US$460
The Ahu (to move forward) 4-piece paddle is the perfect combination of strength, performance and weight. Ideal for lakes, seas, rivers and whitewater, the Ahu will get you where you want to go.
Strong enough to be reliable for wilderness adventures, light enough for multi-day approaches and with excellent performance, the Ahu is the perfect packraft paddle.
The Ahu breaks down to four pieces for carrying, and quickly clips together with our unique NoTwist system to get you on the water.
| Blade Size | Our regular blade is suitable for all paddlers, for whitewater and touring paddling. Our large blade is suitable for strong paddlers pushing into more difficult whitewater, where more power is important. |
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| Paddle Length | The length of your paddle is a deeply personal choice, but here is some guidance. Most people will use a 202 – 204cm paddle. If you're a shorter person (170cm, 5' 7" or less), a 202cm paddle will be ideal. If you're taller than this, look for a 204cm or longer paddle. |
| Blade Offset | Again, a deeply personal choice. If you're not sure, choose 30 deg. |
| Blades | Multi-layer fibreglass with epoxy resin for strength. |
| Shaft | Carbon fibre for strength and stiffness. |
| Weight | 1.15kg / 2.5lb |
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Yes.
We assume that you have the necessary skills to rent a packraft and use it for your journey or adventure.
You are responsible for your own safety!
If you are unsure about your ability to complete a journey or adventure, get in touch.
Every packraft rental includes:
All this equipment is included in the price.
The cost varies depending on the packrafts you choose and your delivery method.
Choose your packrafts and head to the checkout to get a final cost.
You can choose to pay a 20% deposit up-front, and the remainder before courier or collection.
Absolutely.
We can courier your packraft to anywhere in New Zealand, so long as we have time between bookings to get it to you, and back in time for the next booking.
If you make a booking that we can’t achieve, we will let you know very quickly.
Absolutely.
Just select the correct option for your courier destination or collection address.
We automatically allow time between bookings to clean and maintain the packrafts.
Also, a packraft may be being couriered to or from another booking.
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The Kaihanu is our journey-ready double packraft, for journeys on lakes and non-technical rivers up to Class 2.
It is not self-bailing so isn’t suitable for more technical rivers, but is the perfect packraft for journeys such as the Hollyford Pyke Loop, or the Waimakariri Gorge.
The Kaihanu has a TiZip for internal storage.
If you’re looking for a double packraft for some whitewater, this is for you.
If we have no Kaihanu available this will also be great for those journeys.
The Taurua also has a TiZip for internal storage.
This is our self-bailing whitewater packraft. If you’re looking for a packraft to use in an adventure race though, see here.
| Men’s | Women’s | ||||||||
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| Height | Weight | Chest | Waist | Height | Weight | Bust | Waist | Hips | |
| XS | Not Available | 142 – 157 cm 5’4″ – 5’8″ | 41 – 52 kg 90 – 115 lb | 76 – 84 cm 30 – 33″ | 61 – 69 cm 24 – 27″ | 86 – 94 cm 34 – 37″ | |||
| S | 157 – 167 cm 5′ 2″ – 5′ 6″ | 52 – 64 kg 115 – 141 lb | 81 – 91 cm 32 – 36″ | 71 – 79 cm 28 – 31″ | 155 – 168 cm 5′ 1″ – 5′ 6″ | 50 – 61 kg 110 – 134 lb | 81 – 86 cm 32 – 34″ | 66 – 76 cm 26 – 30″ | 91 – 99 cm 36 – 39″ |
| M | 165 – 173 cm 5′ 5″ – 5′ 8″ | 59 – 75 kg 130 – 165 lb | 91 – 102 cm 36 – 40″ | 76 – 84 cm 30 – 33″ | 165 – 173 cm 5′ 5″ – 5′ 8″ | 59 – 70 kg 130 – 154 lb | 84 – 94 cm 33 – 37″ | 74 – 84 cm 29 – 33″ | 97 – 107 cm 38 – 42″ |
| L | 170 – 183 cm 5′ 7″ – 6′ | 68 – 88 kg 150 – 194 lb | 99 – 109 cm 39 – 43″ | 81 – 89 cm 32 – 35″ | 170 – 178 cm 5′ 7″ – 5′ 10″ | 68 – 82 kg 150 – 181 lb | 89 – 99cm 35 – 39″ | 81 – 91 cm 32 – 36″ | 102 – 112 cm 40 – 44″ |
| XL | 178 – 188 cm 5′ 10″ – 6′ 2″ | 84 – 102 kg 185 – 225 lb | 107 – 117 cm 42 – 46″ | 86 – 94 cm 34 – 37″ | 175 – 183 cm 5′ 9″ – 6′ | 79 – 95 kg 174 – 209 lb | 97 – 107 cm 38 – 42″ | 89 – 99 cm 35 – 39″ | 107 – 117 cm 42 – 46″ |
| XXL | 185 – 193 cm 6′ – 6′ 4″ | 98 – 111 kg 216 – 245 lb | 117 – 127 cm 46 – 50″ | 91 – 107 cm 36 – 42″ | 180 – 188 cm 5′ 11″ – 6′ 2″ | 91 – 100 kg 200 – 220 lb | 104 – 109 cm 41 – 43″ | 97 – 104 cm 38 – 41″ | 112 – 122 cm 44 – 48″ |
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not for the gnar
good for sun and sandflies and mosquitos and splashes
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The AR 350 is the best all-round adventure racing packraft on the planet.
It’s light, and extremely fast in whitewater. With a self-bailing floor there’s no need to stop and empty, saving you valuable race time.
The AR 350 has a TiZip for internal storage, keeping the packraft empty for yout o adopt the best paddling position you can for efficiency.
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The Inanga is a super-lightweight packraft designed for getting across a river, lake or estuary during a tramping trip.
It has no TiZip and is not designed for carrying a load for long distances; it’s perfect for when size and weight are important.
The Mōkihi is our ultimate journey packraft. This packraft will take you anywhere.
Designed to carry a load (your pack, your bike, a deer) for distances down rivers, across lakes.
Our rental Mōkihi packrafts have a TiZip for internal gear storage, a removable spray skirt and optional thigh straps if you’re heading to somewhere with some more serious rapids up to Class 3.
All of these features can be left behind if weight is critical.
The Hurunui is our high-performace whitewater packraft.
If you’re heading into the backcountry for some challenging whitewater up to Class 3 – 4, this is the packraft for you.
It’s a self-bailing packraft designed to perform in technical whitewater.
The Hurunui also has a TiZip for multi-day adventures.
The Whaiwhai is our packraft secifically designed for hunters.
It is larger than the Mōkihi and has a TiZip, additional tie-points and also a space for your dog!
TiZips are great. They give you access to your packraft, allowing you to store a lot of gear in your packraft for multi-day adventures.
BUT, there are some down sides….
TiZips require a LOT of care and maintenance, and can be prone to failure. A failed TiZip can be extremely difficult to repair or replace.
We do not offer warranties or guarantees for TiZips.
