After Pilotpeat posted a question in the forum about packrafting paddles, I decided to make a permanent page to address the subject in the FAQ. Here’s the paddle page.
I also received an email from Kait P. asking about life jackets (“Personal Flotation Devices”), so I started a PFD page too.
I only have experience with a few of these products, so if you’re familiar with a specific paddle or PFD, please post a comment on the appropriate page. Thanks!
As part of my effort to continuously improve the DIY Packraft instructions, I’ve made a new, more comprehensive video about heat sealing. It’s pretty long, but it’s everything you need to know, all in one Read more…
Spring is here in the northern hemisphere and many of us are getting excited about packrafting trips we have planned for this paddling season, so now is a good time to think about paddling safety. Read more…
Recently Guy Stuart of the Bikepacker’s Foundry was asked to give a presentation about bikerafting to a paddling club – apparently the presentation was a hit, and Guy made the slideshow available on his Bikerafting Read more…
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Chad Townsend · June 9, 2020 at 1:46 pm
Thanks for the reply Matt, and congratulations on your venture! I usually build custom webbed paddles and kits, so each is a bit different in price – anyone interested should please email me: shearwater@yahoo.com
Chad Townsend · June 7, 2020 at 1:11 pm
Shearwaters are fully collapsible, and nature inspired – kits available: http://www.webbedpaddles.com
Matt (Admin) · June 8, 2020 at 8:28 am
Hi Chad, I checked the link but I can’t find any information about paddle specs, prices, or how to order…