A slow leak discovered at camp after a long day on the water is the kind of problem that ruins a trip fast, and the Therm-a-Rest Instant Field Repair Kit is the straightforward insurance against that scenario.

The kit contains the same self-adhesive patches included with most current Therm-a-Rest mattresses, so you're getting a proven repair solution rather than a generic patch kit. Application is fast and requires no additional adhesive or prep tools, which matters when you're making a repair by headlamp in a tent. Compatible with all current Therm-a-Rest mattresses, it's a sensible addition to any repair kit for canoe tripping, backpacking, or any backcountry travel where a sleeping pad is part of the kit.

At minimal weight and cost, there's little reason not to have one tucked into your repair kit before heading out.

• Compatible with all current Therm-a-Rest mattresses
• Self-adhesive patches, no additional adhesive required
• Same patches included with most current Therm-a-Rest mattresses
• Fast field application
• Lightweight and compact for pack or repair kit