{"product_id":"packraft-med-spray-deck-cuma-gear-prx","title":"Packraft with Spraydeck - Cuma Gear - PRX","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePackraft with spraydeck – PRX – Cuma Gear – Olive and Black.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA packraft is honestly one of the coolest things I’ve tried in a long time.\u003cbr\u003eIt’s always great with new gear, but honestly, it’s extra great when the new piece of gear just fits perfectly, and that’s the case with the PRX packraft from Cuma Gear.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe first packraft trip went to Sweden together with Jesper Hede from \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Bushcraft Denmark - Jesper Hede\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bushcraftdanmark.dk\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBushcraft Denmark\u003c\/a\u003e, where we tested the packraft on both lakes and streams (with rocks and challenges), and it’s some of the most fun we’ve both had in a long time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe advantages of the Cuma Gear expedition packraft are easy to spot.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst of all, we could carry all our gear including a packraft in our backpack – which is great if you also want to hike.\u003cbr\u003eThe packraft including paddles, bags, seat, and everything that comes with it weighs only 5.6 kg in total. The packraft alone weighs only 3.75 kg.\u003cbr\u003eIt can easily be packed down to take up very little space. \u003cbr\u003eThe paddles were strapped to the side of the backpack, where we also had our sleeping gear, tarp, clothes, trip food, first aid kit, etc.\u003cbr\u003eThis makes it easy to get going on a trip and have a vessel with you without it being a problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a packraft? And what does PRX stand for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- I should probably mention that before I continue.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn short, a packraft is a kayak\/canoe you inflate, and when it’s deflated, it takes up and weighs so little that you can carry it in your backpack.\u003cbr\u003eBut don’t be mistaken, it’s a sturdy piece of gear you feel safe and secure in, even on a lake when it’s windy.\u003cbr\u003eA packraft sits quite stably on the water when you paddle it, unlike a canoe which can tend to tip a bit and be a bit lively, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe center of gravity lies low in a packraft because you sit at the bottom of the vessel, so it rests calmly and stably on the water surface.\u003cbr\u003ePRX stands for Packraft Expedition – because with this robust packraft, you’re ready to go on trips both in Denmark and abroad.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn short, a packraft is the perfect combination of functionality, user-friendliness, and comfort. It makes you agile in the terrain and gives you the opportunity for many experiences that would otherwise be hard to get.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA packraft is easy to transport; you can easily take it on your bike and on public transport. When you’re out on a trip, it has the advantage that you can carry it easily. If you reach a part of the water that’s hard to pass, for example due to rocks or vegetation, you can easily carry it over one person and continue paddling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe PRX packraft comes with a spraydeck.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome packrafts don’t have a spraydeck, but this one does, and trust me, you’ll want it. \u003cbr\u003eThe spraydeck opens easily as it attaches to the packraft with velcro on the left side and a zipper on the right side. This means you won’t get stuck in the packraft if you capsize, and you have the option to roll the spraydeck up at the bow, so you can also use your packraft without the spraydeck.\u003cbr\u003eBut overall, the spraydeck keeps you from getting soaking wet. When you paddle, water will easily come into the boat, which you largely avoid with a spraydeck.\u003cbr\u003eYou can choose to keep your gear under the spraydeck depending on size, or as I prefer, secure it with the tie-down straps at the front of the packraft. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBecause when your gear is placed so far forward on the packraft, the backpack hardly gets wet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIncluded with your packraft PRX from Cuma Gear:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 paddle – can be disassembled into 4 parts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Orange stuff sack with carrying stopper.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Bag for inflating the packraft (pump bag). It works by attaching the pump bag to the valve, opening it at one end, and rolling it up so the air is pressed into the packraft. It takes about 10 pumps.\u003cbr\u003eHowever, we often use a flextail automatic air pump – it’s super easy, and it takes up very little space and weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatches – in case you get a hole, so you can weld a new one on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA recommendation\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eI especially like to bring a small \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Flextail zero pump\" href=\"https:\/\/survivalstore.dk\/products\/zero-pump-flextail\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFlextail zero pump\u003c\/a\u003e with me. It has the advantage that it can both inflate the packraft for you and also suck the air out again. You can also easily do it without, using the included pump bag, but honestly, it’s easy with a Zero Pump. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHere’s how to prepare your PRX packraft.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.\u003cbr\u003eUnpack the packraft and 'finger-tighten' the innermost valve ring (make sure the innermost valve is screwed in properly).