What to Do With Your Rep Kit

Rep Avon Kits are an excellent way to repair your gear until you can get to the trailhead to have it repaired professionally. The trick is knowing what to do with it when you require it.

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Tools

The right tools are available is essential when working out in the field. This kit was developed to meet that need and includes all the hand tools needed for repairing items in the field. The tools are all made of metal and feature minimal plastic so they can withstand use. The kit includes an elasticized canvas coalcracker tool pouch, reamer, twisted awl cutting shears and gimlet (5MM), sinue spool made of wood, a bottle of coalcracker oil and a avon starter set illustrated instructions.

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

Repair Patches

Consider adding adhesive patches to your kit if you have some holes in your equipment. These heavy-duty patches have a high-performance glue pre-applied on a rugged polyurethane back that allows a tear under pressure to recover. Available in clear and colored options, these patches provide durability against moisture, punctures, saltwater, sunlight and temperature extremes.

If your kit does not include any of the items listed above, avon Kits you may want to consider adding a waterproof Aquaseal wader sealant. The water-tight adhesive bonds to fabrics and metals to provide a permanent fix. It's ideal for fixing drysuits and is able to be applied while in the field. Give the sealant at least 12 hours for it to cure before you can use the repaired equipment.

The essential field repair kit for nylon tents that have silicone impregnated, packs, rainwear and more. The kit comes with one Clean Tape patch and a sil nylon repair swatch as well as a 1/4 ounce tube of Goretex Silfix repair adhesive and sealant as well as a brush. To use, apply patch over a clean, smooth surface of damaged area with a minimum of 1/2 inch overlap. Release the paper and rub adhesive side down using a moderate amount of pressure.

Surface preparation is crucial for successful repairs. Sunblock, acetone or oil on boots and shoes could affect adhesion. For best results, apply Seam Grip alone or with Cotol-240 Cure Accelerator to speed curing up to two hours.

Adhesive Patches

These adhesive patches are perfect for those who don't wish to sit around waiting to get back on the trail. Simply roughen the tube using the included scraper, apply one of the self-adhesive patches, and apply the patch.

Use the tube-scuffer for roughening up the surface. This will aid the glue stick. Apply a thin layer of glue over the patch. Cover an area that is at a minimum big as the patch. Take a few moments for the glue to dry before pressing the patch into place and holding it firmly in the place.

This kit includes two adhesive-backed, clear Tenacious Tape fabric repair patches. It also comes with a 1/4 ounce Seam Grip urethane sealant and repair adhesive. Ideal for strengthening damaged sleeping bags, tents as well as rainwear, packs and boots.

Repair Instructions

It's a good idea keep a kit for emergency repairs in your bag when you travel. You never know when a gadget may fail or be damaged. It is important to have the tools you need to repair it. Rep kits are designed to contain everything you need in one place to complete repairs. Each kit includes items picked by Appalachian Bushman School instructors to simplify life outside. advanced starter kits include a canvas with a zippered repair pouch and tool cutting shears, twisted awl the gimlet (5MM), wooden spool with sinue, bonded nylon thread glass vial with needles and coalcracker gear oil.