What to Do With Your Rep Kit

Rep kits are a great way of repairing your gear until you reach the trailhead to have it fixed professionally. The key is knowing what to do when you need it.

Dentures that are repaired at home over a long time can cause osteoporosis, irritation and tumors.

You can also learn more about

Having the right tools at hand is crucial when working in the field. This kit was created with this in mind and includes all of the basic hand tools required to repair equipment in the field. The tools are made from metal with minimal plastic to ensure they can withstand use. The kit includes the pouch made of canvas that is zippered to hold the coalcracker tools, a reamer, twist awls, cutting shears and gimlets (5MM). It also includes a bottle of coalcracker oil with illustrated instructions as well as a wooden spool, the reamer and the twisted an awl.

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

Repair Patches

Consider adding adhesive patches your kit if you have several holes in your gear. These patches made of heavy-duty materials have high-performance glue already applied on a rugged polyurethane back that allows a tear to recover. Available in clear or colored options These patches offer durability against moisture, punctures, saltwater, sunlight and extreme temperatures.

If your kit doesn't include one of the items mentioned above you might want to consider adding a water-proof Aquaseal wader sealant. This water-tight adhesive will stick to fabrics, plastics, metals and more for permanent repair. This is great for repairing drysuits and also utilized in the field. Allow the sealant to cure for up to 12 hours prior using the repaired gear.

The essential field fabric Avon Starter Kit for backpacks, tents and rainwear made from silicone-impregnated nylon. The kit comes with one Clean Tape repair patch as well as sil-nylon swatch. Also included is a 1/4 ounce of Gore-Tex Repair Adhesive, Sealant and Brush and sealant tube. To use, place patch over a clean, smooth surface of the area that has been damaged with at least 1/2 inch overlap. Remove the release paper, and rub adhesive side down using a moderate amount of pressure.

Surface preparation is essential for avon Starter set successful repairs. Sunblock, acetone or oils on boots and shoes can cause adhesion issues. For the best results, you should 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 Avon Starter Kit do not have the time to make a full vulcanising repair the patches that are self-adhesive can get you back on the saddle in no time. Apply the self-adhesive patch and roll it over.

Utilize the tube-scuffer to roughen the surface. This will help the glue stick. Spread a thin layer over the patch. Cover the area with a layer that is at least as large as the patch. Wait for the glue to become tacky then press the patch in firmly and secure it.

This kit contains two clear, adhesive backed Tenacious Tape pressure sensitive fabric patch for repair and a 1/4 ounce tube of Seam Grip urethane repair adhesive and sealant. Perfect for reinforcing damaged sleeping bags, rainwear and other packs.

Repair Instructions

A kit for emergency repairs on hand Avon starter Kit when you travel is a good idea. You never know when something is going to break down or become damaged and you'll be glad that you have the tools to fix it. Rep kits are designed to have all the items you need in one place to make repairs. Each kit is packed with items chosen by Appalachian Bushman School teachers to help you out in the field. Kits include a zippered, canvas tool pouch for coalcrakers and a repair pouch. Items selected by Appalachian Bushman School instructors to make life outside simpler.