What to Do With Your Rep Kit

Rep kits are a great way to fix your gear before you can get to the trailhead to have it repaired professionally. The key is knowing what to do when you need it.

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Tools

It is crucial to have the right tools at the go when you are in the field. This kit was created with this in mind, and includes all of the essential hand tools needed for repairing items on the field. The tools are made from metal with a minimum of plastic to ensure they will stand up to use. The kit includes an open-top canvas coalcracker tools pouch including awl, reamer and twisted awl cutting shears and gimlet (5MM) sinue spool made of wood, a bottle of coalcracker oil and a set illustrated instructions.

You can order this kit with a bag (prices are listed above) or order the tools only.

Repair Patches

If you've a hole or two in your gear, you might want to consider adding some adhesive patches to your rep kit avon 2023. These patches are made of an ultra-high-performance adhesive that is applied to a tough polyurethane backing that lets a tear heal under pressure. Available in clear or color options These patches offer durability against punctures, moisture saltwater, sunlight and temperature extremes.

If your kit does not include one of the items mentioned above you might want to consider adding a waterproof Aquaseal wader sealant. This glue that is water-tight will adhere to plastics, fabrics metals and other materials for an unbreakable fix. It's ideal for repairs to drysuits and is able to be applied while out in the field. Give the sealant at least 12 hours for it to cure before you can use your repaired equipment.

The essential field fabric kit for backpacks, tents and rainwear made of silicone-impregnated nylon. Includes one Clean Tape repair patch and avon starter kit 2023 uk pack - go to this website, sil-nylon swatch. Also included is a 1/4 ounce Goretex Repair Adhesive, Sealant and Brush and Sealant tube. Apply patch to clean, flat surface. Allow at least 1/2 inch overlap. Remove the release paper from the patch surface and rub the adhesive with moderate finger pressure (adhesive side up).

Surface preparation is crucial for successful repairs. Sunblock, acetone or oils on shoes and boots can alter adhesion. For best results, make use of Seam Grip alone or with Cotol-240 Cure Accelerator to speed curing time up to two hours.

Adhesive Patches

These patches are great for people who don't want to stay in the waiting room until they can get back on the trail. Simply roughen the tube with the included scraper, then apply one of the self-adhesive patches to apply it to the tube.

Use the tube-scuffer tool to roughen up the surface. This will help the glue stick. Spread a thin layer of glue on the patch. Cover an area which is at the very least big as the patch. Take a few moments for the glue to become tacky before pressing the patch down and holding it firmly in the desired position.

This kit contains two adhesive-backed, clear Tenacious Tape fabric repair patches. It also includes a 1/4 ounce Seam Grip urethane sealant and repair adhesive. Ideal for strengthening damaged tents, sleeping bags, rainwear, packs and boots.

Repair Instructions

Keeping an emergency repair kit with you when traveling is a good idea. You never know when something is going to fail or be damaged, and you'll be glad to have the tools to repair it. Rep kits are designed to hold all the tools you require in one place to complete repairs. Each kit has items selected by Appalachian Bushman School instructors to make life outside more enjoyable. Kits include a canvas zip-up coalcraker repair pouch and tool, Avon Pack cutting shears, twisted awl gimlet (5MM), wooden spool with sinue thread bonded to nylon glass vial with needles and coalcracker gear oil.