How to Repair a Wetsuit
Learn how to repair tears in neoprene wetsuits, booties and gloves with Aquasure FD repair adhesive, an iron-on patch, or a quick-curing contact cement.
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.
Tent-Free Camping: 6 Alternatives to Sleeping Anywhere
From hammocks to campervans, here are six tent-free camping alternatives.
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.
Turning Plastic Bottles into GEAR AID Upcycled Hoodies
GEAR AID merchandise now includes the cozy hooded sweatshirt. Made from plastic water bottles and fabric scraps, these stylin’ hoodies don’t just look good, they’re also good for the environment. We partnered with Recover Brands to offer the classic hoodie with a modern twist and purpose.
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We repurposed or "upcycled" our outdated, polyester banners and made them into funky, small pouches called Banner Bags.
Packing Tips
Packing Tip Proper Backpack Weight Distribution: A. Small, “Quick Access” Items i.e.: sunblock, head lamp, etc. B. Heavy Weight Items i.e.: food, water, fuel, etc. C. ...
Add Reflective Tape to Running and Biking Gear
Do you prefer to go for a run before dusk or after dawn? Don’t let the dark streets keep you from hitting the pavement. With Reflective Tenacious Tape it’s safer to run and bike after dark.
How to Clean Stinky Shoes
Avoid embarrassing and uncomfortable situations by removing the smell from your shoes and sandals.
How to Repair Dive Gloves
Sven Middelkoop, scuba diving instructor in The Netherlands, offers some great tips for repairing dive gloves. Sven spends his time in the cold waters of The Netherlan...
How to Patch Pants: Tips from the SectionHiker
Remember those iron-on patches mom used to put on ripped knees? Our friend Philip Werner from Section Hiker has a simple and effective solution for patching pants GEAR AID Tenacious Tape.
How to Remove Odors from Life Jackets and PFDs
STEP 1: Fill a tub or bucket with approximately 5 gallons of cool water to submerge the life jacket or PFD. STEP 2: Add 1 oz. of a microbe-based Revivex Odor Eliminator.
Tenacious Tape Gear Patches FAQ
Tenacious Tape Gear Patches are pre-cut fabric repair patches that feature fun shapes and themes. Tenacious Tape patches can be used for much more than repairs, however. Personalize luggage, clothing, cell phones, you name it.
How to Patch a Camping Air Mattress
Air mattress repair is easier than you think with the Seam Grip Repair Kit. Leaking air mattresses and sleeping pads can be repaired using the kit