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mchill2 started the topic Uncharted Rapid Raft in the forum DIY Packrafts 5 years, 7 months ago
Not to advertise but the inflation system looks brilliant. https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/uncharted-rapid-raft-world-s-lightest-pack-raft#/
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Jeremyc1999 started the topic Teepee Tent Pattern? in the forum DIY Packrafts 5 years, 7 months ago
Has anyone made a Teepee out of the material that we are making our packrafts out of? I’d like to make something similar to the seek outside cimmaron and have a pipe jack in it so that I can have an ultralight camp stove. Any help with a pattern would be appreciated.
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Frenchie-Bikeraft replied to the topic Kit choice for bikerafting? in the forum DIY Packrafts 5 years, 7 months ago
Thank you for the clarification.
Indeed, I would like a packraft that can accept a lot of material and I put this picture found on the Internet to illustrate my needs. -
Matt (Admin) replied to the topic Kit choice for bikerafting? in the forum DIY Packrafts 5 years, 7 months ago
The 2-person model may be faster, but only when powered by two people. It is much wider than the single-person packrafts, with larger diameter tubes, so it is a very different boat.
The Telkwa’s length cannot be extended. The 2-person packraft could be shortened by removing 20-30 cm of material from the middle of the side tubes and floor, but…[Read more]
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Frenchie-Bikeraft replied to the topic Kit choice for bikerafting? in the forum DIY Packrafts 5 years, 7 months ago
Thank you very much for your answer Matt.
And congratulations for all your work!
I think buy probably 2 kits on your site but before I need to understand the basics of assembly and define the best model for my use.
I understand that the model 2 places would be heavier and more bulky to carry, for cons I could see on other forums a longer model…[Read more] -
Frenchie-Bikeraft replied to the topic Kit choice for bikerafting? in the forum DIY Packrafts 5 years, 7 months ago
sorry for the double message.
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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic Kit choice for bikerafting? in the forum DIY Packrafts 5 years, 7 months ago
The 2-person is a bit bigger and heavier when packed, so the disadvantage is it would be somewhat more difficult to carry on the bike. It may also be a bit slower on the water due to its larger size being powered by only one person. Cheers!
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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic Kit choice for bikerafting? in the forum DIY Packrafts 5 years, 7 months ago
The 2-person is a bit bigger and heavier when packed, so the disadvantage is it would be somewhat more difficult to carry on the bike. It may also be a bit slower on the water due to its larger size being powered by only one person. Cheers!
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Frenchie-Bikeraft replied to the topic Kit choice for bikerafting? in the forum DIY Packrafts 5 years, 8 months ago
Hi, I have a project identical to Ben.
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Frenchie-Bikeraft replied to the topic New users say "Hi" here to prove you are not a Spam Bot in the forum DIY Packrafts 5 years, 8 months ago
Hi
First of all, I’m sorry if my messages aren’t understandable, because I’m French and I’m not fluent in English, so I use a translator….
For now, I have just ordered a kit of fabric samples, but I need some tips to choose 2 kits to assemble to do bikerafting & camping on several days in couple.
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Matt (Admin) wrote a new post 5 years, 8 months ago
I’ve been promising a DIY Packraft spray deck + spray skirt kit for literally years, but until now I didn’t have a system that was affordable, simple to make, lightweight, safe, and quick to set up.
After […]
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Does the location of the optional zipper interfere?
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I think the location as it’s currently posted in the instructions will interfere, so I will update that. Thanks for the reminder!
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I’ve updated the Skeena/Telkwa zipper page with dimensions that work with the spray deck.
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Great! thank you!
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Excellent! I still have to figure out a price and make sure I have an adequate supply of materials, but I hope to have it posted in the shop next week.
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Good question… probably not, unless someone really wants it, because the tear strength is significantly lower than that of the 250 GSM fabric and it’s more expensive. The weight savings would be only about 30 grams (1 oz), so it’s probably not worthwhile.
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Hi Theresa, sorry I don’t do custom products, but you can probably make your own following the same instructions. Cheers!
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Matt (Admin) wrote a new post 5 years, 8 months ago
Every so often I think DIY Packraft should have a logo – something beautiful, clever, iconic, and instantly recognizable – like Apple’s apple or the Coca Cola script… but I’m not a world-class graphic […]
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I would definitely add this to my packraft! I like it. No-nonsense
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Cool – thanks for the feedback!
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Matt,
That logo is perfect! I won’t even try to come up with my own version any longer. I’m proud to be a DIY Packraft builder and want others know they don’t have to spend $$$$$ for a packraft. My floating friends are pretty amazed at both my V3 and Telkwa. Good job! -
I want one
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Unfortunately people complained that it was too difficult to separate all the tiny pieces that weren’t fully cut through, so I stopped scoring fabric for this type of logo. I’m experimenting with other ways of making them though, so hopefully it’ll work out 🙂
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Would love to have this also on my packrafts. I have a lot of scrap material left over, so is it possible to get a file for printing? I think it will be not too difficult for me to transfers this to the fabric.
Thank you very much
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I’ve added the image above 🙂
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The scoring and cutting out of letters would definitely be tedious, especially when one tackles this near the end of the project and just wants to get on the water. I’ve been looking into print options – getting a logo printed onto some clear material that will stick to the TPU. Not sure what material would stick, so been playing around with logos while waiting for the kit in the mail. Can’t seem to be able to upload screenshots with this post, but would be happy to share.
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Now that mine has been built and used I think I will add a logo to mine. I like it!
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Jeremyc1999 replied to the topic New users say "Hi" here to prove you are not a Spam Bot in the forum DIY Packrafts 5 years, 8 months ago
Saying Hi. Just ordered my kit a couple of days ago. I plan to use it for backcountry hunting in Montana. Can’t wait for everything to get here for a good winter project.
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