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Anfibio Fly
Ultralight five-piece paddle (178 to 210 cm) for trips with lots of hiking and for calm water.
What for: For ultralight boats we recommend the Fly: it's as light as the boat is meant to be.
Anfibio · Ultralight
Anfibio Nano SL, Nano RTC and RTC XL review
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Since 2020 we've had at least one Nano with us on almost every trip. We bought both boats, a Nano SL and a Nano RTC, ourselves, and we're still thrilled with them.
At 830 g, the Nano SL is the lightest packraft in Anfibio's range; with paddle and seat it comes to around 1.5 kg. That means it really does fit in any backpack. The Nano RTC has a roll-top closure that lets your gear disappear inside the tube, and the RTC XL gives you 20 cm more interior length.
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Anfibio Nano, Nano RTC and RTC XL long-term test
Who is it for?
- Hikes where the boat spends most of the time in your backpack
- Lakes and gently flowing water
- Spontaneous swimming days and short trips
- Not for whitewater
Nano SL in the shop* (advertising, external link, opens in a new window)Nano RTC / XL in the shop* (advertising, external link, opens in a new window)
Technical specs
| Nano SL | Nano RTC | Nano RTC XL | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interior length | 120 cm | 120 cm | 140 cm |
| Interior width | 34 cm | 34 cm | 34 cm |
| Outer dimensions | 205 × 87 cm | 205–230 × 87 cm | 225–250 × 87 cm |
| Boat weight | 830 g | 1050 g | 1240 g |
| Packed size | 20 × 15 cm | 20 × 15 cm | 25 × 15 cm |
| Load capacity | 120 kg | 135 kg | 155 kg |
| Speed | 3 km/h | 3–4 km/h | 3–4 km/h |
| Special features | minimal packed size | roll-top closure (gear inside the tube) | roll-top closure, more interior length |
Recommended gear
This is what we recommend for this boat. What you really need depends on your trips: our gear finder puts together the right list for you.
Life jacket
Hiko Player PFD
Foam buoyancy aid with an ergonomic 3D design: comfortable fit and plenty of freedom of movement when paddling.
What for: A life jacket is a must, even on a swimming lake.
Leash
Flexi Twist paddle leash
Elastic leash between boat and paddle, so your paddle doesn't drift away.
What for: So your paddle doesn't drift off while you take photos or go for a swim.
Packing
Anfibio Dry Bag
Ultralight waterproof dry bags, also usable as liners for backpacks or TubeBags.
What for: Keeps your sleeping bag and clothes dry in your backpack or inside the RTC tube.
Packing
Anfibio MobilPack
Water- and sandproof hip pack for your phone, keys and valuables.
What for: Phone and keys kept waterproof on your body.
Dry pants
Anfibio DryPants
Breathable dry pants with latex socks: no more wet feet when getting in.
What for: For cooler water and dry feet when getting in.
More videos
Setting up and packing the Nano and Nano RTC: tips for a small packed size
After 6 years: Nano SL and Nano RTC on swimming days
Sailing with a packraft: Anfibio Air Sail on the Nano RTC
Even more detail, with a comparison and a trip report: Ultraleicht-Packraft.de (German).
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