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Anfibio Sigma TXLB+ review
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We tested the Sigma TXLB+ thoroughly for several months, and along the way it became our favourite boat, the one that comes along on almost every adventure. Judith also picked it for her top 3.
In the test we show it in whitewater, on multi-day trips and while bikerafting. In the full review we explain the setup step by step, such as when the floor mat goes in, and show how a boat this size fits in a backpack.
Our videos are in German. On YouTube, most of them are automatically dubbed into English, and some reviews have an English voice-over.
Sigma TXLB+ tested: whitewater, multi-day trips and bikerafting
Who is it for?
- Expeditions with lots of gear
- Whitewater (self-bailer)
- Bikerafting
- Tall paddlers (180 cm interior length)
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Technical specs
| Sigma TXLB+ | |
|---|---|
| Interior length | 180 cm |
| Interior width | 37 cm |
| Outer dimensions | 280 × 91 cm |
| Boat weight | 2600 g, 3220 g with TubeBags |
| Packed size | 35 × 25 cm (with TubeBags) |
| Load capacity | 200 kg |
| Speed | 6 km/h |
| Special features | Self-bailer, whitewater configuration, TubeBags optional |
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 Miqmak
Fully whitewater-ready foam buoyancy aid with impact protection and high tear resistance.
What for: A whitewater-ready foam buoyancy aid with impact protection.
Helmet
Hiko Buckaroo V.2
Whitewater helmet with ear protection, around 430 g (size M).
What for: A must in whitewater.
Dry suit
Anfibio PackSuit
Compact dry suit made of light, breathable 3-layer fabric with latex gaskets.
What for: Essential in cold water.
Leash
Anfibio MultiLeash
Elastic safety, towing and carrying line for land and water.
What for: For securing gear and bike or for lining the boat.
Packing
Anfibio Dry Bag
Ultralight waterproof dry bags, also usable as liners for backpacks or TubeBags.
What for: As liners inside the TubeBags.
More videos
Sigma TXLB+: the full review with setup and packing
Sigma TXLB+: setup, packing, and does it fit in a backpack?
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