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JoeD commented on the post, Success! New packrafts tested. 5 years, 5 months ago
Hi Matt,
Any chance we can get the new design, but without the wrap around floor? I’d want beefier fabrics than the ultralight kit (210D tubes, 410D floors), but would like the ease of construction and improved paddling speed compared to the V3. I’m not sure the type of water I’m in warrants the wrap around floor.
Thanks,
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JoeD commented on the post, New Ultralight DIY Packraft – Updated 5 years, 6 months ago
Can we order the new design with standard fabrics? That is, 420D floor and 210D tubes? I know the new Telkwa model has the new design but it also has the wrap-around floor which I wouldn’t need, so I’d rather save the weight. But I like the new design for the faster construction time and faster flatwater travel compared to the V3.
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JoeD replied to the topic "Voyageur" extra huge. in the forum DIY Packrafts 6 years, 5 months ago
Hey Derek,
Great build. I’m actually just starting on building my own plus-size voyageur, but even larger to accommodate two kids (about 100″ long).
Any other general tips you want to share? It sounds like sealing that inside tube seam during construction might be a good approach. I have loads of Aquaseal but none of the 3M stuff you…[Read more]
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JoeD replied to the topic Multi-person Voyageur Size in the forum DIY Packrafts 6 years, 7 months ago
Hello again Matt.
I’m ready to get a kit and thought I’d ask about specific lengths of material here, in case anyone else is interested in expanding the Voyageur. I’ll explain what we’re after so you can guide us to exactly how much extra material. The plan is to make an interior length of 100 inches, or 37 inches longer than the standard 63 inch…[Read more]
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JoeD replied to the topic Multi-person Voyageur Size in the forum DIY Packrafts 6 years, 8 months ago
Thanks Matt! Really appreciate the reply, even if you don’t have a definitive length for me. I think confirming that 1 paddler could handle a long boat is helpful. If anything it seems the longer boat will fare better on the mellow lakes and rivers we’ll use (your “Tracking, or Directional Stability” article makes that point with regard to…[Read more]
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JoeD started the topic Multi-person Voyageur Size in the forum DIY Packrafts 6 years, 8 months ago
Hello all,
Very excited to come across this site. I’m planning on buying the Voyageur 2 person kit but first wanted to ask Matt or any others with experience a few questions about sizing.
Right now I’d like to fit me, (5’10” tall), my wife (5’4″) and our 2 year old. But this fall there’ll be another new addition to the family, which means next…[Read more]
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