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WHITEWATER BUYER ’ S G UID E

PACKRAFTS
KOKOPELLI PACKRAFT
Nirvana Self-Bailing
Kokopelli’s premier self-bailing packraft, the Nirvana is engineered to keep you above
the water with an industry leading self-bailing design. This allows water in the boat to drain
automatically as you crush rapids. Designed with a narrow trim, aggressive rocker on the bow
and a large-volume stern, the Nirvana performs best in class I to class III and offers excellent stability.
It weighs 9.2 pounds (4.2 kilograms) and packs down to the size of a sleeping bag.
LENGTH: 7'6" • WIDTH: 37" • WEIGHT: 9.2 LBS • CAPACITY: 300 LBS
KOKOPELLIPACKRAFT.COM | $1,299 USD
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KOKOPELLI PACKRAFT
Recon Self-Bailing
The Recon is the most durable packraft in Kokopelli’s fleet. The Recon Self-Bailing
weighs in at 17.9 pounds and is constructed of a heavier duty PVC for extra durability.
Featuring a full-length inflatable floor, a Leafield D7 valve and thigh strap attachment points,
the Recon is built for performance. The Recon excels on rivers and is a top choice for your favorite
after-work roadside runs.
LENGTH: 7'6" • WIDTH: 37" • WEIGHT: 17.9 LBS • CAPACITY: 300 LBS
KOKOPELLIPACKRAFT.COM | $999 USD
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CATARAFTS
AIRE
Sabertooth
This R2 beast is great for the challenges of paddling big, technical whitewater.
Features include AIRE’s standard lace-in thwart system for dialing in the perfect
position, a quick-draining mesh floor and built-in foot cups and cross tubes.
LENGTH: 12'10" • WIDTH: 5' • WEIGHT: 74 LBS • NUMBER OF PADDLERS: 2
AIRE.COM | $3,399 USD
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AIRE
Wave Destroyer 12
Built for experienced boaters looking to challenge big water, the radically
kicked tubes rip through waves and are ready to take on class V rivers.
Available in four sizes for running high class water or the occasional extended
trip. This cataraft changes your local class III to IV section of whitewater into
a playground of possibilities. The Wave Destroyer 12 is light, sporty and prefect
for day trips.
LENGTH: 12' • WEIGHT: 56 LBS • NUMBER OF PADDLERS: 1
AIRE.COM | $2,899 USD
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