PACKRAFTS
MRS packrafts have become our number one best-selling item, and it’s easy to see why. They are fantastic on so many levels: quality of material, lightweight, easy to assemble and pack up, great warranty and FUN! Our family loves exploring mountain lakes and canals near our home around the Rocky Mountains. While we have not personally gone through any rapids yet, lots of our customers have, and they love MRS packrafts for whitewater.
If you aren’t familiar with packrafting, one of the newer sports in North America, it can seem like these boats are too good to be true! They fit into a backpack (no more carrying around a big bulky canoe or kay) and are surprisingly easy to inflate with the screw-on airbag where you “catch” air and compress it into the boat. After about ten scoops of air from the airbag, the vessel is 90% inflated. A few more puffs from your mouth or an optional (not-included) pump, and your raft is buoyant and ready to go. Another surprising feature of these inflatable boats is how sturdy they actually are. When people first see them, they think they might tear easily, but they are very durable. In the improbable event of damage to the material, MRS offers a three-year warranty. Our good friend had his stuck in an underwater cave for months, and even after that crazy adventure, he was able to use his MRS packraft.
MATERIAL
The material is hand-made from high-quality urethane-coated nylon (not PVC or Hypalon like other cheaper boats on the market). This material is light, abrasion-resistant, UV tolerant, non-ageing, and flexible even at low temperatures. It has been specially treated to make a smooth, scratch-resistant surface. This creates a supple material for easy packing and folding. It is also easy to repair in the unlikely event that the packraft should need a patch.
MRS fully supports sustainable development and is deeply involved in the research and development of TPU-coated fabric. The TPU fabric in the MRS packrafts is all Swiss Bluesign®-certified, meaning that they are environmental-friendly and manufactured in a safe workspace.
DISTINCTIVE FEATURES
The Surveyor packraft has been designed to be as lightweight as possible while still retaining the iconic MRS streamlined hull. The centered seating position optimizes the boat's control ability, and the redesigned backrest provides even support while maintaining breathability. MRS opted to prioritize backpacking experience, and the Surveyor is a comfortable and capable packraft that is still lightweight. Tizip airtight zippers can be added to expand internal storage (ISS).
Please be aware when planning to use the Surveyor for rafting and other high-risk activities that the coating of this fabric is extremely thin.The floor is made of high-weave 210D material, which is great for general water sports. Use the skeg (included) to improve tracking when paddling.
The Surveyor now comes with the option of having a deck that can be used in a fully enclosed, or semi-open configuration. When not in use, it can be rolled up.
There are two available colours: white and olive.
The white option provides a cooler ride as it does not absorb heat from the sun. This also prevents fluctuations in air pressure, a convenient feature when you are in the sun all day. The white fabric is more susceptible to yellowing than other colors when exposed to ultraviolet rays. It is normal that the sunlight breaks down the molecules in the fabric, causing it to yellow over time. Store it in a shade location after use.
The total weight of the white Surveyor is only 2.4 kg (5.3 lbs), another advantage for the ultra-light packer. This fabric is extremely thin and if you use the Surveyor for activities that involve a lot of contact with rough surfaces, please be aware that the fabric may tear or become damaged.
The advantages of the olive Surveyor are that it is a great camouflage colour, the coating is slightly thicker than the white one, the scratch resistance is improved, and it is still light and easy to fold. The total weight of the olive Surveyor is only 2.7 kg (5.95 lbs).
Size:
-
Outer Length: 268 cm (105.5 inches)
-
Outer Width: 93 cm (36.6 inches)
-
Inner Length: 155 cm (61 inches)
-
Inner Width: 37 cm (14.5 inches)
-
Waterline: 251 cm (98.8 inches)
-
Waterline breadth: 89 cm (35 inches)
-
Tube Diameter: 28 cm (11 inches)
-
Seat height: 12 cm (4.7 inches)
-
Recommended weight: 130 kg (286.6 lbs)
-
Maximum capacity: 185 kg (407.85 lbs)
Weight:
-
Packraft only (White): 1950 g (4.2 lbs)
-
Total Weight (White): 2.4 kg (5.29 lbs)
-
Packraft only (Olive): 2290 g (5 lbs)
-
Total Weight (Olive) 2.7 kg (5.95 lbs)
-
Seat (removable): 190 g (0.4 lbs)
-
Backrest (removable): 152 g (0.3 lbs)
-
Skeg: 86 g (0.18 lbs)
-
Inflation bag: 135 g (0.29 lbs)
-
Pack strap: 25 g (0.05 lbs)
-
Tizip airtight zipper (internal storage): 88g (0.19 lbs)
(The weight may vary by ±1.5% in batches)
Specifications:
-
Coating thickness: 0.07mm (white) 210D
-
Coating thickness: 0.07mm (olive) 210D
-
Coating thickness: 0.10mm (olive) 70D
-
Silicone Coated Fabric: CORDURA@ 30D
Comparison Chart
MRS offers a three-year warranty.
Your friends will wonder where you got this fun, affordable, inflatable boat. Order yours today!
Please note that these products may ship in 2-3 weeks from the time you place your order, depending on how many we have in stock.
We offer FREE SHIPPING to all packraft orders in Canada. Discount automatically applied at checkout.
