Note: DIY Packraft is no longer selling packraft plans. In order to reproduce my plans, I looked into various printing options and quickly discovered I would lose money if I stuck to my goal of keeping the price to $20 Read more
I made this video today to introduce my packraft and some of the techniques and materials I used to make it. Check it out and let me know what you think!
That’s the weight of this packraft prototype. I have far surpassed my goal of keeping it lighter than 1 kg… I’m pumped!
This weekend I went paddling with some friends on a local lake – they in kayaks and canoes, and me in my newly finished DIY packraft prototype #3. I’m happy to report that it performed well and, just as importantly, Read more
Sorry I’ve been a bit slow to respond to inquiries – I recently moved to an acreage where I have to set up satellite internet… it should be installed next week. Then I’ll be working on some instructions to go Read more
Soon I will be posting pictures of my completed DIY packraft prototype and notes about construction techniques and, if people are interested, links to plans and materials. This has been a slow process because I have been making my packraft Read more
Until now, the packraft market has been dominated by expensive brands offering a limited range of boats, with few options for customization. Owners complain of flaws in their rafts and boats that are heavier than advertised, but what can they Read more