What to Do With Your Rep Kit

Rep kits are a great method to repair your gear until you reach the trailhead to have it professionally repaired. The problem is knowing what to do with it when you require it.

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The right tools are available is critical when out in the field. This kit was designed with this in mind and contains all the basic hand tools necessary to repair things in the field. The tools are made of metal with a minimum of plastic to ensure they will stand up to use. The kit includes an open-top canvas coalcracker tools pouch and includes awl, reamer, twist awl cutting shears, the gimlet (5MM) wooden spool of sinue a bottle of coalcracker oil, and a set of illustrated instructions.

You can pick a case for this kit (case price is above) or purchase the tools by themselves.

Repair Patches

If you've got a hole or two in your gears, consider adding some adhesive patches to your rep kit. These patches are made of a high-performance adhesive pre-applied to a rugged polyurethane backing that allows a tear to recover under pressure. Available in clear or colored options They offer durability against punctures, moisture saltwater, sunlight and extreme temperatures.

If your kit does not include any of the items listed above it is possible welcome to avon think about adding a waterproof Aquaseal wader sealant. This water-tight adhesive will stick to plastics, fabrics metals and more to provide an unbreakable fix. This is great for repairing drysuits and can also be utilized in the field. Allow the sealant up to 12 hours for it to cure before you can use your repaired equipment.

The essential field fabric repair kit for silicone impregnated nylon tents, packs, rainwear and more. The kit comes with one Clean Tape repair patch as well as a sil-nylon swatch. Also included is a 1/4 ounce Goretex Sealant & Repair Adhesive & Sealant tube and brush. To use, place patch over a smooth, clean surface of the area that has been damaged with at least 1/2 inch overlap. Remove the release paper from the patch surface and rep kit rub adhesive using moderate pressure (adhesive side down).

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

Adhesive patches

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

Use the tube-scuffer tool to roughen the surface. This will assist the glue stick. Spread a thin layer on the patch. Cover an area that is at least as large as the patch. Allow a few minutes for the glue to harden before pressing the patch down and holding it securely in the desired position.

This kit includes two clear, adhesive backed Tenacious Tape pressure sensitive fabric repair patches as well as a 1/4 ounce tube of Seam Grip urethane repair adhesive & sealant. Perfect for reinforcing damaged tents, sleeping bags, rainwear, packs and boots.

Repair Instructions

It's a good idea to keep a kit for emergency repairs in your luggage whenever you travel. You never know when something going to fail or get damaged, and you'll be glad that you have the tools to fix it. Rep kits are designed with all the tools required to fix your problems all in one place. Each kit contains items hand picked by Appalachian Bushman School instructors to simplify life outside. Kits include a zippered, canvas coalcraker tool pouch and repair pouch. Items chosen by Appalachian Bushman School instructors to make life outside simpler.