DIY Packraft | Damo | Activity https://www.diypackraft.com/members/damo/activity/ Activity feed for Damo. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:50:51 -0700 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 a607fd387e2e8317d2345cfa92237a1e Damo changed their profile picture https://www.diypackraft.com/activity/p/4629/ Sun, 18 Dec 2022 00:11:04 -0800 0 5a247d4a0c9da7d866105e68f84725db Damo's profile was updated https://www.diypackraft.com/activity/p/4628/ Sat, 17 Dec 2022 23:17:28 -0800 0 5864d27e2302fdbd99d8de2adc7c80ad Damo replied to the topic DIY Packraft Photos in the forum DIY Packrafts https://www.diypackraft.com/forums/topic/diy-packraft-photos/#post-16878 Sat, 17 Dec 2022 23:12:48 -0800 I finally found time from work and good weather to take the completed raft for a maiden voyage.  Compared to my Anfibio Delta MX rafts this thing is faster to paddle on the flat water, yes it would benefit from a skeg, so that will happen in the future.  The cockpit feels smaller (widthwise) than the Anfibio, but the side tubes are also bigger a…[Read more]

]]> 0 7c29da31719be7254ff5df3e9b98a7ed Damo replied to the topic Fabric suppliers in the forum DIY Packrafts https://www.diypackraft.com/forums/topic/fabric-suppliers/#post-16780 Tue, 22 Nov 2022 09:13:47 -0800 GP Packraft Seat/FloorI’m not really looking at self bailing at the moment. Here in Tasmania the water is always cold, especially in the creeks and rivers that start from the mountains. I’ve just ordered a two piece suit to ensure I stay dry (and therefore warmer).

I have attached an image of a floor I am wanting to build. These are about 150€ each and postage. So fo…[Read more]

]]> 0 bf3f1c8638a6dc0fca6cfce4ba14bc14 Damo started the topic Fabric suppliers in the forum DIY Packrafts https://www.diypackraft.com/forums/topic/fabric-suppliers/ Sat, 19 Nov 2022 09:59:06 -0800 Hi just wondering if anyone knows of a decent supplier for extra fabric.  I’ve looked around various suppliers, but no real luck with anything decently priced or fitting the requirements.  I’m wanting to make a few inflatable floors/seats.

I’m located in Australia if that helps, but I assume a local supplier here will be impossible to f…[Read more]

]]> 0 18283926298d4ba402c9523d83a7e16d Damo replied to the topic DIY Packraft Photos in the forum DIY Packrafts https://www.diypackraft.com/forums/topic/diy-packraft-photos/#post-16756 Fri, 04 Nov 2022 01:10:28 -0700 So it took about a week to build my Telkwa.  Sure I made a few errors – overheating certain areas – accidentally touching areas of TPU that I shouldn’t have touched.  But I am super happy with how it turned out – only 2 small leaks at completion that were fixed promptly with a touch up using the heating iron.

I would definitely make some c…[Read more]

]]> 0 03f1d10cd7b737f418bd81ffc72350a7 Damo posted a new activity comment https://www.diypackraft.com/2022/04/19/new-packraft-model-atlin/comment-page-1/#comment-18385 Mon, 25 Apr 2022 22:24:27 -0700 Thanks for the reply, considering I have a lot of shallow rivers in my area, I think the extra floor strength of the Telkwa is probably still a better option for me.

In reply to - Matt (Admin) wrote a new post Inspired by bikerafting, the Atlin’s wide bow creates a stable and buoyant platform for carrying large loads. For more information about the Atlin, watch the one-minute intro […] ]]> a82a7148d15990818dee1d65ad0c0abb Damo posted a new activity comment https://www.diypackraft.com/2022/04/19/new-packraft-model-atlin/comment-page-1/#comment-18351 Fri, 22 Apr 2022 16:03:21 -0700 So, apart from the extra load carrying capacity, what are the main benefits? Am I right in thinking it will actually be easier to put it together, due to the design of the bow? What water rating would you be happy to say it could handle, Class III? And does the slightly stronger tube material negate the need for the wrap around bottom fabric…[Read more]

In reply to - Matt (Admin) wrote a new post Inspired by bikerafting, the Atlin’s wide bow creates a stable and buoyant platform for carrying large loads. For more information about the Atlin, watch the one-minute intro […] ]]> 7c05ad7274b8f4ce7bc96ab06b9f088e Damo replied to the topic Convertible Spray Deck option in the forum DIY Packrafts https://www.diypackraft.com/forums/topic/convertible-spray-deck-option/#post-16047 Wed, 13 Apr 2022 09:47:54 -0700 I assume an extra long TiZip would be very expensive and a heavy duty YKK zip would not be waterproof. Velcro could be an option but it wouldn’t stand up to a wave dumping of water in a class 3+ river.

]]> 0 6b7a7f493748de51cb0583917f602068 Damo started the topic Convertible Spray Deck option in the forum DIY Packrafts https://www.diypackraft.com/forums/topic/convertible-spray-deck-option/ Tue, 12 Apr 2022 00:37:17 -0700 Hi, can the spray deck be installed with a few modifications to allow it to be removed/stored.  I was thinking maybe 2 long zips along the sides allowing you roll it up, and then adding a velcro flap at the rear to hold it in place when in use.  I noticed another member installed a similar option, but it looked like he designed and installed a c…[Read more]

]]> 0 aa4025b082f6532ab59757a518481b26 Damo replied to the topic New users say "Hi" here to prove you are not a Spam Bot in the forum DIY Packrafts https://www.diypackraft.com/forums/topic/say-hi-here-to-prove-you-are-not-a-spam-bot/#post-15989 Sat, 09 Apr 2022 05:17:46 -0700 New user, just waiting on Pre-Orders to become available again.  I already own 2 Anfibio Packrafts and I am interested in making my own for a comparison.  Located in Tasmania, Australia.

]]> 0 6e219c2b172f8f261a432a774f399994 Damo became a registered member https://www.diypackraft.com/activity/p/4471/ Mon, 04 Apr 2022 15:40:05 -0700 0