Holes

One Planet rucksacks are made using the best fabrics available for the purpose. However, it is not uncommon for damage to occur, particularly on the base of packs. Common causes of damage are sharp objects, constant rubbing while in rough vehicles, and the perennial favourite: baggage handlers. This wear is accelerated if items with a hard edge (boxes, books – whatever) are packed against the base, creating a pronounced ridge for wear. One Planet packs use a fabric weave that does not permit small holes to unravel into bigger ones, so a small abrasion or hole may safely be ignored.

However, if you are concerned about a hole, it can be easily repaired. If you are in Australia, contact One Planet and they will send you two patches of adhesive-backed fabric. For repairs in the field, special glue called Aquaseal (available in hardware shops) will also do the job, patching holes of up to four centimetres square.

Regardless of the method to be used, first thoroughly clean both the inside and outside of the fabric surrounding the area to be repaired.

Adhesive fabric
•    Cut two patches of the adhesive-backed fabric so they are at least two centimetres larger than the area to be repaired.
•    Peel the backing off one patch and place it over the hole on the inside of the pack.
•    Peel the backing off the other patch and place the fabric over the hole on the outside of the pack.
•    Rub the two patches firmly for a minute or so. Easy!

Glue
•    Get a patch of fabric at least two centimetres larger than the area to be repaired. (Use whatever material is handy; ideally something durable but still supple.)
•    Spread Aquaseal liberally over the fabric patch, especially the edges.
•    Place the patch over the hole on the outside of the pack and apply firm pressure for a couple of minutes.
•    If your hole is larger than four centimetres square, use a patch on both the inside and outside of the pack, making sure the edges of the patch are sealed with adhesive.

Zips

One Planet uses only YKK zips on all our packs as they are reliable and durable. YKK zip sliders are intentionally made from a soft alloy so the slider wears out before the zip teeth. Good news, as the slider is relatively easy to replace, while the teeth aren’t.

After extensive use, especially in dirty or dusty environments, the inner parts of the slider can be worn away so it cannot bring the teeth of the zip together effectively. To get the worn slider working until it can be replaced, use a pair of pliers to gently squeeze the slider sides together. (Don’t use too much force or you may jam it!) This gentle adjustment should allow the slider to bring the zip teeth together again.

Always try to keep the zip teeth as clean as possible. After cleaning your pack (see above), lubricate the zips with a silicon lubricant suitable for use on fabrics.

Replacing daypacks

It is possible to get a replacement daypack for any pack made by One Planet since the inception of the company, even those made under our Aiking and Adventure Designs labels. Simply contact us with the model name and year of purchase (or even better, locate the white QA label and tell us the batch number) and we will find a suitable daypack. (The daypack may have a ‘U’ or ‘360°’ zip, and a capacity of 15, 20, 25, 26 or 36 litres.)

Replacement daypacks are only available in black 1000-denier nylon. Each original daypack is made at the same time as its main pack so they fit perfectly. However, replacement daypacks are made at a different time – it may not fit ‘perfectly’, but it will fit.