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Fix It: Repair a Canister Stove Ignitor

Repair your busted canister stove ignitor with these helpful DIY tips.

Fix It: Build a Repair Kit

Save money and be prepared for anything with a DIY repair kit.

Fix It: Repair a Camp Stove

Keep your liquid fuel camp stove—like the MSR Whisperlite—running smoothly with this step-by-step troubleshooting guide.

Fix It: Repair a Broken Pack Buckle

Fixing your broken pack buckle is a snap.

Fix It: Condition Boot Leather

Keep your leather boots in top shape with an easy DIY treatment.

Fix It: Repair a Tent Pole

Busted tent pole? Here's how to fix it fast.

Fix It: Make a Protective Boot Toe Cap

Bolster your boot with this DIY protective toe cap.

Fix It: Repair a Boot Sole

Don't go boot shopping just because of a worn-out heel. Repair a hiking boot fast with this at-home fix.

Fix It: Repair Tent Mesh

Repair tent mesh in the field or at home with this handy DIY method.

Fix It: Repair a Zipper Slider

It only takes 2 seconds to repair a zipper slider yourself. Here's how to do it.

Fix It: Repair Your Apparel

Patch holes in your clothing fast with this easy DIY fix.

Fix It: Waterproof a Jacket

Give your jacket extra waterproof protection with this easy DIY method.

Fix It: Patch a Sleeping Pad

A punctured sleeping pad doesn't have to end your trip. Here's how to patch it.

Fix It: Replace a Zipper

Get your zipper back on track with an easy fix from BACKPACKER's gear editor.

Fix It: Patch a Sleeping Bag Hole

Repair a sleeping bag hole with this 5-minute fix from BACKPACKER's gear editor.

Repair a Pad

Editor in Chief Jon Dorn teaches you how to fix a ripped sleeping pad in this skills video.