- DIY Packraft

Matt (Admin) replied to the topic Help & Questions re: DIY Packraft Construction in the forum DIY Packrafts 8 years, 11 months ago

In general, a good place to start is in piece #5 (either Left or Right) near the seam with piece #4 and on the down-slope on the outside of the tube. If you’re measuring during construction, that’s about 38 cm (15″) up from the corner between pieces 4 and 5 on the outside of the tube, and about 7 cm (2.75″) away from the seam.

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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic Help & Questions re: DIY Packraft Construction in the forum DIY Packrafts 8 years, 11 months ago

In general, a good place to start is in piece #5 (either Left or Right) near the seam with piece #4 and on the down-slope on the outside of the tube. If you’re measuring during construction, that’s about 38 cm (15″) up from the corner between pieces 4 and 5 on the outside of the tube, and about 7 cm (2.75″) away from the seam.

I recommend using…[Read more]
Matt (Admin) started the topic Tips & Tricks in the forum DIY Packrafts 8 years, 11 months ago

Please post any tips and tricks you have developed during construction of your DIY Packraft. I frequently update the How-To pages based on your feedback!

Note: If you wish to reply to a specific comment below, please click the grey “Reply” link above the specific comment you are responding to – then your comment will appear nested below that…[Read more]
Matt (Admin) started the topic Help & Questions re: DIY Packraft Construction in the forum DIY Packrafts 8 years, 11 months ago

Please post your DIY Packraft kit/plans construction-related questions here (or on the appropriate How-To page!).
Matt (Admin) wrote a new post 8 years, 11 months ago

Check out the pontoon boat my friend Tim of http://www.cubenmaker.com is making with the 210D heat sealable fabric! And guess what the weight is – only 11 lbs (5 kg) as tested, and probably closer to 13 lbs (5.9 kg) […]
Matt (Admin) replied to the topic DIY Packraft Photos in the forum DIY Packrafts 8 years, 11 months ago

Check out Andy’s red DIY Packraft!
Matt (Admin) commented on the post, Airtight Zippers Pre-Order Sale! 8 years, 11 months ago

Hi David, I currently just have one size (20″), which might not be long enough for you. Thanks, Matt

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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic DIY Packraft Photos in the forum DIY Packrafts 8 years, 11 months ago

Beautiful work, @tyler!
Matt (Admin) replied to the topic Heat-sealing tools in the forum DIY Packrafts 8 years, 12 months ago

That looks like a good solution, Hiroshi!
Matt (Admin) replied to the topic Heat-sealing tools in the forum DIY Packrafts 8 years, 12 months ago

That looks like a good solution, Hiroshi!
Matt (Admin) commented on the post, A few Multi-Color Kits Left (until resupply) 8 years, 12 months ago

Hi Matt – to clarify, there isn’t enough black fabric left for any floors – just enough for seams for a few boats.

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Matt (Admin) commented on the post, New Spray Deck (Pictures!) 8 years, 12 months ago

Hi Maradona! I demonstrate all of my skills and know-how in my videos and web pages, but Canada has some beautiful places for packrafting (follow @benbrochu on instagram for pictures!), so I think a trip to Canada would be better spent in the wilderness than in my basement 😉

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Matt (Admin) wrote a new post 8 years, 12 months ago

After a sudden increase in orders last month (thanks in large part to my new friends in Fairbanks, Alaska and Midway, Utah!), I have nearly run out of red, yellow, blue, and black 210D fabric. I have changed the […]
- Matt (Admin) replied 8 years, 12 months ago
  
  Hi Matt – to clarify, there isn’t enough black fabric left for any floors – just enough for seams for a few boats.
Matt (Admin) replied to the topic Heat-sealing tools in the forum DIY Packrafts 9 years ago

Some people have been having issues with their Clover Mini Iron II not getting hot enough (especially the 240V version sold outside North America). If you’re in this situation you could try wrapping the heating element and/or shaft with aluminum foil to insulate it so more heat is conducted through the shaft to the foot. Most of the iron’s heat is…[Read more]
Matt (Admin) replied to the topic Heat-sealing tools in the forum DIY Packrafts 9 years ago

Some people have been having issues with their Clover Mini Iron II not getting hot enough (especially the 240V version sold outside North America). If you’re in this situation you could try wrapping the heating element and/or shaft with aluminum foil to insulate it so more heat is conducted through the shaft to the foot. Most of the iron’s heat is…[Read more]
Matt (Admin) replied to the topic An improved tie down in the forum DIY Packrafts 9 years ago

Looks good! I think this is a good option for those with access to a sewing machine. Thanks for the tip!
Matt (Admin) replied to the topic An improved tie down in the forum DIY Packrafts 9 years ago

Looks good! Thanks for the tip!
Matt (Admin) replied to the topic Heat-sealing tools in the forum DIY Packrafts 9 years ago

Excellent – sounds like an easy modification 🙂
Matt (Admin) replied to the topic Reply To: Heat-sealing tools in the forum Heat-sealing tools 9 years ago

Excellent – sounds like an easy modification 🙂
Matt (Admin) replied to the topic Reply To: Heat-sealing tools in the forum Heat-sealing tools 9 years ago

Excellent – sounds like an easy modification 🙂
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