Packrafts are lightweight inflatable boats that roll up to fit in your backpack, allowing you to hike and paddle to places that would otherwise be inaccessible. Made of durable materials, they are much tougher than pool toys, but much lighter than traditional boats.
If you want a high quality packraft without the high price of a manufactured model, you can save ~80% by making your own using similar materials to those used by the best packraft manufacturers. DIY Packrafts are made with heat-sealable fabric so no sewing and no special skills are required. The unique construction method creates the lightest packrafts on the market, without sacrificing strength. An inexpensive heat sealing iron is the only specialized tool you’ll need.
DIY Packrafts are being made in 35 countries and counting – learn more about making your own packraft here.
The Atlin is a stable platform designed for bikerafting and carrying other large loads.
Lightweight and durable, the expedition-proven flagship DIY Packraft will suit most paddlers in most conditions.
The Telkwa is the world’s first packraft to feature a wrap-around floor that protects the tubes high above the waterline. It’s the toughest and stiffest DIY Packraft, ideal for whitewater paddlers and those who want that extra peace of mind.
The Ultralight is the lightest DIY Packraft, designed for long hikes, lakes, and more careful paddling on milder rivers than the other DIY Packrafts.
The new Chilko whitewater packraft kit will include an inflatable footrest, and I’ve decided to offer the footrest as a standalone kit too, so those who’ve already made a Skeena, Telkwa, or Atlin packraft can Read more
After binning more prototypes than I care to admit, the Chilko whitewater packraft is finally here! As you can see in the pictures below, its faceted hull gives it a stable edge that you can Read more
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It’s that time of year again! If you’d like to save some money on a DIY Packraft order and give to charity at the same time, you can bid on a $250 (CAD) DIY Packraft Read more
The MasterSeal airtight zippers are back in stock! The MasterSeal and SuperSeal zippers are made by TIZIP, the world leader in airtight zippers, and both are excellent products. The SuperSeal has been used in packrafts Read more
The Canada Post workers strike has changed from a total nationwide strike to a partial rolling strike, so the postal system is now functioning again, but slowly. Delivery dates are not guaranteed and you should Read more