Alpacka Raft - CLASSIC
Alpacka Raft - CLASSIC
** Our pricing INCLUDES all import duties, clearance fees and GST applicable for imported goods entering Australia. Orders are fulfilled and dispatch from Pack Raft Australia’s workshop in Central VIC and include local Warranty & after sales care. Call us on (03) 9039 6224 if you require assistance in selecting your dream Alpacka Raft model - updated 15/01/24 **
Handmade in Colorado, USA
Weight: ~2.4-3.7kg (weight determined by sizing and configuration, see specifications chart below)
Available Sizes:
Small (Alpaca)
Medium (Yak)
Large (Llama)
Available Material / Colour Options:
Cedar Green 210D
Blue Berry 210D
Slush Puppy 210D
Build Configuration:
Open
Whitewater Deck
Removable Whitewater Deck
Cargo Zipper - stern TiZip® - aka Cargo Fly: Optional (internal drybags sold separately, available here)
Shape: Classic Hull
Tube Diameter: 11.7-inch
Fit: Relaxed (See sizing and specifications)
Valve: Temper assist valve for inflation and deflation
Attachments: 4 bow grab loops, 2 stern grab loops, and 2 strap plates
Seating: Classic Seat Bottom and Inflatable Seat Back
Materials: Proprietary 210-denier high count nylon hull and 840-denier ballistic nylon floor (Made in USA).
Includes: Alpacka Raft packraft, inflatable seat and backrest, inflation bag, small basic field repair kit and mesh stuff sack (Whitewater Deck models also include one-piece PEX coaming and ultralight spray skirt (XL tunnel sizing available upon request)
The Alpacka Raft - Classic
Way back in 2000, after suffering through endless tears and repairs of our cheap “pool toy” quality boats, Alpacka Raft had a dream of making a true wilderness worthy packraft—a boat that was light enough to fit in a backpack yet would not let you down in the cold, rocky rivers of the Alaskan Arctic. Thus, the original Alpacka Raft was born and a new era of packrafting began. Little did Alpacka know packrafts would not only change backcountry travel, but also deliver a fun and easy new way to enjoy your local rivers and lakes. As packrafting has evolved, so has our original line-up of the Alpaca, Yak, and Llama. Alpacka have returned to their roots with the Classic, a simple, elegant packraft with options to fit every budget.
The Classic keeps it simple with Alpacka’s adventure tested Classic Hull, a no fuss seating system, minimalist attachments, and bombproof materials and construction. Configure it exactly to your liking with Open, Whitewater Deck, and Removeable Whitewater Deck build configurations. You can also add Alpacka’s innovative Cargo Zipper stern TiZip® internal storage system.
Build Configurations - Open, Whitewater deck or Removable whitewater deck
The Open configuration is Alpacka Raft’s simplest, lightest, and most economical build configuration. It’s perfect for anything where you don’t need the extra protection and performance of a spray deck or self bailer.
The Whitewater Deck is Alpacka Raft’s driest and warmest configuration for the Classic. It is ideal for all water types in cool climates and the highest performance option for whitewater. The Whitewater Deck features a large kayak style cockpit and includes a one-piece PEX coaming, and an ultralight secure fitting spray skirt. XL spray skirt tunnel size available upon request.
The Removable WW Deck features the same cockpit as the standard Whitewater Deck, but with a perimeter zipper for converting to an open boat for more relaxing days. The Removable WW Deck maximizes versatility for the broadest range of paddling conditions. It is drier than the (older) Cruiser Deck, but not as dry as the standard Whitewater Deck in waves, splashes, and whitewater. The one-piece PEX coaming and ultralight spray skirt are included standard. XL spray skirt tunnel size available upon request.
Cargo Zipper - stern TiZip® - aka Cargo Fly
The Cargo Zipper is the ultimate packraft gear storage solution. It features an airtight TiZip® zipper installed in the stern of the boat to allow you to load your gear inside the tubes. The system provides drier and more secure gear storage and improved paddling performance due to a lower center of gravity. The Cargo Zipper is perfect for expeditions, whitewater performance, and keeping your gear dry in any conditions. Cargo Zippers are Optional on all Built-to-Order Classics.
Internal Dry Bags may be purchased separately and are designed to work with the Cargo Zipper system. The bags clip in place along each side of the tubes with a side release buckle and allow for better organization and weight balance than placing the contents of your pack loose inside the Cargo Zipper. They also act as additional balanced air chambers to make it easier to get to shore in the event of a puncture.
Sizing & Specificaitons
The chart below shows Alpacka Raft’s recommended size based on your sit length and the Classic’s fit profile. To determine your sit length, sit against a wall with your legs flat (wearing your preferred paddling shoes) and measure the distance from the wall to your heels. The Classic is sized for a relaxed fit, meaning that a typical paddler in the recommended size can fully extend their legs and not touch the bow unless they point their toes when sitting in the boat. You can size up or down for a more performance or relaxed fit.
*Max Capacity is the maximum total weight (paddlers and cargo) that the boat can reasonably carry in flatwater under ideal conditions. Actual capacity for any given trip will vary widely based on the paddler’s skill and water conditions. Please review our weight carrying capacity guide for further details.
*Weight includes all components except inflation bag, repair kit, and internal dry bags for Cargo Zipper.
**Packed size is a reference measurement based on folding each lengthwise edge of the boat to the center and rolling from the bow. There are many other methods of rolling and folding the boats that will result in a different packed size that may be more or less efficient for packing depending on the situation.