Alpacka Raft - Wolverine with TiZip®
Alpacka Raft - Wolverine with TiZip®
** Our pricing INCLUDES all import duties, clearance fees and GST applicable for imported goods entering Australia. Orders are fulfilled and dispatch from Pack Raft Australia’s workshop in Central VIC and include local Warranty & after sales care. Call us on (03) 9039 6224 if you require assistance in selecting your dream Alpacka Raft model - updated 1/7/24 **
Handmade in Colorado, USA
Colour / Material:
Alpenglow (Arctic Blue/Magenta/Yellow 210D)
Arctic Blue 420D
Available Sizes: Small, Medium, Large (aka Long)
Weight: Approx. ~3.3-3.7 (weight determined by configuration/material, see chart below for comparison)
Build Configurations: Self Bailer or Whitewater Deck
Integrated Stern TiZip - Cargo Zipper: as Standard (internal dry bags sold separately, available here)
Shape: Rally Hull
Tube Diameter: 10.6-inch
Fit: Whitewater (See sizing and specifications)
Valve: Temper assist valve for inflation and deflation
Attachments: 4 bow grab loops, 2 stern grab loops, 2 offset double D-Rings, 2 ankle loops, 2 multi-slot strap plates, and 2 strap plates
Seating & Rigging: 3/4 Length WW Seat, Foot Brace, Adjustable Foam Backband, Patented 4-point Thigh Straps
Materials: Proprietary 210-denier high count nylon hull and 840-denier ballistic nylon floor (Made in USA).
Includes: Alpacka Raft packraft, inflatable 3/4 seat, inflatable foot pillow, adjustable seat backband, integrated TiZip®, inflation bag, small basic field repair kit and ultralight stuff sack (Whitewater Deck configuration also include one-piece PEX coaming and ultralight spray skirt (XL tunnel Spray Skirt available upon request)
Alpacka Raft - wolverine
The Wolverine is built with Alpacka Raft’s Rally Hull, high-performance whitewater rigging, Cargo Zipper (stern TiZip®) internal storage system, and configured in either a Whitewater Deck or Self Bailer. The Rally Hull is Alpacka Raft’s highest performance whitewater hull with a center panel stern for stability and forgiveness and a rockered bow for punching over holes and carving eddy turns. The Wolverine is lower volume than the Gnarwhal for quicker engagement and predictable edging. The whitewater rigging includes an adjustable foam backband, ¾ length seat and foot brace and patented 4-point thigh straps.
Trying to choose between the mid-volume Wolverine and the high-volume Gnarwhal? You’ll love the Wolverine if you want squeeze as much as you can out of a rapid with a quick and easy to edge packraft that likes to hit every eddy and play feature, and boof off every lip. You’ll love the Gnarwhal if you want a forgiving and easy to paddle packraft that takes the intimidation out of paddling moderate whitewater, if you want to charge hard in bigger water and hydraulics, or if you need to carry a large cargo load on a long trip. Both the Wolverine and Gnarwhal can be reliably rolled by skilled boaters with thigh straps, but the Wolverine roll is a bit easier for most people. The Gnarwhal and Wolverine are sized to fit most average sized adults, but larger and heavier (over 6’0” and 100kg) paddlers will fit better in the Gnarwhal while smaller and lighter paddlers (under 5’7” and ~70kg) will fit better in the Wolverine.
Build Configurations - Self Bailer or Whitewater deck
The Wolverine Self Bailer is perfect for warmer conditions, quick entry and exit, and anyone that prefers a self bailing setup. It is slightly slower than the WW deck version when punching through waves and small holes, but it tends to stabilize in these situations which helps boaters navigate through tricky spots. If you swim, no dumping is required and you can just self rescue right back in. The seating system for the Wolverine features a 5-inch thick seat. Please note, there is a gap between the seat and the footbrace where your feet may be wet.
The Whitewater Deck is ideal for staying warm in cold conditions and maximizing performance in difficult whitewater. The Whitewater Deck features a large kayak style cockpit, one-piece pex coaming, and an ultralight spray skirt. Because the Whitewater Deck will not fill with water when pushing through a wave or hole, it maintains more speed and can punch through larger waves and stickier holes than the self bailing configuration. The seating system for the decked Wolverine features a 5-inch thick seat.
Cargo Zipper (integrated stern TiZip®) - aka the Cargo Fly
Alpacka Raft’s innovative Cargo Zipper internal storage system comes standard on the Wolverine. The Cargo Zipper features an airtight zipper installed in the stern of the boat to allow you to store your gear inside the tubes. The system provides drier and more secure gear storage and improved paddling performance due to a lower center of gravity.
Internal Dry Bags may be purchased separately and are designed to work with the Cargo Zipper system. The bags clip in place along each side of the tubes with a side release buckle and allow for better organization and weight balance than placing the contents of your pack loose inside the Cargo Zipper. They also act as additional balanced air chambers to make it easier to get to shore in the event of a puncture.
Sizing & Specifications
The chart below shows our recommended size based on your sit length and the Wolverine’s fit profile. To determine your sit length, sit against a wall with your legs flat (wearing your preferred paddling shoes) and measure the distance from the wall to your heels. The Wolverine is sized for a whitewater fit, meaning that a typical paddler in the recommended size will be able to deeply bend their knees for maximum engagement in the thigh straps for the most secure high-performance fit. You can size up or down for a more performance or relaxed fit.
*Max Capacity is the maximum total weight (paddlers and cargo) that the boat can reasonably carry in flatwater under ideal conditions. Actual capacity for any given trip will vary widely based on the paddler’s skill and water conditions. Please review our weight carrying capacity guide for further details.
*Weight includes all components except inflation bag, repair kit, and internal dry bags for Cargo Zipper.
**Packed size is a reference measurement based on folding each lengthwise edge of the boat to the center and rolling from the bow. There are many other methods of rolling and folding the boats that will result in a different packed size that may be more or less efficient for packing depending on the situation.
Pack Raft Australia has independently weighed boats constructed in the 420D material and found the weight difference from the same boat constructed in 210D material is generally approximately ~150-200grams heavier and slightly bulkier, but with improved rigidity and tear resistance.