INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE PACKRAFT BEFORE USING IT Read the instructions carefully before using the packraft. Here you will find important information about safe use, assembly, maintenance, and storage. Please keep the instructions for future reference. SAFETY Kayaking involves...
For packrafts made of PVC, it is very important to dry them thoroughly after use and before rolling them up, if necessary. This is because PVC is not as stable as TPU. It is easily affected by the environment, and the outer coating can easily peel off. This is especially true for the tubes. Make sure...
Strange headline? The packraft that withstands water... Yes, that has actually become the case. We actually have to write a separate tab on this topic. Already in 2021 we wrote an article on FB about this. So to the point. Most packrafts on the market come in the material that we...
We are the ones supplying the packrafts to Sport Outlet under the Lars Monsen brand. Sport Outlet is selling the 2025 models this year (2026). These are equivalent to our Rávdu series, but usually in different sizes.
A TIZIP zipper on a packraft is very robust – but only if it is used and maintained correctly. Many problems (leakage, stiffness, wear) are actually caused by improper use over time. Here is a practical guide that will make the zipper last much longer: 🛶 Correct use in...
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Even though you have bought a packraft for several thousand kroner, there may be something wrong with the one you bought. Something may have happened during production, it was not checked well enough before it was packed and shipped, and transport may also have damaged the product. Therefore, it is wise to go over...
The glue is not about to come off! During production, the spray cover is welded to the packraft. When they weld, they use a double-sided tape to keep the spray cover and floor in place. This is the tape you see. This tape has no other purpose than to hold things in place...
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Large-scale test of packrafts Hunting and Fishing Test of packraft Kipara Char 265 Char 265 Test of Javri 260 Army green packraft Jávri 260 Recommended.no
Char: This is the top model, developed in collaboration with Lars Monsen. Best design and best materials: Imported Nylon 66 with super-strong layers of urethane. The materials used in Char are very expensive. This is reflected in the price. Char has proven to be a very safe...
The production and materials are of the highest quality, and the packrafts are manufactured in the same way as those from other serious suppliers. 2026 will be our 9th year, and Kipara has proven to be one of the best on the market. We have also won comparative tests against others...
Yes, the packrafts are very solid and stable. Many are surprised by how safe they feel in a packraft. Quote from Tursiden.net: “Stable and maneuverable are two keywords that describe paddling a packraft. Since you sit at the bottom, and it is relatively wide...
Packrafts are incredibly light and sturdy inflatable boats with a low packed volume. This makes it easy to travel in Norwegian nature. You can easily bring the packraft in your backpack. They weigh only 2-4 kg and can be packed down to the size of a sleeping bag. Packrafts can be used...
Yes. Kipara packrafts are made by a large and experienced manufacturer that has been producing inflatable products for many years. We have many types of packrafts to cover most needs. We are dedicated to good customer service. Feel free to contact us by email or phone!...
Kipara was established in 2017. The founder, Kolbjørn, is himself an avid fisherman and outdoorsman, and he quickly saw the advantages of a light and sturdy boat that fits in a standard backpack. With Kipara packrafts, he began developing high-quality packrafts at a lower price than...
For 2025/2026, we carry a range of models mainly divided into 4 groups: Rávdu, Jávri, Char, and Char Kevlar PVC – Rávdu series. Affordable and heavier material compared to Nylon TPU. Cannot withstand as much as the TPU models. An upgraded standard Nylon TPU...
