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The Best Way to Fix a Rip in Nylon Wind Pants

The Best Way to Fix a Rip in Nylon Wind Pants
Nylon wind pants are a useful tool to stay warm and comfortable during a long day of hiking or spending time outdoors. But rips are frequent and a disheartening sight. Instead of tossing them, repair them with rip repair tape and a pair of scissors. Make your pants look like new again in less than 30 minutes.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:
  • Damp cloth Scissors Gear Aid Adhesive Ripstop or Kenyon K+Tape Repair Tape Duct tape
  • Damp cloth
  • Scissors
  • Gear Aid Adhesive Ripstop or Kenyon K+Tape Repair Tape
  • Duct tape
Step 1
Remove any visible debris. Clean your nylon pants with a damp cloth, and let them dry.
Step 2
Turn your pants inside out, and press out any wrinkles with your hand. Use a flat workspace like a table or countertop and identify the rip.
Step 3
Use a product like Gear Aid Adhesive Ripstop or Kenyon K+Tape Repair Tape. Follow the directions pertaining to the specific product you're using. Cut a strip of the adhesive tape to match the general shape of your rip. Keep it a little larger than the rip to ensure it is covered properly.
Step 4
Round off the edges of the tape with your scissors, and gently line up against the rip to make sure it fits properly.
Step 5
Press two sides of your tear together with your fingers, and carefully apply the tape over the rip. Press down with your fingers, and firmly smooth down the edges.

Tips & Warnings

 
Avoid washing your nylon wind pants in hot water, if possible. Clean your pants in cold water, and monitor the edges of the tape. Keep a nylon rip repair product or tape in your backpack while hiking. If possible, leave a heavy book on top of the taped rip for a few hours before wearing. Use duct tape if no other adhesive is available.
 
Avoid washing your nylon wind pants in hot water, if possible. Clean your pants in cold water, and monitor the edges of the tape.
 
Keep a nylon rip repair product or tape in your backpack while hiking.
 
If possible, leave a heavy book on top of the taped rip for a few hours before wearing.
 
Use duct tape if no other adhesive is available.
 
Do not glue or sew your nylon wind pants.

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