Many minor fixes can be done in the field. Here are our best tips for common tent repair needs ...

So…what you’re saying is that you have some corrosion on the pole tips, some sort of discoloration or oxidation? To be honest, my reaction is: Well, yeah ...

Broken tent poles, mouse holes in your bug netting, and zippers that are as unmovable as the sword in the stone—it's time to rediscover the busted gear you told yourself you'd repair over the winter.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Wear and tear is inevitable as you use your backpacking gear in a range of conditions over dozens (or ...