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Pilotpeat started the topic Foot Rest? in the forum DIY Packrafts 3 years, 9 months ago

I haven’t been able to find any previous threads about foot rests. We sized up our Skeenas so we have a bit of extra length to use them with BikeRafting. This means we have some extra room between our feet and the inside front of the raft. I expect we sometimes may not have gear with us and am thinking about using some of the extra material to m…[Read more]
Pilotpeat replied to the topic Seam Grip Adhesion? in the forum DIY Packrafts 3 years, 9 months ago

Closing the loop here, I got some of the SeamGrip +WP and it seems to work much better. It also has a stronger smell. I had kind of wondered about the +SIL version because it didn’t have much smell and I had seen references to SeamGrip being strong smelling. Thought maybe I just wasn’t that sensitive to it.
Pilotpeat replied to the topic Seam Grip Adhesion? in the forum DIY Packrafts 3 years, 9 months ago

Ok, thanks for checking. I have identified 3 small areas that have small leaks so wanted to make sure before I used the original stuff. Found some of what I believe is the original type you were using and have it on order. Does this look right?
Pilotpeat replied to the topic Seam Grip Adhesion? in the forum DIY Packrafts 3 years, 9 months ago

I’m not seeing any current products on the Gear Aid website that state they work with Polyurethane. I thought I was safe going with Gear Aide Seam Grip and didn’t realize there were 5 or 6 different versions.
Pilotpeat replied to the topic Seam Grip Adhesion? in the forum DIY Packrafts 3 years, 9 months ago

Oh bummer. I have the whole raft completed except tiedowns! I’ll have to do what I can through the T-zip.

Looking around now I’m finding a several different versions of SeamGrip.

SeamGrip+SIL (silicone coated fabrics)

SeamGrip +WP (nylon, canvas, vinyl, rubber)

SeamGrip, white & blue tube (coated and uncoated polyurethane)

AuquaSeal+FD…[Read more]
Pilotpeat replied to the topic Seam Grip Adhesion? in the forum DIY Packrafts 3 years, 9 months ago

I used Gear Aid Seam Grip. I just noticed when I checked the link where I bought it that it also has “+SIL” Not sure if that matters?

A few of the seams I powdered after they were cured 24+hrs. Others I just left alone. All had cured a week plus before I had this issue.
Pilotpeat replied to the topic Seam Grip Adhesion? in the forum DIY Packrafts 3 years, 9 months ago
Pilotpeat replied to the topic Seam Grip Adhesion? in the forum DIY Packrafts 3 years, 9 months ago
Pilotpeat started the topic Seam Grip Adhesion? in the forum DIY Packrafts 3 years, 9 months ago

First packraft is 99% done, just need to take care of a few minor air seeps and finishing touches like tiedowns.

Ran into an issue with the seam grip near the end of the assembly process after partially turning the raft inside out to seal the forward seam, it seems like the seam grip didn’t adhere in some areas and also it fractured along the…[Read more]
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Pilotpeat commented on the post, The Perfect Ultralight Packrafting Water Shoe 4 years, 5 months ago

I have a pair of toe shoe like shoes (different brand, I think Body Glove?) that I found on sale at Cabela’s a number of years ago. They work great for getting across the rocks/mud/sand in and out of my hard shell kayak. They have drain holes in the bottom with wire mesh so nothing big get in but they do get a little grit or light sand inside if…[Read more]

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Pilotpeat started the topic Multi Piece Paddle in the forum DIY Packrafts 4 years, 5 months ago

I’ve done some searching in the forum but haven’t found what I am looking for yet. Looking for information about paddles that break down into 3 or preferably 4 pieces. What is everyone using? What kind of budget should I be looking at? What is a reasonable weight?

Based in the US if that matters.

thanks!
Pilotpeat replied to the topic New users say "Hi" here to prove you are not a Spam Bot in the forum DIY Packrafts 4 years, 6 months ago

Hi from Washington State. I just received my first pack raft kit, looking forward to getting started on it!

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