*EVA Backband is NOT compatible with this packraft
Series: Lake Series
Material (Sidewall): 70d TPU + Nylon
Type: Bucket
Material (Floor): 210d TPU + Nylon
Water Rating: Flat Water, Lakes
Valve (Pontoon): Leafield D7
Chambers: 1 (Main Pontoon)
Valve (Seat): Stem
Weight Capacity: 300lb (136kg)
PSI (Pontoon): 0.75-1.0
Weight (Boat): 4.7lb (2.2kg)
PSI (Seat): 1.0
Weight (Boat + Key Accessories*): 5.2lb (2.4kg)
Outer (Length): 85in (216cm)
Weight (Boat + All Accessories): 5.8lb (2.7kg)
Outer (Width): 37in (94cm)
Packed Size (Rolled): 12 x 7in (30 x 18cm)
Inner (Length): 51in (130cm)
Sprayskirt Compatible: No
Inner (Width): 16in (41cm)
Thigh-Strap Compatible: No
TiZip Zipper (Length): NA
E-Power Compatible: No
Removable Tracking Fin (Length): NA
Removable Tracking Fin Compatible: No
D-Ring (Material): Mil-Spec Webbing - 1in (2.5cm)
Warranty (Boat): Manufacturer Lifetime
D-Ring (# of): 4 Total = 4 Bow
The Hornet-Lite is everything you need to get out on the water and get paddling!
Ideal for beginners or experienced packrafters looking to add an ultra-light option to their arsenal.
Short on storage? Keep it under the sink! Ultralight thru-hike? Strap it on your pack! It might be the lightest and most compact packraft we make, but it still comes with the Leafield D7 valve, an Inflation Bag, Inflation Tube, Compression Strap Set, Inflatable Seat and Emergency Repair Kit.
The Hornet-Lite weighs just 5.2lbs and packs down to the size of a roll of paper towels, making it perfect for single-day trips, high-alpine lakes, backpacking, flat water, and paddling with dogs.
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The thought of a lightweight watercraft is exactly what we had in mind when we designed the Hornet-Lite. At just 5.2 lbs it goes wherever you do. It really is all you need if serenity is what you are seeking.
Unbelievably strong and lightweight fabric bring this packraft to the sub-5lb. category. Optional, inflatable seat comes standard and four nylon gear loops are still available for attaching your favorite accessories.
The Hornet-Lite comes standard with a Leafed D7 compatible inflation bag.
The raft so small it becomes part of your grab-and-go kit.
Function meets its intended purpose.
Overall rating: 4.8 / 5 from 50 reviews.
The Hornet-Lite is a highly praised ultra-light and compact packraft, ideal for beginners and experienced rafters. Customers appreciate its quality, durability, and performance, as well as its lightweight and compact design. It's perfect for various activities, including single-day trips and backpacking.
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"This kayak is really light and easy to paddle. My girlfriend got it for me for Christmas and even though it’s cold out, I took it for a quick paddle on the lake. It performed better than expected for how light and small it is. Can’t wait to see what it can really do this summer!"
"Its pretty amazing that this little thing turns into a full sized kayak and is really light. I got it for Christmas and took it out for a test paddle, it was really fun and stable. A little slower than my friends plastic kayak but I could keep up with them, even in the wind. Can't wait for more adventures once it warms back up."
"Thinker than expected and slightly bigger when rolled up but way lighter than my XPD so it is a win for my high country lakes I backpack into"
"Used this to cross deep water in a river on a moose hunt. It keeps me and my hunting pack dry. We got the pack raft to haul out heavy meat load but was unsuccessful so maybe we will have better luck next time."
"I live in Sacremento, CA and I saw your blog post about hiking up to Lake Aloha near lake Tahoe. It inspired me so much that I ordered a Hornet Lite and repeated that trip! It was absolutely perfect! A few miles in to a beautiful remote lake and only 1 other group was there. The next day we paddled around and then camped out again. We woke up early for a sunrise float and then hiked out the next day. I'm just so impressed with every aspect of Kokopelli from the amazing products, to great customer service to trip suggestions. You guys are hands down the best!"
"Easy to store and carry. Its best for calm water without too many obstacles. I currently just use for calm lake paddling. The inflation bag it comes with is cumbersome to use. I would highly recommend a pump instead of that."
"Took it 4 miles in to a mountain lake. Worked great, everyone was taking turns using it and at one point had three 12-14 year old girls in it without issue. Super light and airs up quickly. I got an electronic gigapump and it's ready to go start to finish in about 5 minutes. Also help to remove the air from it for packaging. I couldn't get it as small as advertised, but still a manageable size and durable."
"I saw a few reviews about tracking so I wanted to share my experience. I have a hornet lite and it tracks pretty good but not as good as a normal kayak. I reached out to Kokopelli and they said "With the shorter compact design of the packrafts they will be slower and won't track as well, but thats the trade off for the packraft being so light and compact" They also gave me a few tips like paddling with a more vertical stroke and paddling closer to the sides of the packraft. Both those tips helped a ton and I can go faster and straighter now. While I'm not setting any speed records in my Hornet Lite, I can still keep up with my friends in their normal kayaks, also I'm always waiting for them spending 10-15 minutes to set their boats up when mine is ready in 3 minutes."
"Lightweight, reasonable price. Great way to try out packrafting. I wouldn't use it for hunting from rivers, but it works great to hike to a lake and go fishing. stable enough with a large dog of they sit still. material seems thin which makes me nervous with fishhooks but it's been fine on rocky banks when starting out or landing."
"Great quality"
