How to Repair Drysuits and Gaskets
Learn how to repair and care for neoprene and GORE-TEX drysuits and latex gaskets with Aquaseal adhesives, Revivex washes, and other GEAR AID products.
How to Wash a Sleeping Bag
Learn how to wash, deodorize, dry, and store a sleeping bag with specialized liquid detergents that properly clean synthetic and down-filled bags.
How to Prep Gear for Resale and Consignment
Learn the basics about how to prepare used gear for resale at a consignment shop by using GEAR AID care and repair products.
How to Waterproof and Seam Seal a Tent
Learn how to waterproof and seam seal your tent with Seam Grip sealants and Revivex water repellents and stay dry and comfortable while sleeping outdoors.
How to Repair Boots and Shoes
Learn how to permanently repair shoe soles, worn-out heels, leaks and peeling boot rands in these step-by-step instructions using Aquaseal SR.
How to Replace a Zipper Slider
The Zipper Repair Kit by GEAR AID offers an assortment of zipper sliders and top stops as well as a sewing kit and seam ripper to help with replacing worn zipper sliders.
How to Wash and Restore GORE-TEX Products
Learn how to wash, reproof and repair GORE-TEX jackets, pants and gloves in these step-by-step instructions using a liquid detergent, DWR, and patches.
How to Repair Leather Gloves
Learn how to repair a tear in leather gloves with a sewing kit and waterproof sealant in this step-by-step tutorial.
7 Tips for A Successful Winter Van Life
From upgrading tires to staying entertained, here are seven tips for a successful winter van life.
How to Repair an Inflatable
A deflating inflatable can throw a serious wrench in your plans, but with just a little bit of know-how and a few useful tools, your day out on the water can be salvaged. If your inflatable pontoon, SUP board, boat, river tube, PVC or Hypalon raft, they can easily be repaired.
How to Repair a Wetsuit
You could say that you and your wetsuit have been through a lot together. Whether it was the final hurdle of your last grueling triathlon, the tumbling waves you handled in those early mornings at La Jolla, or the sunken ships you saw off the coast of Aruba on a recent diving trip, those who wear a wetsuit know that it’s more than just another piece of equipment—it’s what keeps you safe, warm, and protected.
8 Easy Ways to Curb Consumption and Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
From reducing your use of plastic to repairing your stuff, here are eight easy ways to curb consumption and reduce your carbon footprint.
12 Essentials You Need for a Successful Road Trip
From travel mugs to maps, here are 12 essentials you need for a successful road trip.
How to Care for a Wetsuit
Take care of a dirty and stinky wetsuit and other neoprene gear by regularly washing it with Revivex formulas. Learn how to dry and store it properly, too.
Prep Camping Gear in 5 Easy Steps
Before you leave for the first adventure of the year, you should do a once over on your camping gear to ensure its rip, leak, and funk free.
8 Tips for Fixing Your Gear on the Go
Stay prepared and fix your gear in a flash so you can continue to enjoy your time outside.
About Dive Flags
Divers' Flag A rectangular red flag with a white diagonal stripe is required on state waters. Alfa Flag A blue and white International Code Flag A (or Alfa flag), a...
Winter Eagle Watching in Washington
Each winter, here in Washington, we have an opportunity to see hundreds of eagles perched in the trees above our rivers. Learn how you can view these majestic animals.
Outdoor Photography - Painting with "One" Light
John Meloy, an outdoor and commercial automotive photographer, gives his take on simplicity and a how-to on the technique of "painting with light" using GEAR AID LED lights.
Transforming Old Signage into Upcycled Bags
We repurposed or "upcycled" our outdated, polyester banners and made them into funky, small pouches called Banner Bags.