Best All-Around Packraft?? | NRS Neutron Packraft Review

In this video, I'm reviewing the NRS Neutron packraft, an all-around packraft that I tested on an overnight paddling adventure on the Noire River in Quebec.

Gear I used on my Noire River pack rafting trip

PADDLING GEAR

CAMP GEAR

Other gear I use and suggest:

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Other Paddling Gear

[BlazinBlades]

Much appreciated!
Especially the fact that you did not add the ‘Unbiased’ part in the intro 👍

[markmorris]

😊 While the pack raft isn't in our future, the Noire may very well be! Such beautiful scenery! Great video, Ken!

[slighwentwalking]

Looked like fun on your trip last week.
The in boat storage was a great feature.

[THE-RIVER-RAT]

Hi Ken, Fantastic information. After watching your trip down the Noire I'm so happy to see I didn't have to wait long for this review. There's not many areas near me were you can grab some white water, however their are one or two and this packraft looks like it would be perfect for the job. Just got myself the Sea Eagle EZLite10 after watching your review and now it looks like you're going to cost me more money. I believe I now know why I'm Single. lol

[jacktyler]

Gosh, I appreciated this review, Ken. Thank you. Still on the search for a small shore boat to carry on my also small motorboat. I've looked at pack rafts before, as weight & storage volume are issues, but never felt they were suitable. This one - for a mix of reasons you mention - is probably the closest to being suitable for purpose. Very helpful review!

[halofanjames]

I'm very glad NRS has a prodeal been tempted to get one of these at my work but wanted to see it in action

[aaroncasteel]

If you're looking for a packraft with a removable skeg or a "fin" for flatwater paddling, my Kokopelli XPD came with one and it very definitely helps with the tracking.

[KZ-yujz]

Nice review Ken, but we need to see the Neutron on the Ottawa River 😊

[NTinthetree]

Hey Ken!! Loved the video if you’re looking for a solid lightweight Packraft that has a detachable skeg check out the MRS surveyor it’s built more streamlined like a kayak (not going to be as fast of course), it has a skeg, can hold 407 lbs, only weighs 4.3 lbs without the spray skirt and only costs $650!! Again love the video and love to see more Packrafting adventures!!

[Chrismzeller]

The Kokopelli XPD and other models come with a tracking fin and they make one as an accessory that you can install in any packraft if you need it.

[StephanieCorralArt]

Ken, would you be willing to share more about your current injury? I'm new to paddle sports and in my early 40s. In your long tenure of paddling have you had other injuries, what do you do to reduce risk, Ect. That type of video would be helpful. 😊

[jonathanfoust]

Love the channel and your reviews. I recently added the MSR Barracuda R2 packraft to my fleet. I does have a detachable skeg, which is a great aid. Would love to see your review of this as it is a tandem which works really well as a single for me at 6’5” as a weight of only 11.2 pounds.

[charlesciarametaro]

I always wanted to know, how do you begin and end your journeys? How does someone do that? Where do you leave your car? After a 3 day trip, how do you get back to it? Maybe you can do a video on this topic. How do you start and end? Thanks.
Love PaddleTV!!!

[milesw]

Started my ACA course the other day. 😊

[TimBee]

A little off topic but I've seen many drip stitch kayaks from multiple companies that look very similar and I'm wondering if they're all made in the same factories in Asia.
Any idea?

[gozer]

That is some tannin rich water right there.

[iggyshauko]

Great review of Neutron Ken! I’ve been considering getting one since I can purchase it locally in Alberta vs ordering Alpackaraft from US (you can get some models in Canada, just not the one that I want ha).
My question is, what paddle length would suit the Neutron better in your opinion with it being quite wide (almost 40”) ? I currently own a flatwater inflatable kayak/packraft that is 35” wide and paddle it with a 240cm (per manufacturer chart)

[TimBee]

Isn't that kind of boat predominantly for people who are mainly backpacking or doing significant portages?
How is that better than a kayak which is built to perform in the same water conditions (ie. whitewater)?
I just don't see what the point is if you are going to go " canoe camping " in Algonquin Park.
Unless it is storage capacity.

[chiefenumclaw]

The warranty isn't great for the price. I'm still waiting for a Pakayak style kayak for around 1, 200 bucks.

[kevincasey]

You didn't show packing that thing up on a mountain bike or carrying a bike on it. Those are crucial details. The internal chamber wasn't baffled, it was all inflated or not. The internal storage is great, but you didn't show how to maintain internal storage trim while underway. You didn't tie down a few live chickens up front either... 🤣