How TO…

REPAIR YOUR OUTDOOR CLOTHING

Down jacket If it's got a hole in it, don't be tempted to pull the down out, gently work it back in. Duct tape is a quick fix, but Gorilla Clear Repair Tape or Gear Aid's Tenacious Tape is longer lasting. Wipe the surface with an alcohol-based cleaner, then make sure it's laid flat with the gaping of the hole minimised as much as possible. Cut the tape into a circle so it's less likely to peel off, then leave 2.5cm of tape around the hole, advise outdoor clothing experts, Ellis Brigham. This also works on your sleeping bag, while the tape is worth trying on holes in Gore-Tex, too. Fleece Fabric glue can work on a small hole. For a larger one, try a patch or a darn (see…

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