What to Do With Your Rep Kit

Rep kit is an excellent method of fixing up your gear until you are able to get to the trailhead and have it fixed professionally. The key is knowing what to do when you need it.

Dentures that are home-repaired over a long time could lead to bone loss, irritation, and tumors.

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Being equipped with the right tools is essential when you are in the field. This kit is designed with that in mind. It includes all the basic hand tools needed for repairing equipment in the field. The tools are made of metal with the least amount of plastic so that they can withstand use. The kit comes with an afghan-like pouch with zippered for the coalcracker tools, a reamer, twist awls, cutting shears and gimlets (5MM). It also comes with a bottle of coalcracker oil with illustrated instructions, a wooden spool, an reamer, and a twisted an awl.

You can select a case for this kit (case pricing shown above) or purchase the tools on their own.

Repair Patches

Think about adding adhesive patches to your kit if there are several holes in your gear. These patches are made of high-performance adhesives that are applied to a tough polyurethane backing that allows the tear to heal under pressure. The patches are available in clear or colored versions and ensure durability against punctures, as well as sun, moisture, saltwater and temperature extremes.

If your kit doesn't contain any of the above items, consider adding a bag with waterproof Aquaseal wader repair sealant. This water-tight adhesive can be bonded to metals and fabrics to provide an indestructible fix. It's great for repairing drysuits and may be applied out in the field. Allow the sealant to set for up to 12 hours prior to using your repaired gear.

The essential field fabric kit for tents, packs and rainwear made of silicone-impregnated polyester. It includes one Clean Tape patch and a sil-nylon repair swatch along with a 1/4-ounce tube of Goretex Sil-Fix repair adhesive & sealant and brush. Apply patch to clean, flat surface. Allow a minimum 1/2 inch overlap. Release the paper and rub adhesive side down using a moderate amount of pressure.

Surface prep is important for a successful repair; oils on boots or shoes sunblocks or solvents like Acetone can affect adhesion. Use Seam Grip with Cotol 240 Cure Accelerator welcome to avon achieve the best results.

Adhesive patches

These patches are ideal for those who don't want to sit around waiting to get back on the trail. Simply roughen the tube with the included scraper, then apply one of the self-adhesive patches and roll on.

Utilize the tube-scuffer to roughen up the surface. This will aid the glue stick. Spread a thin layer of glue on the patch. Cover the area with a layer which is at the very least large as the patch. Allow a few minutes for the glue to harden before pressing the patch down and firmly holding it in the position.

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

Repair Instructions

A kit of repair kits for emergencies on hand when you travel is a smart idea to carry an emergency repair kit with you when traveling. You never know when something going to fail or become damaged and you'll glad you have the tools to repair it. Rep kits are designed with all the tools needed to complete repairs all in one place. Each kit is packed with items that are selected by Appalachian Bushman School teachers to simplify life outside. Kits include a zippered, canvas coalcraker toolbox and repair pouch. Items chosen by Appalachian Bushman School instructors to make life outside easier.