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Lindsey Stone

Operations Director, Rainy Pass Repair Service

Lindsey Stone was the operations director at Rainy Pass Repair, Inc. in Seattle for more than 7 years. Prior to that she worked as a professional sewing technician. She enjoys hiking, camping and canoeing with her husband, daughter and dog.

Latest Articles

  • Care and Repair

    How to Fix a Tent Pole

    98 reviews with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars

    Learn how to fix a broken tent pole in the field and at home with these expert tips.

  • Care and Repair

    How to Patch a Down Jacket

    262 reviews with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars

    Learn how to apply a simple patch to your down jacket to prevent insulation from escaping from tears or small holes.

  • Care and Repair

    How to Fix a Jacket Zipper

    228 reviews with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars

    When a jacket won’t zip properly, the slider is often to blame. Learn how to repair a worn out zipper slider, plus a few quick fixes.

  • Care and Repair

    How to Fix a Sleeping Bag Zipper

    49 reviews with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars

    When your sleeping bag won’t zip properly, the slider is often to blame. We explain how to repair or replace a worn-out zipper slider.

  • Care and Repair

    How to Repair a Tent

    121 reviews with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars

    Learn how to do some simple tent repairs, such as fixing a pole and patching tears, both in the field and at home.

  • Care and Repair

    Tent Care Basics

    461 reviews with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars

    Learn how to extend the life of your tent by proper setup and takedown; also get tips on how to clean, dry, store and restore it at home.