What to Do With choose your kit Rep Kit

Rep kits are an excellent way to fix your gear before you are at the trailhead for a professional repair. The key is knowing what to do when you need it.

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Tools

The right tools are available is crucial when working out in the field. This kit was developed with this in mind, and contains all of the basic hand tools needed for repairs on the field. The tools are made from steel with only a small amount of plastic to ensure they can withstand use. The kit includes an afghan-like pouch with zippered for the coalcracker's tools, a reamer, twist awls, cutting shears and Gimlets (5MM). It also includes a bottle of coalcracker oil, illustrated instructions as well as a wooden spool, an reamer, as well as a twist an awl.

You can purchase this starter kit Avon with a case (prices are listed above) You can also order the tools only.

Repair Patches

Consider adding adhesive patches your kit if you've got several holes in your gear. These tough patches have an ultra-high-performance adhesive that is applied to a tough polyurethane back that allows a tear to heal under pressure. Available in clear or colored options, these patches provide durability against punctures, moisture, sunlight, saltwater and extreme temperatures.

If your kit does not include any of the above items You may want to consider adding a waterproof Aquaseal wader sealant. This glue that is water-tight will adhere to fabrics, plastics, metals and other materials for an unbreakable fix. It's ideal for repairs to drysuits and can be applied while in the field. Allow the sealant to dry for up to 12 hours before applying the repaired gear.

The essential field fabric kit for backpacks, tents and rainwear made from silicone-impregnated nylon. It includes one Clean Tape patch and a sil-nylon repair sample as well as a 1/4 ounce tube of Goretex Silfix repair adhesive, sealant and brush. To use, apply patch on a smooth, clean surface of the damaged area, with a minimum of 1/2 inch overlap. Remove the release paper from the patch surface and rub adhesive using moderate pressure (adhesive side down).

Surface prep is important for successful repairs; oils on boots or shoes sunblock, solvents such as acetone may affect adhesion. For the best results, you should apply Seam Grip alone or with Cotol-240 Cure Accelerator to speed the curing process to 2 hours.

Adhesive Patches

These patches with adhesive are ideal for those who don't wish to be waiting until they are back on the trail. Simply roughen the tube with the included scraper, apply one of the self-adhesive patches to apply the patches.

Use the tube-scuffer to roughen up the surface. This will aid the glue stick. Then spread a thin layer of glue on the patch and cover an area at least as big as the patch itself. The glue should get tacky then press the patch in firmly and hold it in place.

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

Repair Instructions

A kit of repair kits for emergencies on hand when you travel is a great idea. You never know when something is going to break down or be damaged, and you'll glad you have the tools to fix it. Rep kits include all the tools required to complete repairs all in one location. Each avon starter kit includes items selected by Appalachian Bushman School instructors to simplify life outside. Kits include a zip-up canvas coalcraker repair pouch and tool, cutting shears, twisted awl, the gimlet (5MM), wooden spool with sinue bonded nylon thread glass vial with needles and coalcraker gear oil.