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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic DIY Dry Bag Score Line Mistake in the forum DIY Packrafts 3 months, 1 week ago
Hi troc, thanks for the feedback – I will try to make that more obvious.
I think it will be easier if you simply trim off the red fabric and make a sandwich like you described. Remember you will need to extend the strip past the edges of the bag so you can attach the buckle. If you’ve trimmed the end flush with the edge of the bag, you can splice…[Read more]
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troc started the topic DIY Dry Bag Score Line Mistake in the forum DIY Packrafts 3 months, 1 week ago
I just received my first kit. I separated the scored portions at the bottom of the bag, but I didn’t realize the top was also scored until after I attached the 2 sided TPU ribbon piece. I don’t have quite enough of the ribbon to redo it on the correct part. Is it a better idea to weld the other side of the ribbon to the bag’s top (creating a…[Read more]
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mttgilbert replied to the topic Paddling flatwater with a dog in the forum DIY Packrafts 3 months, 1 week ago
I made the two person for my dog (55lb english lab) and I plus camping gear and I’ve really liked it. There’s plenty of space and weight capacity. I have a closed cell foam piece cut to fit the front of the boat for the dog (simple blue closed-cell sleeping pad, which doubles as the dogs bed in camp).
I was hesitant about the canoe style sea…[Read more]
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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic Paddling flatwater with a dog in the forum DIY Packrafts 3 months, 2 weeks ago
Hi Sam,
Other than the Ultralight, any model will handle a 50 lb dog without popping. For alpine lakes, I would probably choose an Atlin (the largest size), because it’s wider in the foot area so there’s more room to share between the two of you. If you were going to be paddling with the pup for hours at a time, I’d consider a Skeena XL for even…[Read more]
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SamWestover started the topic Paddling flatwater with a dog in the forum DIY Packrafts 3 months, 2 weeks ago
I’m in love with my Alpacka Wolverine for whitewater, but I’m interested in building one of your packrafts to be able to paddle on alpine lakes and quiet rivers with my dog, Lucy, who weighs about 50 lbs. I’m not looking to pack a lot of gear, though I guess I might have a backpack, if I’ve hiked in somewhere with the boat.
– Do you recommend…[Read more]
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Matt (Admin) wrote a new post 5 months ago
Discount at Charity Auction
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 $25 […] -
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Matt (Admin) wrote a new post 5 months, 1 week ago
MasterSeal Zippers in Stock
The MasterSeal airtight zippers are back in stock! The MasterSeal and SuperSeal zippers are made by TIZIP, the world leader in airtight zippers, […] -
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Matt (Admin) wrote a new post 6 months, 1 week 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 6 months, 1 week 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 6 months, 2 weeks 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 6 months, 2 weeks 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 6 months, 2 weeks 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 6 months, 2 weeks 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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