Sometimes practical things (you know … rent, mortgage, groceries) can all but slaughter your new-gear fund. Instead of just rolling over and declaring your outdoor-life dead, you start to flirt with the idea of fixing that broken backpack strap and tackling the unidentified smell that took up residence in your tent. The power to repair and lengthen the life of your gear is all yours—we’ll just provide a few tips to get you started. Read More …