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- Page 1 ALPACKA RAFT OWNER’S MANUAL #thisispackrafting Cargo Series...
- Page 2 CONTENTS: Sheri Tingey and her son Thor built the first Alpacka Raft by hand in their Chugiak, Alaska basement in October of 2000. Their goal was to create a lightweight backpackable raft that could withstand the rigours of the Alaskan wilderness, like the 600-mile traverse of the Brooks Range that Thor and four friends had completed that summer.
- Page 3 GNU FEATURES C2 Seat Cargo Fly (Optional) Stern Valve Grab Loops 1-inch Triangle for C2 Seat Dump Valve C2 Seat Top Off Nozzle Touring Seat Features Description: C2 Seat – Inflatable center seat provides rigidity and support for kneeling like a Bow –...
- Page 4 EXPLORER 42 FEATURES Cargo Fly 3/4-Length Inflatable Seat (Optional) Stern Grab Loops Valve Single D-Rings for Backband Features Description: Single D-Rings for Backband – Stainless 1-inch Made in USA for attaching Bow – Front of the packraft • • backband for front paddler. Backband sold separately. Stern –...
- Page 5 FORAGER FEATURES Cargo Fly Inflatable Self Bailing Floor (Standard) Stainless Stern D-Rings Valve Stainless D-Rings Lashing Strap Plates Features Description: Stainless D-Rings – Stainless 1-inch Made in USA D-Rings for attaching Bow – Front of the packraft • • handles, frames, and cam straps. Stern –...
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Page 6: Safety Warning
A punctured tube will result in an immediate immersion in the water and you must be prepared to deal with the resulting danger. Familiarize yourself with your boat's capabilities and limitations. Due to the wide variability of water conditions and obstacles, Alpacka Raft makes no claims as to Alpacka rafts suitability for or durability against specific bodies of water and physical obstacles. - Page 7 GNU BASIC SETUP Seating Systems Setup – The Gnu can be configured with either a C2 style seat that Deflating – To deflate, remove the valve cap and twist the valve core to the right. allows the paddlers to kneel on either side like a whitewater C2 style canoe or a Roll the boat from the bow to remove additional air.
- Page 8 Installation - The Gnu C2 Seat attaches to the Gnu via a series of aluminum hooks which connect to heavy duty loops which are welded into the floor of the Gnu. There are also two 1-inch male quick release buckles at each end of the C2 Seat which connect to corresponding female quick release buckles on the boat.
- Page 9 The Gnu Whitewater Deck is essential for running most whitewater in the Gnu as it will keep the two paddlers dry and keep the boat maneuverable when going through waves and rapids. The Gnu Whitewater Deck is recommended for use with the Gnu C2 Seat, which provides the most control in whitewater.
- Page 10 Inflation and Deflation - The Gnu Touring Seats are inflated and deflated with a 1/4-inch elbow valve. You can inflate them with your mouth or a small hand pump adapted with a short section of 1/4-inch surgical tubing. Note – As with our packrafts, do not leave a tightly inflated seat unattended in the sun as it can burst from the rapid increase in air pressure.
- Page 11 After tempering, screw on the valve cap to prevent any leakage while boating. NOTE – LEAVING YOUR ALPACKA RAFT IN THE SUN UNATTENDED CAN CAUSE THE AIR PRESSURE IN THE CHAMBER TO RAPIDLY RISE, WHICH CAN LEAD TO FAILURE OR PERMANENT DAMAGE.
- Page 12 NOTE – One of the most important considerations in using your packraft is the NOTE – LEAVING YOUR ALPACKA RAFT IN THE SUN UNATTENDED CAN CAUSE way it feels to you – how comfortably it fits and how easy it is to enter and exit.
- Page 13 CARGO FLY SETUP/CARE/MAINTENANCE Internal Dry Bags - The Cargo Fly Overview - The Cargo Fly is the Installation – Both ultralight Care & Maintenance - Follow these simple steps ultimate packraft gear storage system includes two internal dry standard dry bags (except Forager) can to keep your Cargo Fly TiZip SuperSeal®...
- Page 14 STORAGE/CARE/MAINTENANCE Alpacka rafts are low-fuss, low maintenance boats. They're designed for people who are hard on gear. Part of our goal has been to build boats that don't need a lot of attention either on the river or off it. Your boat will endure a lot of abuse. Very little is needed to keep your boat in "fighting trim" from year to year.
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Page 15: Repair Guide
REPAIR GUIDE Always bring a repair kit and know how to use it. - Almost all field repair is Pinholes and Small Tube (<1”) Tears about knowing how the repair materials you have work and thinking through Clean and dry the affected area. •... -
Page 16: Limited Warranty
Limitations of Liability To the extent allowed by applicable law, except for the obligations specifically set forth in this warranty statement, in no event shall Alpacka Raft, LLC or its third party suppliers be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages. -
Page 17: Service And Support
Whether you have questions about your boat, need assistance with a repair or warranty claim, or just want to share some pictures of your latest adventure, you can contact us for assistance at: Alpacka Raft P.O. Box 1091 192 S. Main Street Mancos, CO 81328...
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