- DIY Packraft

Matt (Admin) wrote a new post 7 years, 2 months ago

I borrowed this book from my local library and I liked it quite a bit, so I thought I’d post a review here in case you’re looking for a paddling book. I might make book reviews an occasional feature of the blog, […]

Matt (Admin) wrote a new post 7 years, 2 months ago

I’ve added a quick video to the inflation bag instructions page. If it helps you, please “like” it on Youtube 🙂

Matt (Admin) replied 4 years ago

It’s TPU coated ripstop nylon: https://www.diypackraft.com/faq/fabrics/

Matt (Admin) wrote a new post 7 years, 2 months ago

I made a quick video of me making an inflatable seat from a seat kit, to go along with the text+picture instructions. It’s not the current seat with dedicated tie-down points, but the shape and number of baffles […]

Matt (Admin) replied 5 years, 6 months ago

I haven’t experienced this, but I’m curious if you added reinforcing strips to the TPU side of the baffle-to-seat welds – I’ve always done that, but I can see how it might peel over time if you didn’t. I’m also curious if it’s happening at the ends of the baffles (close to the side of the seat) or somewhere in the middle. When you make your inflatable floor, I recommend extending the baffles fairly close to the edge of the floor so there’s no tension on the edge of the baffles when the floor is inflated… if that doesn’t make sense, send me an email and I’ll draw a picture. One other tip is to avoid over-inflating the seat… it’s more comfortable and there’s much less tension on the welds when it’s a bit soft. Cheers!
Matt (Admin) replied 5 years, 6 months ago

Thanks, Reed. Please let me know if it gets worse.
The 190 GSM fabric might be okay, but its tear strength is a lot lower than that of the 250 GSM fabric, so it probably depends on how you’ll use it. I haven’t tried it myself, so I can’t really advise you on that.

Matt (Admin) wrote a new post 7 years, 2 months ago

I noticed the FAQ menu was getting a bit long, so I’ve reorganized it to (hopefully) make it easier to navigate. I’m also adding some more content, such as this page I wrote about directional stability, or why […]

Matt (Admin) wrote a new post 7 years, 2 months ago

The airtight zippers and green fabric have arrived! Camouflage fabric should be here in about a week.

There’s a bit of a backlog of orders that were waiting for the zippers – I’ll do my best to get them shipped […]

Matt (Admin) wrote a new post 7 years, 2 months ago

I’ve uploaded a new video showing the V3 DIY Packraft construction process for those who have purchased a kit. The video password is the same as the password for the rest of the instructions. Have a look!

Matt (Admin) replied 7 years, 2 months ago

Thanks, Mark – I’m glad it’s helpful!

Matt (Admin) wrote a new post 7 years, 3 months ago

New Boston valves are now in stock! This is a slightly improved design over the previous Boston valves, with stronger plastic loops for keeping the parts together when they’re unscrewed. Best of all, the flange on […]

Matt (Admin) replied 7 years, 2 months ago

Hello – if you want to purchase fabric you can do so on the Shop webpage. Thanks!

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