Tent Poles, Sleeping Pads, Backpacks, Buckles, Ribbon, and Webbing

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Tent Poles, Sleeping Pads, Backpacks, Buckles, Ribbon, and Webbing

Welcome to the Item-Specific Repairs section. As you know, not all gear can be fixed the same way, so in this section, we’ll go over some repairs specific to certain types of gear.

Broken Tent Poles

We hate to say it: You can splint a broken pole in the field with a metal repair sheath and some duct tape, but the only permanent fix is buying a new pole (sorry).

Whether you break a tent pole or the cord inside it, knowing how to replace the shock cord is an easy fix that will get your tent back in working order.

Sleeping Pad Issues

The most common failures in inflatable sleeping pads are punct...

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