Alpacka Expedition - Versatile Packraft

VERSATILE
The most versatile packraft in Alpacka's lineup, the Expedition is fully adaptable to a multi-week wilderness traverse, weekend adventures, or lapping the local whitewater run. The ultimate Scandinavia ready packraft for flatwater, lightwater, and whitewater.

LIGHTWATER
Alpacka's highest performance lightwater packraft, the Expedition particularly excels on shallow splashy rivers that require super quick turns and tight eddy catches. Less experienced and warm water paddlers should consider the self-bailing Gnarwhal. Optional thigh straps recommended.

WHITEWATER
With the optional thigh straps, the Expedition is great packraft for up to Class III+ whitewater. Expert paddlers may be able to paddle harder sections up to Class IV, but we recommend a more performance model like the Mage or Valkyrie if that is your focus. Beginner and intermediate whitewater paddlers or larger and heavier paddlers should consider the Gnarwhal for a more forgiving and learning focused whitewater packraft.

EXPEDITION vs CARIBOU
The Expedition is a much better whitewater and lightwater performance packraft than the Caribou, which makes it the choice for packrafters looking for a versatile packraft with a whitewater focus. The Caribou is lighter and more compact, especially in the Open build and is a better option for more of a flatwater to lightwater focus. The Caribou’s late rise bow is a better choice for awkward or bulky items like bikerafting.

EXPEDITION vs GNARWHAL
The Expedition and Gnarwhal are very similar designs, but with different intended uses. For the versatile packrafter, we recommend the Expedition for colder climates or if you prefer a deck and spray skirt. The Gnarwhal is recommended for warmer climates or if you prefer a self bailer. The Gnarwhal is also preferred for a beginner/intermediate whitewater focused packraft and for larger and heavier paddlers.

EXPEDITION vs MAGE
The Expedition is more versatile than the Mage for flatwater, lightwater, and backpacking uses, but is still a good whitewater model for experienced paddlers. The Mage is whitewater focused and will outperform the Expedition in all whitewater applications, especially larger and more powerful Class III and harder runs.

ATTACHMENTS
4 bow grab loops, 2 stern grab loops, offset D-Rings, ankle loops, 3 position thigh strap ladder plates, 3 position backband ladder plate

SEATING & RIGGING
Standard Lace-in Seat, Foam Backband, optional Patented 3-point Thigh Straps and WW Footbrace, PEX Rim Pole (Spray Skirt Sold Separately)

MATERIALS
Proprietary TPU coated 210d nylon hull and 840d nylon floor (Made in USA)

INCLUDES
Inflation Bag, Stuff Sack, Cargo Fly Kit, and Basic Repair Kit

WHITEWATER DECK without Thigh Straps:
The standard Whitewater Deck is Alpacka's driest and warmest configuration for the Expedition. It is ideal for colder water and cool climates. The Whitewater Deck features a large kayak style cockpit and one-piece PEX spray skirt rim (Spray skirts sold separately). This build has attachments for 3-point thigh straps and a WW Footbrace, which can be purchased separately.

REMOVABLE DECK without Thigh Straps:
The Removable Deck features the same cockpit as the standard Whitewater Deck, but with a perimeter zipper for converting to an open boat for more relaxing days. The Removable Deck maximizes versatility for the broadest range of paddling conditions, but is not as dry in lightwater and whitewater as the Whitewater Deck. This build has attachments for 3-point thigh straps and a WW Footbrace, which can be purchased separately.

CARGO FLY ZIPPER:
Alpacka's innovative Cargo Fly internal storage system comes standard on the Expedition. The Cargo Fly 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 Fly 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 Fly. They also act as additional balanced air chambers to make it easier to get to shore in the event of a puncture.

PADDLER SIZE CHART*
Small - Under 170cm
Medium - 168 - 180cm
Large - 175 - 188cm
X-Large - 186 - 198cm

*The Expedition is designed for a true to size fit with enough knee bend to engage the thigh straps, but keep your legs more extended for better downriver performance. If you are in between sizes, the smaller size will generally provide more positive thigh strap engagement.

WEIGHT CAPACITY:
With multiple sizes, the Expedition will fit most paddlers up to 230lbs | 105Kgs. Larger paddlers should consider the Gnarwhal. Cargo weight recommendations are 20-40lbs | 9-18Kgs for maximum whitewater performance, up to 60lbs | 27Kgs for general purpose, and up to 100lbs | 45Kgs for extended trips on larger rivers.

DIMENSIONS*
Exterior Length
Small - 90.5in | 230cm
Medium - 93.5in | 237cm
Large - 96in | 244cm
X Large - 98.25in | 250cm
Exterior Width
Small - 34.75in | 88cm
Medium - 35in | 89cm
Large - 35in | 89cm
X Large - 35in | 89cm
Interior Length
Small - 42.5in | 108cm
Medium - 46in | 117cm
Large - 49in | 124cm
X Large - 51.5in | 131cm
Interior Width at Hips
Small - 15in | 38cm
Medium - 15.5in | 39cm
Large - 15in | 38cm
X Large - 15.5in | 39cm
Packed Size*
9 x 22in | 23 x 56cm
*Due to the handmade nature of Alpacka's packrafts, dimensions are averages and will vary slightly from boat to boat.

WEIGHTS*
- WW Deck Base Weight
Small - 6.0lb | 2720Grams
Medium - 6.25lb | 2835Grams
Large - 6.5lb | 2950Grams
X-Large - 6.75lb | 3060Grams

- WW Deck Kitted Weight
Small - 7.25lb | 3290Grams
Medium - 7.5lb | 3400Grams
Large - 7.75lb | 3515Grams
X Large - 8.1lb | 3675Grams

- WW Deck Complete Weight
Small - 8.2lb | 3720Grams
Medium - 8.4lb | 3810Grams
Large - 8.6lb | 3900Grams
X Large - 9.0lb | 4080Grams

- Removable Deck Base Weight
Small - 6.5lb | 2950Grams
Medium - 6.75lb | 3060Grams
Large - 7.0lb | 3175Grams
X-Large - 7.3lb | 3310Grams

- Removable Deck Kitted Weight
Small - 7.8lb | 3540Grams
Medium - 8.0lb | 3630Grams
Large - 8.4lb | 3810Grams
X Large - 8.7lb | 3950Grams

- Removable Deck Complete Weight
Small - 8.6lb | 3900Grams
Medium - 8.8lb | 3990Grams
Large - 9.1lb | 4130Grams
X Large - 9.5lb | 4310Grams

Weight Capacity
With multiple sizes, the Expedition will fit most paddlers up to 104 kg. Larger paddlers should consider the Gnarwhal. Cargo weight recommendations are 9–18 kg for maximum whitewater performance, up to 27 kg for general purpose, and up to 45 kg for extended trips on larger rivers.

*Due to the handmade nature of Alpacka's packrafts and natural variances in weights between different colors and production runs in our fabrics, all weights are averages and will vary from boat to boat.

**Base weight is the boat only. Kitted weight includes the seating and rigging (excluding thigh straps and WW footbrace ~10oz | 280Grams). Complete weight is everything in the stuff sack at shipping.