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Whether you're patching up a tent or defogging a dive mask, this is where you'll find how-tos, expert tips, and repair advice to keep your gear going strong.

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Which Adhesive Should I Use?
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Which Adhesive Should I Use?

When it comes to adhesive selection, picking the right one can make all the difference in the success of your repair job. Let's break down which Aquaseal adhesive to use for various situations. Aqu...

Repair & FixWhich Sealant Should I Use?

Which Sealant Should I Use?

If you have a tent, tarp awning or canopy, it can be tough to know which sealant to use. Below we explain our three seam sealants good for all types of materials, from nylon or silnylon to vinyl an...

Repair & FixWhich Tape Should I Use?

Which Tape Should I Use?

Tenacious Tape is an ultra-strong repair tape useful for making quick, peel-and-stick repairs to nearly any piece of outdoor gear. It comes in different colors and types. Read on to learn which typ...

GEAR AID Appoints Industry Veteran Clark Campbell as President

GEAR AID Appoints Industry Veteran Clark Campbell as President

GEAR AID, an award-winning manufacturer long synonymous with outdoor adventure, today introduced new company president Clark Campbell. An industry veteran well-versed in product development and des...

McNett Corporation becomes GEAR AID Inc.

McNett Corporation becomes GEAR AID Inc.

We are now officially known as GEAR AID Inc.

Care & MaintenanceHow to Clean Stinky Shoes

How to Clean Stinky Shoes

Avoid embarrassing and uncomfortable situations by removing the smell from your shoes and sandals.

Adhesive Shelf Life

The shelf life of our adhesive products varies depending on the specific product. While it's possible your adhesive might last longer than what's shown in the table below, the provided durations g...

Care & MaintenanceTips for Using Revivex UV Protectant

Tips for Using Revivex UV Protectant

How does UV Protectant work? Materials like Hypalon, PVC, fiberglass, roto-molded plastic, and other materials are damaged, bleached and ultimately destroyed through use and by sun exposure. Reviv...

How to Repair Dive Gloves

Sven Middelkoop, scuba diving instructor in The Netherlands, offers some great tips for repairing dive gloves. Sven spends his time in the cold waters of The Netherlands, requiring watertight glove...

Aquaseal FD Repair Kit Instructions

How to use Aquaseal FD Repair Kit by GEAR AID to make quick, in-field repairs to waders, drysuits and more.

Repair & FixTips for Using Tenacious Tape Repair Tape

Tips for Using Tenacious Tape Repair Tape

Tenacious Tape by GEAR AID is a repair tape that fixes rips, holes and tears in outdoor gear and fabrics. The clear PVC tape and colored nylon tapes utilize an ultra-aggressive adhesive that says p...

Repair & FixTenacious Tape Repair Patches FAQ

Tenacious Tape Repair Patches FAQ

Tenacious Tape Hex Patches by GEAR AID are 2.5'' hexagonal repair patches that instantly fix rips, holes and tears in outdoor gear and fabrics. Each package of Black + Clear Tenacious Tape Hex Pat...

Repair & FixTenacious Tape Mini Repair Patches FAQ

Tenacious Tape Mini Repair Patches FAQ

Tenacious Tape Mini Repair Patches by GEAR AID are designed specifically for down jacket repair. The unique size fits in between down baffles putting an end to leaky feathers in down puffer jackets.

Care & MaintenanceRevivex Durable Water Repellent Spray FAQ

Revivex Durable Water Repellent Spray FAQ

Revivex Durable Water Repellent Spray restores durable water repellency (DWR) to technical fabrics and outerwear. Safe for use on waterproof breathable apparel and footwear, it will not interfere w...

Applications for Revivex Odor Eliminator

How to get rid of bad smells so you can keep your friends: The last thing we want to hear someone ask: ‘What’s that smell?’. No answer is okay, but a lot of times it ends up being: It’s my cats. A ...