What to Do With Your Rep Kit

Rep kits are a great way to fix your gear until you reach the trailhead to have it fixed professionally. The important thing is to know what to do when you need it.

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The right tools are available is essential when working on the job. This kit was created with this in mind and includes all the hand tools essential to repair equipment in the field. The tools are made of metal and have minimal plastic so they can withstand use. The kit includes a zippered canvas pouch for coalcracker tools, a twist awl, reamer and cutting shears and gimlets (5MM). It also includes a bottle of coalcracker oil with illustrated instructions, a wooden spool, the reamer and the twisted an awl.

You can purchase this kit with a case (prices are listed above) You can also purchase the tools on their own.

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 tough polyurethane backing that allows the tear to heal under pressure. Available in clear or color options, these patches provide durability against abrasions, moisture, saltwater, sunlight and temperature extremes.

If your kit doesn't include one of the items mentioned above, you may want to think about adding a waterproof Aquaseal wader sealant. This glue that is water-tight will adhere to plastics, rep kit fabric, metals and more to provide permanent repair. It's great for repairing drysuits and can be applied while out 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 avon starter kit 2023 for tents, packs and rainwear made of silicone-impregnated nylon. Includes one Clean Tape repair patch and sil-nylon swatch. Also included is a 1/4-ounce Gore-Tex Sealant & Repair Adhesive & Brush for sealing. Apply patch over a clean, smooth surface of the damaged area, with a minimum of 1/2 inch overlap. Remove the release paper from the patch surface and rep kit rub the adhesive with moderate finger pressure (adhesive side facing down).

Surface preparation is essential to successful repairs. Sunblock, acetone or oils on boots and shoes can affect adhesion. For the best results, you should make use of Seam Grip alone or with Cotol-240 Cure Accelerator to speed curing time up to two hours.

Adhesive Patches

If you're out on the trail but aren't able to do complete vulcanising repairs These patches will get you back in the saddle quickly and without waiting. Simply roughen the tube with the included scraper, apply one of the self-adhesive patches and apply it to the tube.

Clean the area thoroughly Then, apply the tube-scuffer, or sandpaper to roughen the surface, which aids in gluing. Spread a thin layer over the patch. Cover the area with a layer that is at a minimum large as the patch. Take a few moments for the glue to dry before pressing the patch down and firmly holding it in the position.

This kit includes 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 boots.

Repair Instructions

It's a good idea keep an emergency repair kit in your luggage whenever you travel. You never know when your device will break down or get damaged. It's best to have the tools you need to fix it. Rep kits come with all the tools you need to repair your vehicle in one place. Each kit is comprised of items picked by Appalachian Bushman School instructors to simplify life outside. Kits include a canvas zip-up coalcraker repair and tool pouch, cutting shears, twisted awl Gimlet (5MM), wooden spool with sinue bonded nylon thread glass vial with needles, and coalcracker gear oil.