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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic Cheap prototyping/ pattern making in the forum DIY Packrafts 1 week, 1 day ago

The Klymit LiteWater Dinghy appears to be made with the woven fabric on the outside, and pretty much all packraft seats are made that way, too, so you’ll probably be okay, depending on what you’re designing.
Incidentallawyer replied to the topic Cheap prototyping/ pattern making in the forum DIY Packrafts 1 week, 1 day ago

I found that for some quick and dirty modeling, clear plastic did work, good tip! It was more of a proof of concept rather than an actual design, but I might try a full scale mock up with it.

I know with all the packraft kits the TPU is on the outside, but my design would leave the TPU on the inside, basically attaching two flat sheets…[Read more]
Matt (Admin) replied to the topic Cheap prototyping/ pattern making in the forum DIY Packrafts 1 week, 3 days ago

When I was designing my first packrafts I used a roll of clear plastic vapor barrier from the hardware store (used for house construction) and the tape they sell for sealing it. My prototypes weren’t completely airtight, but close enough to judge whether or not they were the right shapes when inflated.
Incidentallawyer started the topic Cheap prototyping/ pattern making in the forum DIY Packrafts 1 week, 3 days ago

I am trying to design some patterns to make a replacement floor for my existing ducky. It has a heavy PVC inflatable floor, and I want to make a new one out of TPU with some nice zippers to add storage.

Does anyone have any ideas of materials and processes that I could prototype my patterns and fit?

I’m thinking Tyvek, maybe some glue and…[Read more]
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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic Atlin and Telkwa tracking and speed in the forum DIY Packrafts 3 weeks, 3 days ago

Sounds good!
pipesg replied to the topic Atlin and Telkwa tracking and speed in the forum DIY Packrafts 3 weeks, 3 days ago

Thanks and happy new year Matt!

I think I will opt fot the Telwa and try to round a bit the bow and/or stern.
Matt (Admin) replied to the topic Atlin and Telkwa tracking and speed in the forum DIY Packrafts 3 weeks, 4 days ago

Hi Pipe,

The speed difference between the Atlin and Telkwa is not much. I have only tested it a little bit with GPS on a lake, but it seems like the Atlin is about 10% slower (less than 1/2 km/h difference). On rivers, speed is less important because the river does most of the work for you.

If the packraft’s length is critical, you can make the…[Read more]
pipesg started the topic Atlin and Telkwa tracking and speed in the forum DIY Packrafts 3 weeks, 6 days ago

Hi all,

After long time knowing of this page and using some of the knowledge Matt share (thanks!!!) to make some TPU gear different to packrafts. I have decided to try a packraft. I actually have an IK but some laws in Spain do not allow to use rafts longer than 2.5 meters in many areas, but allow to use less than 2.5 meters rafts (float tubes…[Read more]
pipesg replied to the topic New users say "Hi" here to prove you are not a Spam Bot in the forum DIY Packrafts 1 month ago

Hi, not a bot and wishing to get into the packraft world and try one of Matt’s kits
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oldcanuck replied to the topic New users say "Hi" here to prove you are not a Spam Bot in the forum DIY Packrafts 1 month, 1 week ago

Gidday! I seem to DIY everything in my life, so might as well try out Matt’s kits. Looking forward to much fun on the water throughout Canada in the coming years … oldcanuck
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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic DIY Packraft Photos in the forum DIY Packrafts 1 month, 2 weeks ago

The postal strike ended today – yay!

I’m sure I have a scrap of fabric big enough for you. Send me an email and we can work out it.
Matt (Admin) wrote a new post 1 month, 2 weeks ago

Postal Strike Ended (updated) Canada Post is back to work now, and all of your orders are on their way to you. Let’s hope there aren’t too many delays as they try to catch up […]
Matt (Admin) wrote a new post 1 month, 2 weeks ago

FedEx & Purolator Shipping Available As the Canada Post workers strike drags on, I’m working to add new shipping options to the DIY Packraft shop. FedEx has been working for a while […]
Offgrid replied to the topic DIY Packraft Photos in the forum DIY Packrafts 1 month, 3 weeks ago

About 61 x 50 CM. Any movement on the strike?
Matt (Admin) replied to the topic DIY Packraft Photos in the forum DIY Packrafts 1 month, 3 weeks ago

Very cool indeed!

I’m glad that the damage wasn’t too bad. If you email me with the dimensions you want, I’ll see if I have a large enough scrap I can set aside for you.

Cheers!
Offgrid replied to the topic DIY Packraft Photos in the forum DIY Packrafts 1 month, 3 weeks ago

The pack is made out of the TPU coated dyneema woven fabric from RSBTR (venom). It has a frame, is 60 liters and weighs 2 lbs. (907 grams). It has compartments for tent, water bladder, quilt/pad, Bear Vault 500, clothes and now a DIY packraft. I have your Skeena and Ultralight and either of them will fit in top compartment. The Advanced Elements…[Read more]
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