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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic DIY Packraft Photos in the forum DIY Packrafts 2 years ago
Thanks for posting these great pictures, Eric! That looks like an amazing trip – gotta love those clear mountain lakes. I’m glad the fishing rod holders worked, too – I think you’re the first person to try that in the Ultralight. Fantastic!
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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic DIY Packraft Photos in the forum DIY Packrafts 2 years ago
Thanks for this detailed report, Opie – it looks like you did great work! I plan to post this in the Customer Build Reports gallery along with your tips and tricks so this doesn’t get buried in the forum thread. I think you’re the first person to provide such detailed feedback about the 2-Person build – thanks!
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oliithesky started the topic Fly and hike and raft in the forum DIY Packrafts 2 years ago
<p style=”text-align: left;”>Hi, I built a ultralight raft, and was very happy with the kit and the support! Cannot imagine it any better! I want to use it for remote paragliding, but after the first trials I think that definitely requires a heavier raft with internal storage! But it did great on a 6 hour river trip, just had to walk around tight…[Read more]
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EricNort replied to the topic DIY Packraft Photos in the forum DIY Packrafts 2 years ago
I am really loving my first ultralight packraft (“first” because I am hoping to build a second with a couple more fishing rod holders added along with some other improvements). It is nearing a year old now as I finished the build in early September of 2023. These pictures are from a 3-day backpacking/fishing trip I just did with a couple of my h…[Read more]
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Jameson replied to the topic New users say "Hi" here to prove you are not a Spam Bot in the forum DIY Packrafts 2 years ago
New user saying, “Hi.”
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Christian001 replied to the topic DIY Packraft Photos in the forum DIY Packrafts 2 years ago
Very nice color! Makes it even harder to decide on my next one.
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Opie replied to the topic Tips & Tricks in the forum DIY Packrafts 2 years ago
<p style=”text-align: left;”>Here are some things I learned and ideas from my Green 2P build .</p>

I personally preferred aquaseal fd over seam grip. I sealed every tube and floor seam on the inside only and used a 1-1.5cm wide application of sealant.

I installed the Boston valve and zipper using the recommendations however I moved the zipper…[Read more]
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Opie replied to the topic DIY Packraft Photos in the forum DIY Packrafts 2 years ago



Here are some pics of my green 2P DIY Packraft. I haven’t seen too many finished 2P photos or packrafts in the newer green color and I wanted to share them. (You have permission to use the photos Matt) To start off let me say I love the color especially contrasted with black trim. This project was one of the most challenging projects I have t…[Read more]
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Matt (Admin) wrote a new post 2 years, 1 month ago
New Inflation Bag Assembly Instructions
As part of my ongoing effort to improve the DIY Packraft instructions, I’ve completely remade the inflation bag assembly instructions video and […] -
Matt (Admin) replied to the topic DIY Packraft Photos in the forum DIY Packrafts 2 years, 1 month ago
Awesome! Thanks again for the feedback, Sylvain 😀
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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic DIY Packraft Photos in the forum DIY Packrafts 2 years, 1 month ago
That’s awesome! Congratulations, Jim, and thanks for posting!
I had the pleasure of finally meeting Bruce and his family recently – what a great guy!
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Jim Wolverton replied to the topic DIY Packraft Photos in the forum DIY Packrafts 2 years, 2 months ago
I’m excited to report that I was able to take my new Skeena out on the water for the first time yesterday. I took the spring class through the Folk School in Fairbanks, Alaska with Bruce Campbell. The kit that Matt provides is great, and his instructions and videos go above and beyond. Combine that with the knowledge that Bruce has from building…[Read more]
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