Ep 5, Packrafting for beginners: What packraft to buy!

Packrafting for beginners: What packraft to buy!
With so many different types and styles of packrafts on the market, the choice is huge! It's so difficult to work out which packraft to buy.
In this episode we look at many different types of packraft available.
We take a look at the following packrafts: MRS, Nitrogen, Anfibio Nano RTC, MRS Minnow, MRS Surveyor, Anfibio Revo XL, Anfibio Sigma TX, Alpacka Caribou, MRS microraft, MRS Nomad, MRS Viking Evo, Anfibio Omega C2.
Links to specific packraft review videos:
Anfibio Nano RTC: • Anfibio Nano rtc. Ultr...
MRS Surveyor: • MRS Surveyor packraft....
Anfibio Sigma TX: • Overview of the Anfibi...
Anfibio Omega C2: • Anfibio Omega C2, Two ...
MRS Nomad S1D: • Test paddle of the MRS...
MRS Microraft: • MRS Microraft Packraft...
Anfibio Revo XL: • Anfibio Revo XL Packra...
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[@remoeisner2613]

We have several Alpacka Packrafts since more than 4 years and couldn't be happier. They never failed and have for sure the best quality.

[@timcarter264]

Great info and super video. Thanks!

[@aspireroaming]

Enjoyed that Martin. Even though I absolutely love my mrs microraft. It's nice to see alternatives as I'm trying to persuade my mate to change from a normal 20 odd kg inflatable kayak to a packraft for them multi day trips in Scotland. His is fine on the broads but when it comes to expeditions .it's where these things really shine

[@THE-RIVER-RAT]

Fantastic review, and information

[@Vildmark]

Thank you

[@Willabsolutkeinalias]

I bought a Mrs Microraft and a Current-raft Arrow, i Love them both

[@tipiandraft]

You have a nice collection haha 😁👍🏼

[@jonashubalekwhiskyandthewild]

Brilliant informative video for somebody like me who is planning to start with packrafting trips. My problem is I've got two labs I do outdoor stuff with and I would like to take them with me. The idea is 2/3 days trips with pack raft, walking and on water. I really like Anfibio Sigma TX packraft from your video, 200 kg limit is ok but not sure whether there is enough space..? Alternatively I could have that last one in video you reviewed but it looks a bit bigger and heavier to carry.. Is there any waterproof floating bag I could pull my rucksack behind the boat on rope to save space in the raft perhaps? Or is it silly idea? Which one you would recommend for me and two labrador dogs? Thank you Jonas

[@Vildmark]

Hi there. I think the sigma tx might be a bit small for two labs. One would be ok but two I think too small. The last one, the Anfibio omega c2 is perfect. It’s not heavy at all it’s about 2.2kg without the inflatable floor. For two labs I would recommend a C2 packraft. Have a look at this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rnLGdZZpd9yVo6Msi=yppPl4nYLdFEdfdc I have a 5% discount code available on any Anfibio packraft.

[@jonashubalekwhiskyandthewild]

@@Vildmark Thank you again. Very helpful indeed and I think I will go along with your recommendation.

[@Vildmark]

@jonashubalekwhiskyandthewild the great thing about that packraft is that it can be paddled twin blade or single.

[@reviewsandprojects]

Nice comparison vid, but the price! 🤕for a quick river crossing, or anchored boat to shore type thing I'm going for a $100 inflatable kayak. They're around 1kg and while a lighter weight material if I bust one on something - not likely given the use case, than I'll just buy another one and still be $'s of dollars ahead.

[@Nell-Hamilton]

Where are you finding 1kg kayaks for 100$? The intex cheapies are a lot of fun but weigh over 10kg

[@redclover619]

Thanks for all the information. I’m shocked at how pricey they are. I bought an inflatable kayak for £100. Would love to get one though 😊

[@Vildmark]

The materials used in a inflatable kayak are much more inferior than the tpu used in Packrafts and that’s where the price comes from. It really depends on what you use these craft for and how many times. Also the weight of a pvc kayak is much more than a packraft. They are expensive but it’s an investment.