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2. \u003cbr\u003eInstall the seat, backrest, and fin before inflating. \u003cbr\u003eInflate the backrest by mouth by opening the valve and closing it again before moving your mouth. \u003cbr\u003eThe seat has the same valve as the packraft, so tighten the innermost valve ring and open the outer one. Use a pump or pump bag to inflate. \u003cbr\u003eThen the seat is secured by pulling the included cords through the holes on the seat and \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003ethe packraft, to secure the seat in case of capsizing\u003c\/span\u003e. \u003cbr\u003eThe backrest straps are threaded through the welded slots on the packraft and through the adjustment buckle on the backrest.\u003cbr\u003eThe fin at the back of the packraft is first slid into the front fin slot on the underside of the boat, then pulled back into the rear fin slot so it is secured at both ends. It’s simple when you have it in your hand.\u003cbr\u003eThe cord on the fin is tied securely to the fin and to the nearest attachment point on the packraft. The cord should be a few centimeters longer than needed so it hangs slightly loose when tied. It’s not uncommon for there to be large stones just below the water surface that can occasionally tear the fin off, so it’s handy to have a cord so it can be reattached.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e3.\u003cbr\u003eOpen the outer valve ring and attach the pump bag or a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Flextail zero pump\" href=\"https:\/\/survivalstore.dk\/products\/zero-pump-flextail\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFlextail Zero pump\u003c\/a\u003e and pump air into the packraft. If using the pump bag, screw it onto the valve. The thread screwed onto the packraft valve should not be tightened hard, just finger-tight.\u003cbr\u003eIt takes 2 - 5 minutes to inflate depending on the method and your physical condition :-)\u003cbr\u003eIf you use an electric pump, you will likely need to add some extra air to the packraft using the pump bag.\u003cbr\u003eThe packraft should be inflated firmly. On sunny days, it may be necessary to add air as it expands slightly when warm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4.\u003cbr\u003eThe paddle clicks together, and the angle can be adjusted as needed and preferred\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf paddling without a spray deck.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe spray deck is zipped on and rolled up towards the bow (front) where it can be tied off.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIf paddling with a spray deck.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOpen the velcro side, inflate the triangle on the spray deck.\u003cbr\u003eAdjust the cockpit opening (where you sit) with the elastic cords (note that it is not recommended to paddle with a jacket or anything hanging over the cockpit edge, as you can get stuck in case of capsizing)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5.\u003cbr\u003eYou are ready to hit the water.\u003cbr\u003eIf you have gear, you can keep it under the spray deck, or it can be strapped to the front of the packraft using the 4 tie-down straps. Once secured with cords or straps, push the packraft into the water. Choose a spot without sharp rocks or where you might get stuck.\u003cbr\u003eCheck your shoes for small stones if you’re paddling with shoes on.\u003cbr\u003eJump in and settle yourself, close the spray deck  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e6. \u003cbr\u003eYou are ready for the coolest packraft trip.\u003cbr\u003eAlways remember your life jacket :-)  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe packraft is more durable than we initially thought; it handles rocks, currents, etc. without problems, and we pushed it hard! I did manage to make a couple of nicks in my paddle, but I didn’t hold back either—we were there to test the gear ;) So you might need to buy a new paddle at some point if, like me, you enjoy a bit of roughing it out there.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications - Packraft with spray deck - Cuma Gear - PRX\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIncluded parts and weight \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePackraft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eColor - Olive \/ black\u003cbr\u003eTube diameter - Ø 30 cm \u003cbr\u003eLength - cm\u003cbr\u003eWidth - cm\u003cbr\u003eMaterial - 210D coated TPU Nylon 66 \/ Bottom 840D coated TPU Nylon 66  \u003cbr\u003eWeight - 3.75 kg \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCarry bag with straps\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eColor - Orange \u003cbr\u003eMaterial - Nylon \u003cbr\u003eShoulder straps included \u003cbr\u003eWeight - 220 grams\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePump bag\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eColor - Black \u003cbr\u003eMaterial - Nylon \u003cbr\u003eWeight - 260 grams\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFin and repair kit\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eColor - Black and Olive\u003cbr\u003eWeight - 100 grams\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eBackrest and seat\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eColor - Black \u003cbr\u003eMaterial - Welded Nylon\u003cbr\u003eWeight - 380 grams\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaddle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eColor - Aluminum and black \u003cbr\u003eMaterial - Aluminum and black ABS plastic \u003cbr\u003eWeight - 920 grams\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CUMA GEAR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54876996960604,"sku":"2324566","price":6995.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1334\/4537\/files\/Packraft_med_spraydeck_Cuma_Gear_PRX_olive_2.png?v=1751621916","url":"https:\/\/survivalstore.dk\/en\/products\/packraft-med-spray-deck-cuma-gear-prx","provider":"Survivalstore.dk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}