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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic New users say "Hi" here to prove you are not a Spam Bot in the forum DIY Packrafts 5 years, 5 months ago
Welcome to the forum! You might find this post useful: https://www.diypackraft.com/2017/09/08/lightweight-fishing-float-tube/
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Matt (Admin) commented on the post, DIY Packraft Closed for ~August 5 years, 5 months ago
Thanks, Christian! I’m happy to hear you’re enjoying the builds! I will be posting lots of info about the route after I’m done, including maps, videos, gear lists, etc.
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Matt (Admin) wrote a new post 5 years, 5 months ago
Thanks to everyone who has supported DIY Packraft over the years!
I will be embarking on a solo packrafting expedition for several weeks later this summer. This is the trip I have been dreaming about for many […]
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Wish you a very enjoyable and safe trip. Please tell us more about your route! Would love to do something similiar in the future.
My Twelka and Two-Person packrafts are nearly finished (will post pictures when they are). I love to build these, so I’m eagerly looking forward to order two more kits (Skeena and Ultralight) in september.
Christian
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Thanks, Christian! I’m happy to hear you’re enjoying the builds! I will be posting lots of info about the route after I’m done, including maps, videos, gear lists, etc.
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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic Self bailers: water line and water level? in the forum DIY Packrafts 5 years, 5 months ago
Holes in the floor will lower the waterline somewhat. The amount will depend on a few factors, such as packraft model/size, paddler weight, and weight of gear carried. The best way to find out is to make a small hole in the packraft’s floor (where you plan to place one of the drain holes), load up the packraft with your typical gear, and then sit…[Read more]
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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic Heat-sealing tools in the forum DIY Packrafts 5 years, 5 months ago
Since the start of the pandemic, I have noticed it is taking much longer for Aliexpress parcels to arrive from China… hopefully this will improve as countries recover.
I’m not sure if this ships from the UK or China, but this appears to be the same type of leather iron, here on Amazon UK:…[Read more]
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Matt (Admin) commented on the post, Packrafting Paddles & PFDs 5 years, 5 months ago
Hi Chad, I checked the link but I can’t find any information about paddle specs, prices, or how to order…
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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic DIY Packraft Photos in the forum DIY Packrafts 5 years, 5 months ago
Beautiful!
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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic New users say "Hi" here to prove you are not a Spam Bot in the forum DIY Packrafts 5 years, 6 months ago
I saw your valve order – I will see what I can do 🙂
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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic Lightest 2+ person packraft in the forum DIY Packrafts 5 years, 6 months ago
Unfortunately I don’t offer an ultralight version of the 2-Person packraft because I don’t think it would be strong enough… the standard weight 2-Person kit is already quite light compared to any other comparable boat. Cheers!
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Matt (Admin) wrote a new post 5 years, 6 months ago
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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic Transportation and storage in the forum DIY Packrafts 5 years, 6 months ago
It sounds like your storage method is a good one! Your question inspired me to make a video showing how I fold and roll packrafts, and I’ve posted it here: https://www.diypackraft.com/construction/how-to/pack-carry-and-store-a-packraft/
Cheers!
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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic Help & Questions re: DIY Packraft Construction in the forum DIY Packrafts 5 years, 6 months ago
Hi Aaron – your welds look good, and it sounds like they are holding just fine. I usually see some variation in the transparency of the welds (especially in the yellow and red fabrics), so that’s nothing to worry about. Do try to use the roller to squeeze out the air bubbles, but they look fine.
I’m going to answer the other part of your question…[Read more]
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Matt (Admin) commented on the post, New Option: Self-Bailing and/or Inflatable Floor 5 years, 6 months ago
I haven’t tested this myself, so I would start by adding one drain to the finished packraft and then paddle around with it open to see where the water level equilibrates. If it’s acceptable with the just the seat, add the other drains and go for it. If it fills up with too much water, then I’d start thinking about a separate inflatable floor…[Read more]
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Matt (Admin) wrote a new post 5 years, 6 months ago
After Pilotpeat posted a question in the forum about packrafting paddles, I decided to make a permanent page to address the subject in the FAQ. Here’s the paddle page.
I also received an email from Kait P. […]
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Hi Chad, I checked the link but I can’t find any information about paddle specs, prices, or how to order…
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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic Multi Piece Paddle in the forum DIY Packrafts 5 years, 6 months ago
Excellent question, and I’m surprised it hasn’t come up before! You’ve prompted me to make a dedicated page about this topic (so it won’t get buried here in the forum over time). It’s a work in progress, but it’s posted here: https://www.diypackraft.com/faq/packrafting-paddles/
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Matt (Admin) commented on the post, The Perfect Ultralight Packrafting Water Shoe 5 years, 6 months ago
Thanks for the comment! That’s cool that they’ve integrated wire mesh into the drains to keep out most of the grit – I guess that’s the kind of attention to detail you get when you pay a bit more. Cheers!
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Matt (Admin) commented on the post, Bulk Fabric Sales Suspended 5 years, 6 months ago
Unfortunately I’m not aware of another source.
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Matt (Admin) wrote a new post 5 years, 6 months ago
Here are a few pandemic-related questions and their answers (plus a couple of rants), which I will update as things change:
Is DIY Packraft still making and shipping packraft kits? Yes! My region has been […]
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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic Help & Questions re: DIY Packraft Construction in the forum DIY Packrafts 5 years, 7 months ago
Usually leaks are caused by debris in the zipper: https://www.diypackraft.com/faq/why-is-my-airtight-zipper-leaking/
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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic Help & Questions re: DIY Packraft Construction in the forum DIY Packrafts 5 years, 7 months ago
Hi Aaron – sorry I didn’t see this until now. There’s a bug in the forum software that was holding posts with multiple pictures in a hidden section, waiting for moderation, but it wasn’t notifying me about them. Hopefully I’ve fixed it now… we shall see. Don’t be afraid to email me if you don’t get a response within a day or so.
Anyway, your…[Read more]
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