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Gear Care

Category Archives: Gear Care

Learn how to clean, maintain, repair and protect your outdoor gear with practical expert advice. From tent repairs and waterproofing to sleeping bag care and equipment maintenance, keep your gear adventure-ready.

How to Fix a Tent Pole
How to Fix a Tent Pole

A broken tent pole can turn a great camping trip into a frustrating experience very [...]

How To Reattach a Guy Rope
How To Reattach a Guy Rope

Has your canvas tent or gazebo’s guy rope become detached or need replacing? Don’t fear, [...]

Canvas Tent Care
Canvas Tent Care and Maintenance: Ensuring Longevity and Performance

Proper care and maintenance of your canvas tent is essential to keep it in top [...]

Leak Test Your Tent
Leak Test Your Tent

If you suspect that your tent is leaking, or you want to test your gear [...]

Air Bed Valve Maintenance
Air Bed Valve Maintenance

Air beds often use a multi part air intake valve. Keep your air bed in [...]

Spring Clean Your Outdoor Equipment
Spring Clean Your Outdoor Equipment

Spring has sprung and the weather is warming. Now is the time to spring clean [...]

How to Wash a Synthetic Sleeping Bag
How to Wash a Synthetic Sleeping Bag

A guide on how to wash a synthetic sleeping bag to ensure that it's clean [...]

How to Wash a Down Sleeping Bag
How to Wash a Down Sleeping Bag

A guide on how to wash a down sleeping bag to ensure that your investment [...]