Kokopelli Rodeo Self-Bailing PVC Packraft - Class V Whitewater

Description

The Kokopelli Rodeo Self-Bailing PVC is the most advanced packraft ever built - engineered for paddlers who charge hard rapids, surf river waves, and drop waterfalls. Born from over 7 years of relentless testing and redesign, the 2025 Rodeo raises the bar for whitewater packraft performance in every measurable way. Built from ultra-tough, abrasion-resistant 1000D reinforced PVC - the same burly material used in full-size commercial whitewater rafts - it holds higher PSI, resists abrasion, and is made to take a serious beating on technical water.

At the heart of the Rodeo is Kokopelli's Advanced Whitewater Design (AWD): a 5-panel construction with increased waterline for straight-line speed and quick edge-to-edge transitions, plus an Advanced Whitewater Rocker Profile (AWRP) with an aggressive bow that lets you boof bigger hits and surf steeper faces. The stern's increased surface area clears retentive features, while the vertical I-Beam inflatable floor delivers a smooth primary-to-secondary stability transition so you can carve waves and eddies with confidence. This is the closest you can get to a traditional hard-sided whitewater kayak - at half the weight, and packable enough to carry on your back to the put-in.

Key Features

• Class I-V Water Rating: Designed and rated for the most demanding whitewater conditions on the planet.
• 1000D Reinforced PVC Construction: Same burly material used in full-size commercial whitewater rafts - stiff, abrasion-resistant, and built to outlast the river.
• Advanced Whitewater Design (AWD): 5-panel construction increases waterline for fast straight-line speed and rapid edge-to-edge transitions.
• Advanced Whitewater Rocker Profile (AWRP): Aggressive bow design lets you boof big drops and surf steep faces while staying dry at the stern.
• Vertical I-Beam Inflatable Floor: Hybrid-hull design delivers smooth primary-to-secondary stability transitions for aggressive carving on waves and eddies.
• 17 Venturi Drain Holes: Strategically placed to protect the pontoon from stick punctures, reduce water intake when moving forward, and increase speed.
• Thigh-Strap Attachment Points: Three-point adjustable ladder lock D-ring system for enhanced fit, adjustability, and control (thigh straps sold separately).
• Top-Side Leafield D7 Valves: Repositioned for easier on-the-go inflation adjustments mid-trip.
• 20.2 lb Packed Weight: Impressively light for a PVC whitewater boat - packs down to just 39 x 11 inches (60 liters).
• Optional TiZip Storage Zipper: Adds 100+ liters of internal gear storage inside the air chamber for multi-day expeditions.
• Manufacturer Lifetime Warranty: Backed by Kokopelli's lifetime warranty on the boat itself.

TiZip Options & Which to Choose

• No TiZip: The standard Rodeo Self-Bailing PVC without a storage zipper. Perfect for day runs, river play, and paddlers who travel light. A cleaner, more streamlined setup focused purely on whitewater performance.
• Yes TiZip (+$150): Adds a 21-inch TiZip waterproof zipper that opens the air chamber for 100+ liters of internal dry storage. The go-to choice for multi-day packrafting expeditions where you need to haul camping gear inside the boat. Includes TiZip Zipper Lubricant and carries a separate 1-year zipper warranty.

Shipping

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What's Included

• 1x Rodeo Self-Bailing PVC Packraft
• 1x Nano Barrel Pump
• 1x EVA Backband
• 1x Compression Strap (Set of 2)
• 1x Inflatable Floor
• 1x Inflatable Seat
• 1x Repair Kit
• 1x TiZip Zipper Lubricant (TiZip model only)

Note: Thigh-Strap Set is an additional accessory and NOT included.

Why You'll Love It

The Rodeo is the result of Kokopelli pioneering packraft innovation since 2015 - when they built the world's first self-bailing packraft. More than 7 years of field testing, redesign, and feedback from elite whitewater paddlers has gone into every seam, panel, and valve placement on this boat. Trusted by serious whitewater enthusiasts across the country, the Rodeo performs like a hard-shell kayak but packs into a backpack - opening up remote rivers and multi-day expeditions that simply aren't accessible with traditional watercraft. The 1000D PVC construction means you're not babying this boat through technical rapids; you're sending it. With a manufacturer lifetime warranty and a track record of standing up to Class V punishment, the Rodeo is a long-term investment in your time on the water. Whether you're boofing waterfalls, carving river waves, or loading up for a five-day wilderness trip with the TiZip zipper, the Rodeo delivers the ride of your life - every single time.

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