After many iterations, I’ve come up with a thigh strap design that works well, is comfortable, and has an installed weight of only 130 grams (4.6 ounces) including the attachment points.
From now on, a set of thigh straps will be included with every Skeena, Atlin, and Telkwa kit. If you’d like to add some to an existing packraft, you can purchase a standalone thigh straps kit in the shop. Another option is to make your own using the plan below.
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