UPDATE: For the reviewers complaining about the "kink" ... its really a non-issue. I've had two of these and both have a kink sometimes depending on how the raft blows up. It does not affect the performance of the raft in anyway once you sit in it. Also, a kink can be eliminated for the most part if you use your lungs for the final "top off" pressurization. You basically hold the bag close by the fitting and then blow into that as hard as you can (you'd be surprised at how taught the raft can become). Even if you don't do that a kink literally goes to normal once you are out on the water (unless the raft is severely under inflated). When I bought this the raft was about 120 bucks. I feel at its current price its pushing the envelope on price. I can say I had a few years on the first raft going down some rougher stuff and fishing. The second raft was a replacement sent to me free by Kylmit (1st raft had the spot welds of the seat fail). The 1st raft was fixed with using inflatable boat sealant and given to my brother. Its very beat up but useable. Now I bought a more durable russian made packraft for about 2x the price of this one. I still use the kylmit on nice days but the larger raft is preferable if you want to stay dry or its cold.
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Ok... for a long time i wanted to try out packrafting, but no way could I stomach the price for something like an alpacka. Saw this thing online and tried to research it a bunch but there was literally no reviews or much youtube footage. I heasitated for a while then saw a review by PATMAN on youtube that finally sold me on it. Glad I bought it.
First let me say this is no way an alpacka raft but that being said its no way near as heavy and for the price its great. Secondly you will get wet. Don't expect this to be as dry as a kayak... its not that. packrafting is not a dry sport anyhow.
However, This thing is extremely packable (loaf of bread size), and can be blown up and taken down in mins. I've had this thing out on ponds and some rivers. It actually can be paddled. Again, not a kayak but way better than swimming.
The material seems fairly solid... its not a pool toy but not as tough as my zodiac boat either. Also its not that pool material madeout of PVC, its feels more cloth like. Definately durable and light (did I say VERY Light... cuz it is). The shape is just plain odd, but it works. You look like a dork in the thing, but i gotta say i was grinning ear to ear.
Its definately a niche product, but a blast for when you want something to float around on, fish from, camping / hiking and need to cross pond, river, or lake. I weigh 200 lbs and floats me more than fine. Its a really well thought out package w/ its bag that doubles as an inflator. I'm sure this thing will be fun for quite some time. Being out 5-6 times I already feel like i have gotten my moneys worth.
Also, it adds to the variety of hiking / camping you can do drastically. hike up river, float back down... camp on islands, cross rivers ect.
| Brand | Klymit |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 454 Grams |
| Material | Polyester |
| Color | ORANGE-2020 |
| Style | Kayak |
| Seating Capacity | 1 |
| Weight Limit | 3E+2 Pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 76"L x 45"W x 12"H |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00846647006858 |
| Model Name | Klymit LiteWater Dinghy Packraft |
| Manufacturer | Klymit |
| UPC | 846647006858 |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 10.79 x 8.98 x 5.35 inches |
| Package Weight | 1.2 Kilograms |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 76 x 45 x 12 inches |
| Brand Name | Klymit |
| Warranty Description | Limited Lifetime |
| Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
| Part Number | 14LDBL02C |
| Model Year | 2020 |
| Included Components | Packraft, Stuff Sack, Patch |
| Size | One Size |
| Sport Type | Camping & Hiking, Outdoor Lifestyle |
