For assembly first stow the luggage (load the inside pockets), then close the zippers and then inflate the main air chamber. When dismantling first open the main valve! Then open the zippers and unload the luggage.
NOTE: For easy opening and closing, it is necessary to lubricate the zip with the enclosed silicone lubricant for the first time and at regular intervals. Do not lubricate the teeth themselves, but only the outer side laminated with urethane, open and close several times and wipe off any residue with a cloth, otherwise particles may stick to the teeth.
Differences: Revo XL versus Revo CL
The XL variant relies on a larger outline. It is 10 cm longer, which creates space and speed. It has a tube diameter of 28 cm, which increases buoyancy and stability.
TubeBags* (tube pockets) are available in the Revo XL, which ensures sufficient payload. In addition, there is a stronger floor and the Plus(+) material, which is appropriate for potentially high loads. The boat is a good choice especially for large and heavy riders, multi day tours or when extra comfort is needed. In the XL version even large people to a load of 120 kg can sit up entirely without seat directly on the mat.
Two centrally positioned and IPX7 waterproof luggage zippers with directly backed, airtight inner pockets result in a luggage storage space of 70 l each directly in the tube. The system is highly resistant to dirt and wear due to its design because it cannot leak via the zipper. Luggage is automatically positioned correctly and secured against slipping. The transport inside ensures a low center of gravity as well as a protection against moisture.
Paddling characteristics and application
The self-bailer has many advantages in general, including free exit and entry e.g. when transferring, sighting or after a capsize, while it is generally very capsize resistant. The floor mat is designed to fill the interior well, leaving little room for residual water. As a result the raft is very agile and maintains speed in turbulent water, e.g. when catching eddies. Even in massive waves, minimal water gets into the boat because the wide hull and high bow provide plenty of buoyancy.
This could be interesting e.g. for bikerafters, who prefer an open boat (without spraydeck) due to the bike transport, but are still on moving, splashy water. The Revo XL finds its application in long (and short) ventures with mixed uses such as whitewater (luggage) tours, expeditions and long-distance travel.
Material
Like all Anfibio Packrafts the Revo XL is made of a special urethane (TPU) nylon fabric which has a high tear and abrasion resistance combined with low weight. The smooth and shiny surface of the tube coating is particularly scratch resistant. Our TPU nylon used in its main version has proven itself for many years.
The Plus(+) material of the Revo XL is is +17% heavier, but thanks to higher weave density, stronger fibres and increased layer thicknesses, it is even +80% stronger.
Processing
The Revo has an overlapping, double welded bottom, which additionally protects the side tubes. All the boat’s seams are fully welded and the tube seams are additionally sewn, making it a completely glue-free construction. This saves weight, costs and the environment! We are so confident with our build that we provide an extended 3-year warranty on materials and workmanship.
Further background information on our technologies and materials can be found
here.
Repair
Of course, no inflatable is indestructible, but in the (unlikely) event of damage field repairs can be made within a couple of minutes with
LifePatch. Small pinholes can be sealed with
Aquasure, a liquid urethane sealant.
Carbon footprint
For each Anfibio Packraft produced since 2018, we financially support climate action that leads to an equivalent reduction / storage of greenhouse gas emissions caused by the products.
Learn more.
Social standards
Anfibio pays attention to safe and fair working conditions during the production. How we check social standards during manufacturing, we describe
here.
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