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READERS COMMENTS
How bout some glue (Gorilla quick dry) and some kite string, parachute rope, or dental floss. And how bout something to cut the wire? Gorilla also makes the best Duct Tape I've ever used...
Posted: Jun 08, 2009 HUH?
I've used a paperclip on numerous occasions to fix various backpack issues. Don't leave home without it.
Posted: Apr 22, 2009 Anonymous
Waterproof bandages combined with duck tape is a great waterproof barrier. I fixed a boat (on day 3 of a 10 day trip) with duck tape but needed the waterproof bandages to keep the ducktape from pealing off, so I know it seals out anything you can though at it
Posted: Apr 10, 2008 Dan
Safety Pins!! They have kept my pack together many times, and have many other uses.
Posted: Apr 01, 2008 Zipoff
remember the buckles break often
Posted: Mar 17, 2008 Anonymous
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