What to Do With Your Rep Kit

Rep avon kits are an excellent method of fixing your equipment until you get to the trailhead and get it fixed professionally. The problem is knowing what to do with it when you need it.

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It is crucial 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 the basic hand tools needed for repairing items on the field. The tools are all made of metal and have very little plastic, which means they can be used for a long time. The kit avon 2023 includes an open-top canvas coalcracker tools pouch, reamer, twisted awl cutting shears and the gimlet (5MM) wooden spool of sinue a bottle of coalcracker tool oil and a set illustrated instructions.

You can pick a case for this kit (case pricing is shown above) or order the tools for yourself.

Repair Patches

Consider adding adhesive patches your kit if there are a few holes in your gear. These heavy-duty patches come with high-performance adhesive that has been applied to a tough polyurethane backing that allows a tear to heal under pressure. The patches are available in clear or colored versions and ensure durability against punctures as well as sunlight, moisture, saltwater and temperature extremes.

If your kit doesn't contain any of the above products, consider adding a bag of water-proof Aquaseal wader repair sealant. This water-tight adhesive will stick to fabrics, plastics, metals and other materials for a permanent fix. It's perfect for repairing drysuits and is able to be applied while in the field. Let the sealant cure for up to 12 hours prior using your repaired gear.

The most essential field fabric repair kit for silicone impregnated nylon tents, packs, rainwear and more. It includes one Clean Tape patch and a sil-nylon repair sample and a 1/4 ounce tube of Gore-Tex Silfix repair adhesive and sealant as well as a brush. Apply patch to clean smooth, flat surface. Allow at least 1/2 inch overlap. Remove the release paper from the patch surface and rub it with moderate pressure (adhesive side up).

Surface preparation is vital for successful repairs. Sunblock, acetone, or oils on boots and shoes could affect adhesion. Make use of Seam Grip with Cotol 240 Cure Accelerator for the best results.

Adhesive Patches

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

Clean up the area that has been punctured Then, make use of the tube-scuffer to roughen the surface, which assists in making glue stick. Then spread a thin layer of glue over the patch, covering an area at least as big as the patch itself. Let the glue get tacky, then press the patch down with a firm pressure and secure it.

This kit includes two clear, Rep Kit adhesive backed Tenacious Tape pressure sensitive fabric repair patches as well as a 1/4 ounce tube of Seam Grip urethane repair adhesive and sealant. It is perfect for reinforcing damaged sleep bags, rainwear and other packs.

Repair Instructions

A kit for emergency repairs with you when traveling is a smart idea. You never know when something is going to break down or become damaged and you'll be glad to have the tools to repair it. Rep kits are designed with all the tools required to fix your problems all in one place. Each kit is stocked with items that are selected by Appalachian Bushman School teachers to help you out in the field. 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 coalcraker gear oil.