are an excellent way to repair your gear until you reach the trailhead for a professional repair. The key is knowing what you can do with it if you ever need it.

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Tools

Being equipped with the right tools is essential when working on the job. This kit was developed with this in mind and includes all the hand tools needed to repair items in the field. The tools are all made of steel and are minimal plastic so they can be used in a variety of ways. The kit comes complete with the coalcracker tool, a canvas zippered pouch and includes awl, reamer, twist awl, cutting shears, the gimlet (5MM), wooden spool of sinue, a bottle of coalcracker tool oil and a set illustrated instructions.

You can pick a case for this kit (case price is above) or order the tools on their own.

Repair Patches

Think about adding adhesive patches to your kit if you have a few holes in your gear. These heavy-duty patches feature an ultra-high-performance adhesive that is applied to a durable polyurethane backing that allows a tear to heal under pressure. Available in clear or color options These patches offer durability against moisture, punctures, saltwater, sunlight and temperatures that are extreme.

If your avon welcome kit does not contain any of the above products, consider including a bag of waterproof Aquaseal wader repair sealant. The water-tight adhesive bonds to fabrics and metals for an indestructible fix. It's ideal for fixing drysuits and can be applied while in the field. Allow the sealant to set for up to 12 hours before applying the repaired gear.

The essential field fabric kit for tents, Rep Kit packs, and rainwear made of silicone impregnated nylon. Includes one Clean Tape patch and a repair swatch of sil-nylon along with a 1/4-ounce tube of Gore-Tex Sil-Fix repair adhesive and sealant, as well as a brush. To use, place patch over a clean, smooth surface of the damaged area with at least 1/2 inch overlap. Remove the release paper, and rub adhesive side down with moderate finger pressure.

Surface preparation is vital for successful repairs. Oils on boots or shoes sunblock, solvents such as acetone can impact adhesion. For best results, make use of Seam Grip alone or with Cotol-240 Cure Accelerator Rep Kit to speed curing up to 2 hours.

Adhesive patches

If you're out on the trail but aren't able to do an entire vulcanising repair the patches that are self-adhesive will get you back in the saddle without the wait. Simply roughen the tube using the included scraper, then apply one of the self-adhesive patches, and apply it to the tube.

Use the tube-scuffer tool to roughen up the surface. This will assist the glue stick. Spread a thin layer on the patch. Cover an area that is at a minimum large as the patch. Take a few moments for the glue to turn tacky before pressing the patch down and holding it securely in place.

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 & sealant. Ideal for strengthening damaged sleeping bags, tents as well as rainwear, packs and boots.

Repair Instructions

It's a good idea keep an emergency repair kit in your luggage when you travel. You never know when a gadget will fail or become damaged. It's good to have the tools to repair it. Rep kits include all the tools you need to complete repairs all in one spot. Each kit has items picked by Appalachian Bushman School instructors to simplify life outside. Kits include a canvas with a zippered repair and tool pouch, cutting shears, twisted awl the gimlet (5MM), wooden spool with sinue, bonded nylon thread, glass vial with needles, and coalcraker gear oil.