What to Do With Your Rep Kit

Rep avon kits are a great means to fix your gear before you reach the trailhead to have it repaired professionally. The key is knowing what to do when you require it.

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Tools

It is essential to have the right tools at your side when you're out in the field. This kit was developed with this in mind, and includes all of the basic hand tools required for repairs on the field. The tools are made of metal and have only a small amount of plastic to be used for a long time. The kit comes with a zippered canvas pouch for the coalcracker tools, a reamer, twist awls, cutting shears and Gimlets (5MM). It also comes with a bottle of coalcracker oil, illustrated directions, a wooden spool, the reamer and twist Awl.

You can purchase this kit with a case (prices are shown above) You can also buy the tools separately.

Repair Patches

If you've got holes or two in your gear, you might want to consider adding some adhesive patches to your rep kit. These patches are made of an ultra-high-performance adhesive that is applied to a tough polyurethane backing that lets a tear heal under pressure. The patches are available in clear or colored versions and offer durability against punctures as well as moisture, sunlight, saltwater and temperature extremes.

If your kit does not contain any of the above items, think about adding a bag with waterproof Aquaseal wader repair sealant. This water-tight glue can be applied to plastics, fabric, metals and other materials for an unbreakable fix. It's great for Rep Kit repairing drysuits, and can be applied on the job. It can take up to 12 hours to cure before utilizing the repaired equipment.

The essential field fabric kit for backpacks, tents and rainwear made of silicone-impregnated polyester. This kit includes one Clean Tape patch and a sil-nylon repair sample 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, flat surface. Allow a minimum 1/2 inch overlap. Release the paper and rub the adhesive side down using moderate finger pressure.

Surface preparation is essential for successful repairs. Oils on shoes or boots sunblocks or solvents like acetone may affect adhesion. Make use of Seam Grip with Cotol 240 Cure Accelerator rep kit to achieve the best results.

Adhesive Patches

If you're on the trail and aren't able to do a full vulcanising repair, these adhesive patches will allow you to get back in the saddle quickly and without waiting. Apply the self-adhesive patch, then apply it by rolling it around.

Utilize the tube-scuffer to roughen up the surface. This will aid the glue stick. Spread a thin layer over the patch. Cover the area with a layer which is at the very least large as the patch. Give it a few minutes to allow the glue to turn tacky before pressing the patch down and holding it securely in the desired position.

This kit comes with two clear, adhesive-backed Tenacious Tape pressure sensitive fabric repair patches and a 1/4 ounce tube of Seam Grip urethane repair adhesive and sealant. Ideal for strengthening damaged sleeping bags, rainwear, and packs.

Repair Instructions

Keeping an emergency repair kit in your bag when you travel is a great idea to carry an emergency repair kit with you when traveling. You don't know when a device may fail or be damaged. It's good to have the tools to fix it. Rep kits include all the tools required to repair your vehicle all in one spot. Each kit is filled with items chosen by Appalachian Bushman School teachers to make life easier for students outside. welcome kits include a zippered canvas coalcraker repair pouch and tool cutting shears, twisted awl gimlet (5MM) wooden spool with sinue thread bonded to nylon glass vial with needles, and coalcracker gear oil.