What to Do With Your Rep Kit

Rep advanced starter kits are a great method to repair your gear until you reach the trailhead to have it fixed professionally. The challenge is knowing what to do with it if you need it.

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It is essential to have the proper tools on to hand when out in the field. This kit was created with this in mind and includes all of the basic hand tools required to repair items in the field. The tools are made of metal and feature the smallest amount of plastic, so they can endure the use. The kit includes an afghan-like pouch with zippered for the coalcracker tools, as well as a twist awl, reamer and cutting shears and gimlets (5MM). It also includes a bottle of coalcracker oil, a guidebook and a wooden spool a reamer, and twist Awl.

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

Repair Patches

If you've got a gap or two in your gears, consider adding some adhesive patches to your rep kit. These patches made of heavy-duty materials have high-performance glue that is applied to a rugged polyurethane back that allows a tear caused by pressure to heal. These patches are available in colors or clear versions and offer durability against punctures, as well as sunlight, moisture saltwater, temperature extremes and.

If your kit doesn't include any of the items above it is possible to think about adding a waterproof Aquaseal wader sealant. This water-tight adhesive will bond to metals and fabrics for an indestructible fix. This is great for repairing drysuits and also utilized in the field. Allow the sealant to set for at least 12 hours prior to using the repaired gear.

The essential field fabric repair kit for nylon tents impregnated with silicone, packs, rainwear and more. The kit comes with one Clean Tape patch and a repair swatch of sil-nylon and a 1/4 ounce tube of Gore-Tex Sil-Fix repair adhesive and sealant, as well as a brush. Apply patch to clean smooth surface. Allow a minimum 1/2 inch overlap. Remove the release paper, and rub the adhesive side down with moderate finger pressure.

Surface preparation is essential for successful repairs. Sunblock, ultimate acetone, or oils on boots and shoes can alter adhesion. For best results, apply Seam Grip alone or with Cotol-240 Cure Accelerator to speed curing to 2 hours.

Adhesive patches

If you're on the trail but do not have the time to make the full repair of your vulcaniser These patches can get you back on the saddle without the wait. Simply roughen the tube using the included scraper, apply one of the self-adhesive patches to apply the patch.

Thoroughly clean the punctured area, then apply the tube-scuffer, or sandpaper to roughen the surface, which makes it easier for glue to stick. Spread a thin layer over the patch. Cover an area that is at a minimum big as the patch. Let the glue get tacky then press the patch down with a firm pressure and secure it.

The kit contains two adhesive-backed, clear Tenacious Tape fabric repair patches. It also comes with a 1/4 ounce Seam Grip urethane sealant and repair adhesive. It is perfect for ultimate reinforcing damaged sleep bags, rainwear and other packs.

Repair Instructions

A kit for emergency repairs to take along on your travels is a great idea. You never know when something going to break down or be damaged and you'll glad you have the tools to fix it. Rep kits are made with all the tools you need to make repairs all in one location. Each kit avon contains items hand selected by Appalachian Bushman School instructors to make life outside easier. Kits include a zippered canvas coalcraker tool pouch and repair pouch. Items chosen by Appalachian Bushman School instructors to make outdoor life easier.