What to Do With Your rep kit (site-8732627-9018-8354.mystrikingly.com website)

Rep kits are an excellent way to repair your gear until you reach the trailhead to have it repaired professionally. The trick is knowing what to do with it if you ever need it.

Dentures that are home-repaired over a long period of time could lead to bone loss, irritation and tumors.

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It is important to have the right tools at your side when you're out in the field. This kit was developed with this in mind and contains all of the essential hand tools needed to repair equipment in the field. The tools are made of metal with a minimum of plastic to ensure they will stand up to use. The kit includes a zippered canvas coalcracker tool pouch and includes awl, reamer, twist awl cutting shears and gimlet (5MM), sinue spool made of wood, a bottle of coalcracker oil and a set of illustrated instructions.

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

Repair Patches

If you've a hole or two in your gear, you might want to consider adding adhesive patches to your rep kit. These heavy-duty patches have a high-performance glue applied on a tough polyurethane back which allows a tear caused by pressure to heal. The patches are available in clear or colored versions and are durable against punctures, as well as sun, moisture and extreme temperatures.

If your kit does not include one of the items mentioned above it is possible to consider adding a water-proof Aquaseal wader sealant. This water-tight adhesive can be bonded to fabrics and metals to provide a permanent fix. It's ideal for fixing drysuits and may be applied in the field. Allow the sealant to dry for up to 12 hours prior to using the repaired equipment.

The essential field fabric kit for tents, packs, and rainwear made of silicone impregnated nylon. Includes one Clean Tape repair patch as well as a sil-nylon swatch. Also included is a 1/4 ounce of Gore-Tex Repair Adhesive, Sealant and Brush for sealing. To apply the patch, place it over a smooth, clean surface of the damaged area with at least 1/2 inch overlap. Remove the release paper and rub adhesive side down with moderate finger pressure.

Surface preparation is essential to successful repairs. Sunblock, acetone or oils on shoes and boots can cause adhesion issues. Use Seam Grip with Cotol 240 Cure Accelerator to get the best results.

Adhesive patches

If you're on the trail and don't have the time for the full repair of your vulcaniser These patches can get you back on the saddle with no hassle. Apply the self-adhesive patch then apply it by rolling it around.

Clean up the area that has been punctured, then use the tube-scuffer or sandpaper to roughen the surface which helps glue stick. Then spread a thin coating of glue over the patch and cover an area at least as big as the patch itself. Give it a few minutes to allow the glue to harden before pressing the patch into place and holding it securely in the position.

This kit contains two clear, adhesive backed Tenacious Tape pressure sensitive fabric repair patches and a 1/8 ounce tube of Seam Grip urethane repair adhesive and sealant. Ideal for strengthening damaged tents, sleeping bags rainwear, packs, and boots.

Repair Instructions

It's a good idea keep a repair kit for emergencies in your luggage when you travel. You never know when a device will fail or become damaged. It's best to have the tools to repair it. Rep kits are designed to have all the tools you require in one place to make repairs. Each avon starter kit 2024 includes items selected by Appalachian Bushman School instructors to simplify life outside. Kits include a zippered, canvas coalcraker toolbox and repair pouch. Items picked by Appalachian Bushman School instructors to make outdoor life easier.