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UOG TOP PICK: Combining first aid and practical gear repair in one compact 81g kit, the Igneous Gear First Aid & Repair Kit is a well-rounded choice for solo hiking and long-distance backpacking.
Igneous Gear says:
A torn tent or punctured sleeping pad can end a hike just as fast as a deep cut or a bad blister. Most hikers carry separate kits for both. This is one kit for both. Inside a weatherproof DCF pouch (130 × 90 × 20 mm, YKK Aquaguard zipper): bandages, alcohol wipes, gauze, Leukotape, antiseptic ointment, sting relief, Advil, Benadryl, anti-diarrhea, a full UL Repair Spool, four Threadlock Patches, four Airlock Patches, super glue, and 10 water purification tablets
Our Verdict
The Igneous Gear First Aid & Repair Kit covers both minor injuries and common equipment failures. Alongside plasters, gauze, Leukotape, wipes and medication, it includes specialist patches for woven fabrics and TPU equipment, plus Gorilla Tape, thread, a needle and super glue. Ten water purification tablets add another useful layer of backup.
I particularly like the repair selection, as it provides more options than relying on generic tape alone. The weather-resistant DCF pouch measures just 130 × 90 × 20mm.
Perfect as a lightweight starting point for solo hiking and long-distance backpacking.
- Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear
Contents
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First Aid:
Waterproof bandages (6)
Alcohol wipes (8)
Gauze pad (1)
Leukotape (1 yd)
Antiseptic ointment (4 packets)
Sting relief wipes (3 packets)
Advil (3 pouches)
Benadryl (2 pouches)
Anti-diarrhea (2 packets) -
Repair & Utility:
Threadlock patches (4)
Airlock patches (4)
UL Repair Spool (Gorilla Tape 1 yd, nylon cord 3 yd, needle)
Super glue (1 bottle) -
Survival:
Water purification tablets (10)
Specifications
- Weight: 81g
- Dimensions: 130 × 90 × 20 mm
Material & Construction
- Pouch: Weatherproof DCF with YKK Aquaguard zipper
