What to Do With Your Rep Kit

Rep kits are a great way to fix your gear before you get to the trailhead to have it fixed professionally. The trick is knowing what to do with it if you ever need it.

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It is crucial to have the proper tools on to hand when out in the field. This kit is designed to meet that need and contains all the basic hand tools required to repair things in the field. The tools are made of metal and have only a small amount of plastic to endure the use. The kit comes with a canvas zippered pouch for the coalcracker tools, a twist awl, reamer, cutting shears and gimlets (5MM). It also comes with a bottle of coalcracker oil, illustrated instructions, a wooden spool, an reamer, as well as a the twisted an awl.

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

Repair Patches

If you've got a hole or two in your gear, you might want to consider adding some adhesive patches to your rep kit. These patches are made of high-performance adhesives that are applied to a durable polyurethane backing that lets a tear heal under pressure. Available in clear and colored options These patches offer durability against punctures, moisture sunlight, saltwater, and temperatures that are extreme.

If your kit does not include one of the items mentioned above You may want to consider adding a water-proof Aquaseal wader sealant. This water-tight glue will bond to plastics, fabrics, metals, and more for permanent repair. It's great for repairing drysuits and Rep Kit may be applied out in the field. It can take up to 12 hours to set before you can use your repaired equipment.

The essential field fabric kit for packs, tents and rainwear made from silicone-impregnated nylon. The kit comes with one Clean Tape repair patch and an swatch of sil-nylon. Also included is a 1/4 ounce of Gore-Tex Repair Adhesive, Rep Kit Sealant and Brush for sealing. Apply patch to a clean smooth, smooth surface. Allow at least 1/2 inch overlap. Remove the release paper and rub the adhesive side down using a gentle pressure.

Surface preparation is vital to ensure successful repairs. Oils on shoes or boots sunblock, solvents such as Acetone could affect adhesion. Use Seam Grip with Cotol 240 Cure Accelerator for best results.

Adhesive patches

These patches are ideal for those who don't wish to stay in the waiting room until they can get back on the trail. Apply the self-adhesive patch then apply it by rolling it around.

Clean up the area that has been punctured Then apply the tube-scuffer, or sandpaper to roughen the surface which aids in gluing. Spread a thin layer over the patch. Cover an area which is at the very least big as the patch. Allow the glue to become tacky and then press the patch down firmly and hold it in place.

The 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. Ideal for strengthening damaged sleeping bags, rainwear, and packs.

Repair Instructions

It's a good idea to keep an emergency repair kit in your luggage every time you travel. You don't know when a device may fail or be damaged. It's good to have the tools you need to fix it. Rep kits are made with all the tools needed to fix your problems in one place. Each avon kit is filled with items that are selected by Appalachian Bushman School teachers to make life easier for students outside. Kits include a zippered, canvas coalcraker tool pouch and repair pouch. Items chosen by Appalachian Bushman School instructors to make outdoor life easier.