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NRS Riffle Packraft

  • 350 pound weight capacity
  • 17 pounds listed weight
  • 420D tube, 840D bottom, 150D floor
  • PVC-free TPU-coated nylon throughout
  • Inflatable seat and backrest, full-length inflatable floor

Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

An ultralight inflatable packraft for remote streams and finger lakes, with an inflatable floor and seat. Its capacity is limited, so it is not a heavy-duty raft.

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ASIN: B0CZY4NH79Model: 86089.01.100Category: Inflatable Rafts

Overview

Shallow streams and quiet finger lakes are the water this compact packraft is made for. The craft inflates and deflates quickly, and its open design plus nylon D-rings make gear easy to reach.

The full-length inflatable floor adds buoyancy and stability, and an inflatable seat with a backrest supports the paddler. Reinforcement inside the bow protects against wear from wading boots. The color is not specified.

Who it's for

Backcountry paddlers and anglers carrying their boat to remote water are the target. Groups and families should look at a larger raft.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Ultralight for carrying
  • Inflatable floor adds stability
  • Inflatable seat and backrest
  • Bow reinforcement for wading boots
Cons
  • Limited weight capacity
  • Color not specified

Performance notes

Inflating the floor adds both buoyancy and stability, so the boat tracks calmly on flat water. Reinforced bow fabric resists abrasion from boots, and the seat and backrest keep the paddler stable through riffles.

Where it stands among inflatable rafts

  • #8 most-searched brand and model of the 9 inflatable rafts lines we track (by search demand, not sales).

From the specs of the 12 inflatable rafts we list; not a test result.

Specifications

Model86089.01.100
Dimensions & fit
Weight Capacity Maximum350 pounds
Weight17 pounds
Construction & materials
Material Type420D nylon, dual TPU coated, PVC free
Bottom840D nylon, dual TPU coated, PVC free
Floor150D TPU-coated diamond nylon, PVC free
Seat150D polyester, TPU coated, PVC free
Included components
Included ComponentsNRS Riffle Packraft
Other details
ModelNRS Riffle Packraft

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Frequently asked questions

Is the NRS Riffle a full-size river raft?

No. It is described as a compact, ultra-lightweight packraft for remote water. The listing gives a 350 pound weight capacity and no seating count.

What is the NRS Riffle made of?

PVC-free TPU-coated nylon: 420D for the tube, 840D for the bottom, 150D for the floor and 150D polyester for the seat.

Where is the NRS Riffle packraft meant to be used?

The description names shallow streams, wading trips and finger lakes, from calm flats to riffles.