Rep kits are a great way to fix your equipment until you get to the trailhead to have it fixed professionally. The challenge is knowing what to do with it if you ever need it.
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It is crucial to have the right tools at the go when you are in the field. This kit is designed with that in mind. It includes all the essential hand tools necessary to repair equipment in the field. The tools are all made of metal and feature the smallest amount of plastic, so they can withstand use. The kit includes a canvas zippered pouch for the coalcracker's tools, a reamer, twist awls, cutting shears and Gimlets (5MM). It also comes with a bottle of coalcracker oil, illustrated instructions along with a wooden spool the reamer and twisted Awl.
You can choose a case for this kit (case pricing as shown above) or purchase the tools alone.
Repair Patches
Consider adding adhesive patches to your kit if you've got several holes in your equipment. These patches are made of high-performance glue applied on a durable polyurethane back that allows a tear under pressure to recover. Link Home Page in clear and colored options they offer a long-lasting protection against moisture, punctures, sunlight, saltwater, and extreme temperatures.
If your kit doesn't contain any of the above items, consider adding a bag of water-proof Aquaseal wader repair sealant. This water-tight adhesive will bond to metals and fabrics to provide a permanent fix. It's great for repairing drysuits and may be applied while out in the field. Allow the sealant up to 12 hours to set before using your repaired equipment.
The essential field repair kit for silicone impregnated nylon tents packs, rainwear, and more. This kit includes one Clean Tape repair patch as well as sil-nylon swatch. Also included is a 1/4 ounce Goretex Sealant Repair Adhesive Sealant tube and brush. Apply patch to clean flat surface. Allow at least 1/2 inch overlap. Remove the release paper, and rub the adhesive side down with moderate finger pressure.
Surface preparation is essential to ensure successful repairs. Oils on shoes or boots, sunblock or solvents like Acetone could affect adhesion. To get the best results, apply Seam Grip alone or with Cotol-240 Cure Accelerator to speed up curing time to 2 hours.
Adhesive patches
If you're out on the trail but don't have the time for a full vulcanising repair this adhesive patch will allow you to get back in the saddle without the wait. Apply the self-adhesive patch and apply it by rolling it around.
Clean the punctured area thoroughly and then make use of the tube-scuffer to roughen the surface, which assists in making glue stick. Spread a thin layer over the patch. Cover the area with a layer that is at least large as the patch. Wait for the glue to get tacky, then apply the patch with force and secure it.
This kit comes with two clear, adhesive-backed 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 rainwear, packs, and boots.
Repair Instructions
A kit for emergency repairs in your bag when you travel is a great idea to carry an emergency repair kit with you when traveling. You never know when a gadget will break down or get damaged. It's good to have the tools to repair it. Rep kits are designed to include everything you require in one place to make repairs. Each kit is stocked with items picked by Appalachian Bushman School teachers to help you out in the field. Kits include a canvas zip-up coalcraker tool and repair pouch, cutting shears, twisted awl, gimlet (5MM) wooden spool with sinue bonded nylon thread glass vial with needles, and coalcracker gear oil.
