How to Repair a River Raft

Repairing an inflatable raft requires some knowledge and a good repair kit.

Things You'll Need

  • River Raft First Aid Kits
  • Life Vests
  • River Raft Oars
  • River Raft Paddles
  • River Raft Repair Kits
  • River Rafts
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Instructions

    • 1

      Bring a repair kit on every trip and know how to use it.

    • 2

      Include the following in your repair kit: patching material, solvent, sandpaper, roller, scissors, needle, thread and adhesive.

    • 3

      Wipe soapy water on the raft to determine the location of the leak. Bubbles will appear at the site of the leak.

    • 4

      Cut the patch to fit. Round off the patch's corners.

    • 5

      Rough the area to be covered with sand paper. This helps the patch and raft adhere.

    • 6

      Apply two coats of adhesive. Be careful not to trap air under the patch itself.

    • 7

      Roll the patch on with a roller.