[@redclover619]

@@Vildmark Yeah looking at how light these are is amazing. My kayak is so heavy and it takes up as much space as a suitcase. I’m looking to go out on the sea & fish from it,mind you a new SIB is £600 lol

[@Vildmark]

@redclover619 that’s true. But look at how more versatile a packraft is compared to a sib. If you’re going out on the sea then have a look at the mrs nomad kzbin.info/www/bejne/gp3KoJRsgKurmposi=6FXpdZ01n-18igYm

[@redclover619]

@@Vildmark Will do thank you. I bought a tentbox lite 2.0 at camping show last week. So lots of adventures on the way 😎

[@psychonaut6074]

I'm sure the materials are more expensive in packrafts, but I also think manufacturers are milking the trend. For example, Decathlons packraft was sold for around € 550 last year. This year, it is € 950. That's more than just inflation and supply chain issues.

[@mikeyseibert1406]

No fishing pack rafts?

[@epics8034]

Since today I have owned an MRS Baracuda R 2 Pro. I am very happy to use this when I have transportation by car. However, the total weight and pack size is a bit large for a walk of more than 3 miles. Now I'm thinking about purchasing a 1-person Paccraft. I'm deciding between the MRS Microraft and the Anfibio Rebel 2 K. What would you do?

[@Vildmark]

Personally, I’m a lover of the Microraft, the rebel 2k is lighter but I just love the Microraft. Love the fact that the deck can be removed completely. Where do you live? Maybe I have a discount code for you to use.

[@michajura3670]

Nice video, I'm considering buying a packraft. It would be used mostly for day or weekend trips. While paddling I wouldn't mind some fishing. I know you have experince with it. What would you recommend? I'm looking at a polish brand Bushraft Biker Classic Pro spraydeck version would be about £675. It's 420D and 840D floor, no tzips but ca ntake 2 60l bowbags. Seems liek a good deal.

[@Vildmark]

Sounds like a good price. I’ve not heard of them, I’ll take a look.

[@Vildmark]

For me the MRS Microraft is the best all round.

[@___Chris___]

Do you know what the weight capacity numbers mean exactly? I ordered the Anfibio Sigma TXLB+ yesterday. It supposedly has a weight capacity of 200 kg (or 130 kg with the self-bailer Venturi funnel opened), however, if I roughly estimate the total volume of the air chambers, it should have more than 200 l displacement even in an emergency situation with the raft filled up with water to the brim, the buoyancy of the multi-mat floor not even included. I can only guess that the capacity numbers are calculated for a certain design water line, however, a calm lake and white water are different animals. So what's your take on weight capacity? At what point are they only recommendations and when does it actually get critical? Is there any reason not to slightly exceed the numbers e.g. on a calm lake or for short river crossings? What exactly is the risk? Sinking or just getting a bit more wet? Especially the 130 kg with self-bailing seem a bit low and I don't understand what would happen. Maybe weight capacity would be a great topic for a dedicated video(?). Thanks for the video. Liked and subscribed.

[@Vildmark]

The 130kg (I’m guessing) is due to the pressure required to open the self bailer allowing water to flood into cockpit. As with the other numbers I’m not sure, I’ll hazard a guess that after that the packraft won’t be stable or handle very well.

[@hoser7706]

No Kokopelli?

[@Vildmark]

Never tried them. Perhaps that’s one to tryout

[@martinginsburg7222]

Save your $ on these ridiculously priced pool toys. For under $20 you can get the same light duty boat at any sporting good store. Been paddling those $20 ones for over 30 yrs before this hype started...

[@Vildmark]

If the $20 ones are as light as a packraft and as durable then please send the link to them.

[@charliemoreno8244]

I would to see your videos showing this.

[@luckysixteen9361]

Post a video of you running class V in it too…

[@Vildmark]

I would not attempt even a class II in a pvc kayak. There’s plenty of videos out there of people paddling class V in Packrafts. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gF61f6xnbreretksi=ZtOjNDjbAhwqmOB3

[@Adam_Outdoors]

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