DIY - Fix that rip with seam grip

Repairing small tears in your outdoor gear is a fact of life.  Some folks like the old standby, duct tape, but the results are usually Less Than Ideal - an unsightly panel of grey tape on your gaiter, pack or jacket, peeling glue, and a short life span.

A better alternative is to use seam grip, an adhesive available in most any outdoor store.  (Lacking this, most general purpose household clear adhesives work as well.)  To fix a tear, put some tape (most any kind will do) on the outside of the gear you are fixing - in this case, a gaiter.  Next, turn the gaiter so the inside is facing toward you, and reposition the flapping piece by pressing it down on the tape so it’s temporarily held in place.  Now, put a good layer of adhesive on the tear, let it cure overnight, and then remove the tape.  You’ll have a fix that’s durable, almost invisible, and fast. 

Thanks for Mazama Bob Murphy for this tip.