Rapid Raft

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Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars
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The Rapid Raft from Uncharted Supply Co. is the lightest and most packable raft to ever be made available to the public.
Designed to fulfill a military request for rapid deployment and re-packing for fluid transition to the water, the Rapid Raft is an efficient and trustworthy mode of transport. Its durable and ultralight construction make it perfect for a variety of uses including:
  • Fishing
  • Backpacking
  • Camping
  • Hunting
  • Recreation
  • Navigating floods
  • Emergency water landings
This extremely durable 3 pound raft inflates in seconds and can hold 400 pounds.
We are often asked the difference between Rapid Raft 1 and Rapid Raft 2.

The Rapid Raft’s original purpose was for rapid water crossings. While air retention was extremely good, Version 1 would slowly lose air over several hours, requiring 2-3 puffs on the one-way valve every few hours.

The popularity among kayakers and all-day use cases took us back to the drawing board. Version 2 features a new closure system, which while may not appear to be much different, now retains air for several days. We’ve achieved this by a combination of a slightly different construction and a lighter weight, stickier material at the opening, creating a tighter seal.

Features

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Features

Ideal for quick water crossings

Inflates in seconds via manual quick-fill function

No inflation pumps or tools needed

One-way valve allows user to adjust craft air-pressure, rigidity and buoyancy

Deflates in seconds once closure is opened

Deploys and packs away quickly

Portable, ultra-small and ultra-lightweight

Durable materials and watertight welded seam construction

Multi-use raft, shelter and sleeping pad.

Materials

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Materials

  • 200D Plain Weave Nylon TPU single laminate main tubes
  • 210Dx235D High Tenacity Nylon TPU double laminate quick fill mouth
  • 400D Plain Weave Nylon TPU double laminate floor

Dimensions

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Dimensions

Weight: 3 lbs 13 oz

Length: 72"

Width: 33"

Weight Capacity: 400 lbs

Pack size: 5 x 5 x 15

Chambers: 1

Fill Time: 1-2 Minutes

Inflate your raft

4.5
Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars
54 Reviews

Unbuckle and unroll raft

Unfurl and pull in a scooping motion to gather air

Fold down strap and roll excess tightly together

Buckle the clasp firmly shut

Top off using the one way valve

4.5
Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars
Based on 54 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 37 Total 4 star reviews: 13 Total 3 star reviews: 1 Total 2 star reviews: 2 Total 1 star reviews: 1
93%would recommend this product
54 reviews
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    Casey B.
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 days ago
    Perfect Raft

    We do an annual caribou hunt every fall up in Alaska and the one thing we have always wished we had was a super light weight but sturdy raft to navigate the back and forth travel of the river we hunt on. After testing the raft in a local stream by my house I am confident we have found what we have been wishing for.

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    Chris G.
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    I do not recommend this product
    Rated 2 out of 5 stars
    6 days ago
    Deep Water Only

    Not a review guy at all, but wanted to provide caution! I bought this at a archery event last year for my kiddos to use on multiday raft trips mainly in our home state of Montana. We have used this less than 6 times. This week went to inflate and noticed multiple pin holes in the bottom of the boat. Huge bummer b/c I had high hopes for a pack raft that would roll up and not take up a ton of room in a dry box.

    The boat was never used in any aggressive waters but surely has hit rocks in lower water (N/ Fork Flathead, Smith, Madison). I think that if the boat was used only in water that was 5' or greater, you will be fine.

    We did contact customer service to discuss any options and have not heard back. We ended up selling it to someone willing to take the chance and repair the 3 pin holes that were found.

    Further, when the boat did work, we found that the sidewalls would often "fold" and allow water to come in, requiring more air via the blow tube. I would say this happened more often than not.

    I'm sure it's fine in deep non moving water (high lakes, ponds, etc...) but would caution anyone with plans on using in a river or moving water situation. This boat is very mission specific.

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    Uncharted Supply Company
    6 days ago

    Chris,

    Thank you for the review! We responded to your email yesterday, we'd love to send you a replacement raft.
    Thank you!

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    Robert H.
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    Rated 3 out of 5 stars
    1 week ago
    Not as easy as it looks

    Ok, nice idea, piece of mind knowing I have it but hope I never have to use it because it’s not as easy as they show in the video clip - definitely took me several tries to get it so so filled and then plan on using a lot of blowing power from yourself into that little tube to get it filled, interesting concept but not for the novice or elderly in my opinion!

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    Eric
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    I do not recommend this product
    Rated 1 out of 5 stars
    3 weeks ago
    Three failed rafts

    PLEASE DONT WASTE YOUR MONEY! I had purchased a rapid raft that failed at all of the taped seams so I called the company and they would send me a new one, I received the second raft and it already had dirt in it and a small hole, I said "I'll just patch the hole and it will be fine" the taped seams failed the first time out making it my second failed rapid raft. I contacted them once again and they send me the new version that they said "corrected the problems". This is new version worked for about 3 outings and then started leaking at the seams again. I have never left a review for any product in my life but this is probably the WORST product that I have purchased in my life

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    KC L.
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 weeks ago
    Innovative Quality

    Great design. Easily and quickly inflates. High quality materials and components.

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