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Trailblazer became a registered member 9 months, 3 weeks ago
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Matt (Admin) wrote a new post 10 months, 3 weeks ago
Tariff Info for US Customers
Updated March 16, 2026 As a Canadian eCommerce retailer, I want you to know that depending on what you order, the Trump administration’s tariff p […]-
There are still no tariffs on DIY Packraft kits because the US-Mexico-Canada trade agreement is still in effect, and I provide a certificate of origin with your order showing that it’s made in North America.
After the US Supreme Court’s decision that the “emergency” tariffs are illegal, Trump replaced those tariffs with a different type of tariff set at 15% across the board. So, if you buy something that doesn’t come with a certificate of origin (something that isn’t a kit), you’ll probably have to pay an extra 15% to the US government.
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I am unsure how to make the payment. Purolator shipping shows “awaiting payment for release”. Their quick pay feature requires an account #, not just a shipping number. I only appear to have the shipping #.
How do i make the payment without an account #?
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You don’t have to do anything yet. UPS will pay the fees to US Customs on your behalf, then UPS will try to contact you by phone and/or email to get you to reimburse them. If you don’t hear from them in the next few days, let me know and I’ll ask Purolator for the UPS tracking number (they don’t automatically send that to me). Once UPS contacts you or you have the tracking number, you can pay through a link on the UPS tracking page. If you wait to pay until they come to your door, they’ll charge you an extra fee (like $12 or something ridiculous), so it’s better to pay online.
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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic DIY Accessories in the forum DIY Packrafts 10 months, 4 weeks ago
Very cool! Thanks for posting.
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Uncle Fred replied to the topic Intrigued by ultralight roll top packraft. Tell me why it's a bad idea in the forum DIY Packrafts 11 months ago
That sounds like a great idea for it. Let us know how it feels.
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Eli replied to the topic Intrigued by ultralight roll top packraft. Tell me why it's a bad idea in the forum DIY Packrafts 11 months ago
Ended up ordering one from Alibaba just to play with it. Will probably glue on a removable MRS skeg and use it for quick paddles on the lake before making it the packraft I give to my nieces and nephews when they visit
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Uncle Fred replied to the topic DIY Accessories in the forum DIY Packrafts 11 months ago
Update on the Boston valve to pump adapter.
I’ve modified the original adapter design by @krafter to fit the 2025 Flextail Max Pump 3.
This pump offers 5KPa pressure. Flextail has a larger, 12KPa boat pump, but it’s only available second-hand as of October 2025.
Updated design. The mount for this pump consists of a tiny lip, necessitating a…[Read more]
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Uncle Fred replied to the topic Intrigued by ultralight roll top packraft. Tell me why it's a bad idea in the forum DIY Packrafts 11 months ago
There’s a couple of these drybag designs floating about. This looks ideal for playboating, or adventure river crossings.
With the ubiquity of electric pumps these days, I’m not sure if the tradeoff of a rolltop that might be a bit more vulnerable deflation makes much sense.
Personally, I prefer just having one-do everything heavy-duty boat I can…[Read more]
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Matt (Admin) wrote a new post 11 months ago
Postal Strike (Updated Oct. 14)
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, […] -
Graeme Birchall became a registered member 11 months ago
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adam became a registered member 11 months ago
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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic DIY Packraft Photos in the forum DIY Packrafts 11 months, 2 weeks ago
Great work, Joe – and gorgeous shot! Thanks for the feedback about the Ultralight – it sounds like you’ve had some great adventures.
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joes replied to the topic DIY Packraft Photos in the forum DIY Packrafts 11 months, 2 weeks ago
Having a casual on Bow Lake in the Rockies (Alberta). First of three packrafts I’ve made – two ultralight and one Skeena. What you don’t see in the photo is the six or so patches I’ve done from taking it down rivers it’s not made for. Though, the worst hole is from a portage that crossed paths with a raspberry bush. The ultralight rafts can…[Read more]
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joes became a registered member 11 months, 2 weeks ago
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Eli started the topic Intrigued by ultralight roll top packraft. Tell me why it's a bad idea in the forum DIY Packrafts 11 months, 3 weeks ago
This seems like such a cool idea for an ultralight packraft for lakes provided it can hold pressure well. Does anyone have experience with this style of raft and its potential pitfalls?
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Matt (Admin) wrote a new post 11 months, 3 weeks ago
Introducing the Skeena XL
Skeena XL (orange), Atlin 145 (red), Skeena 120 (green), Ultralight (yellow), all made by Kenneth Dagfinrud of Norway. Until now, big and tall […] -
Eli became a registered member 11 months, 3 weeks ago
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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic DIY Packraft Photos in the forum DIY Packrafts 1 year ago
Awesome! What a great location – and thanks for the feedback about the kits!
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Lee replied to the topic DIY Packraft Photos in the forum DIY Packrafts 1 year ago
Finished the lightweight packraft. First trip was across echo lake, then a short hike to ralston lake in desolation wilderness. This one took less time but I made more mistake and I think the thinner fabric is less forgiving with welding mistakes. Took a while to get all the leaks patched up. It did great though and it’s going to come with…[Read more]
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phenocryst became a registered member 1 year ago
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