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What to Do With Your Rep Kit

Rep kits are a great means to fix your gear before you get to the trailhead to have it professionally repaired. The problem is knowing what to do with it if you need it.

In the long run, home repaired dentures can lead to more bone loss, causing irritation, and sores and tumors.

Tools

It is crucial to be equipped with the right tools on the go when you are in the field. This kit was designed with that in mind. It includes all the basic hand tools required to repair things in the field. The tools are all made of metal and have minimal plastic so they can withstand use. The kit comes with a canvas zippered pouch for the coalcracker tools, as well as a twist awl, reamer, cutting shears and gimlets (5MM). It also includes a bottle of coalcracker oil, illustrated instructions as well as a wooden spool, an reamer, and a the twisted awl.

You can order this kit along with a case (prices are listed above), or you can purchase the tools alone.

Repair Patches

If you've a hole or two in your gears, consider adding adhesive patches to your rep kit. These heavy-duty patches feature high-performance adhesives that are applied to a tough polyurethane back that allows the tear to heal under pressure. The patches are available in color or clear versions. They are durable against punctures as well as sun, moisture, saltwater and temperature extremes.

If your avon kit does not include one of the items mentioned above you might want to consider adding a waterproof Aquaseal wader sealant. This water-tight adhesive will bond to fabrics and metals for permanent repair. It's perfect for repairing drysuits, and can be applied while out in the field. Let the sealant cure for at least 12 hours prior to applying the repaired gear.

The essential field fabric kit for tents, packs, and rainwear made of silicone-impregnated polyester. It includes one Clean Tape repair patch as well as sil-nylon swatch. Also included is a 1/4 ounce of Gore-Tex Repair Adhesive, choose Sealant and Brush and sealant tube. Apply patch over a smooth, clean surface of the damaged area, with at least 1/2 inch overlap. Remove the release paper from the patch surface and rub the adhesive with moderate pressure (adhesive side up).

Surface preparation is vital for successful repairs. Sunblock, acetone or oil on boots and shoes could affect adhesion. For best results, make use of Seam Grip alone or with Cotol-240 Cure Accelerator to speed the curing process to 2 hours.

Adhesive patches

If you're out on the trail and don't have the time for complete vulcanising repairs this adhesive patch can get you back on the saddle without the wait. Simply roughen the tube with the included scraper, apply one of the self-adhesive patches to roll on.

Clean up the area that has been punctured, then use the tube-scuffer or sandpaper to roughen the surface, which assists in making glue stick. Apply a thin layer of glue over the patch. Cover an area that is at least large as the patch. Wait for the glue to become tacky, then apply the patch with force and secure it.

This kit includes two adhesive-backed, clear Tenacious Tape fabric repair patches. It also includes an ounce Seam Grip urethane sealant and repair adhesive. Ideal for strengthening damaged sleeping bags, tents rainwear, backpacks, and boots.

Repair Instructions

Keeping an emergency repair kit with you when traveling is a good idea. You never know when something going to fail or be damaged and you'll be glad to have the tools to repair it. Rep kits are designed to include everything you require in one place to complete repairs. Each kit includes items picked by Appalachian Bushman School instructors to help you get around more easily. Kits include a zippered canvas coalcraker repair pouch and tool cutting shears, twisted awl gimlet (5MM) wooden spool with sinue bonded nylon thread, glass vial with needles, and coalcraker gear oil.