For outdoor enthusiasts, Kokopelli Packrafts opens a fun door to adventure, blending portability, durability, and innovation. Renowned for its lightweight and rugged designs, Kokopelli has revolutionized water exploration and play with rafts tailored to take you from remote alpine lakes to winding rivers to ponds on the ranch or range. The party trick of the Twain-Lite and XPD models is that they’re both light and compact enough to carry in one hand, travel with as luggage, or store in your vehicle (or on a shelf) for spontaneous or planned expeditions. We took a float in each at the Woodlife Ranch, in the Berkshires, Massachusetts, during our annual Gear of the Year shoot. We liked them so much that we didn’t want to come out of the water!

Kokopelli Packrafts: A Legacy of Innovation and Exploration

Founded in 2014, Kokopelli Packrafts has a singular mission: To enable exploration of the world’s waterways through packable, reliable rafts. Based in Denver, Colorado, Kokopelli blends advanced materials with an emphasis on sustainability and adventure. The company’s rafts are lightweight and small so they can be backpacked and one-person portaged but are durable enough to withstand most challenging conditions.

Twain-Lite Packraft: Ultralight Tandem Performance for Flat Water Adventures

The new Twain-Lite combines Kokopelli’s dedication to ultralight design and high performance. Made for multi-day adventures and carrying a load, it’s perfect to bring your bike, gear, tackle box, or a four-legged friend. Tipping the scales at just 13 pounds, the Twain-Lite boasts a Kevlar-reinforced floor and an inflated length of 10 feet, providing stability and durability on calm waters or mild-mannered rivers. Its removable tracking fin aids in stability.

Equipped with Kokopelli’s proprietary Leafield D7 valves, it inflates quickly and packs down small, making it ideal for remote hikes or multi-day forays where space and weight are at a premium. Its 400-pound capacity ensures it can handle gear with ease. The Twain-Lite’s versatility shines whether you’re fishing your own pond or navigating gentle river currents.

XPD Packraft: Rugged, Durable, and Ready for Whitewater Adventures

The XPD is Kokopelli’s most robust packraft, built to handle missions from technical river runs to demanding expeditions. With rugged PVC construction and reinforced seams, it’s designed to take a beating.

At 15 pounds, it’s slightly heavier than the Twain-Lite but remains compact and packable. Its self-bailing design includes integrated drain holes for quick water egress, making it ideal for whitewater and challenging conditions. The XPD also features a supportive EVA seat and a high-pressure floor for enhanced comfort and stability—whether you’re paddling rapids or enjoying calm water.

With a load capacity of 300 pounds and a durable nylon shell, the XPD is the packraft of choice for paddlers who demand versatility and toughness.

Versatility and Durability in Portable Watercraft

From the ultralight versatility of the Twain-Lite to the rugged durability of the XPD, Kokopelli Packrafts continues to redefine and excel in portable watercraft. Their light weight and small footprint make them great not just for travel, but for paddlers who might struggle with a larger, heavier boat, without worrying about the storage and transport of a traditional canoe or kayak.

Pricing and Availability

• Twain-Lite Packraft: $879.20
• XPD Packraft: $639.20

For more information, visit Kokopelli.com.