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Gear Repair

Gear repair and maintenance are essential skills for every backpacker. Not only can repairing a broken tent pole or flapping hiking boot sole in the backcountry save your trip, properly maintaining and repairing your gear saves your wallet long term.

How to Sharpen a Knife

Keep your blade polished and primed for cutting anything from sausage to twigs with this beginner-friendly maintenance guide.