What to Do With Your Rep Kit

Rep kits are a great means to repair your gear until you can get to the trailhead to have it fixed professionally. The challenge is knowing what to do with it when you require it.

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It is important to have the right tools on your side when you're out in the field. This kit was created with this in mind, and pack contains all of the basic hand tools needed to repair equipment in the field. The tools are all constructed of metal and contain only a small amount of plastic to endure the use. The kit comes complete with a zippered canvas coalcracker tool pouch and includes awl, reamer, twist awl, cutting shears, Gimlet (5MM) sinue spool made of wood, a bottle of coalcracker oil and a set of illustrated instructions.

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

Repair Patches

If you've got holes or two in your gear, you might want to consider adding adhesive patches to your rep kit. These heavy-duty patches come with an ultra-high-performance adhesive that is applied to a durable polyurethane backing that allows a tear to heal under pressure. The patches are available in clear or colored versions and provide durability against punctures as well as moisture, sunlight as well as extreme temperatures and saltwater.

If your kit doesn't include any of the above items, you might want to consider including a bag of waterproof Aquaseal wader repair sealant. The water-tight adhesive bonds to fabrics and metals to create a permanent fix. It's perfect for repairing drysuits and can be applied out in the field. Allow the sealant to cure for at least 12 hours prior to using the repaired gear.

The essential field fabric kit for tents, packs and pack rainwear made of silicone-impregnated nylon. It includes one Clean Tape repair patch and a sil-nylon swatch. Also included is a 1/4-ounce Gore-Tex Sealant & Repair Adhesive & Sealant tube and brush. Apply patch to clean smooth surface. Make sure there is a minimum of 1/2 inch overlap. Remove the release paper, and rub the adhesive side down using a gentle pressure.

Surface preparation is vital for a successful repair; oils on shoes or boots sunblock, solvents such as Acetone can affect adhesion. Make use of Seam Grip with Cotol 240 Cure Accelerator to get the best results.

Adhesive Patches

If you're out on the trail but do not have the time to make the full repair of your vulcaniser this adhesive patch 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 to apply the patch.

Clean the punctured area thoroughly and then use the tube-scuffer or sandpaper to roughen the surface which assists in making glue stick. Then spread a thin layer of glue over the patch that covers an area at least as large as the patch. The glue should get tacky and then apply the patch with force and hold it in place.

This kit contains two adhesive-backed, clear Tenacious Tape fabric repair patches. It also includes one quarter ounce of Seam Grip urethane sealant and repair adhesive. It is perfect for reinforcing damaged sleep bags, rainwear and other packs.

Repair Instructions

A kit for emergency repairs on hand Avon kick Start when you travel is a good idea to carry an emergency repair kit with you when traveling. You never know when your device will break down or get damaged. It is important to have the tools you need to repair it. Rep advanced starter kits are made with all the tools needed to fix your problems all in one spot. Each kit contains items chosen by Appalachian Bushman School teachers to make life easier outside. Kits include a canvas zip-up coalcraker 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.