Shown in Kevlar Fusion – Emerald with Carbon Kevlar Trim and High Back Seat
Cruiser 13.8
The Pack 13.8 is ideally suited to larger paddlers or those who are just looking for a little more leg room. A great fishing platform, the Pack 13.8 is stable, comfortable, and has plenty of room for storage. With quick access to gear anywhere on the boat, it has all the functionality an aspiring fisherman or wildlife photographer could need. Want to stay out a little longer? Go ahead and load up the 13.8 for overnight trips and paddling adventures.
Ideal For; Larger Paddlers, Day Tripping, Overnight Trips, Fishing, Easy Portaging, Effortless Car Topping, Dog Paddling (paddling with your dog!)
Standard Options: Carbon Kevlar Trim, Carbon Seat Base, Cherry Handles & Thwarts and Carbon Decks, Adjustable Kayak Footbraces, High Back Seat with Lumbar Support
Shown in Kevlar Fusion – Emerald with Carbon Kevlar Trim and High Back Seat
- Optimum Load Range: 140 - 280 lbs
- Industry Capacity: 400 lbs
Specifications
- Length: 13'8"
- Gunwale Width: 24.5"
- Maximum Width: 28.5"
- Waterline Width: 26"
- Centre Depth: 11.5"
- Bow Rocker: 2"
- Stern Rocker: 1"
Laminates & Weights
- Kevlar Fusion 26 lbs.
- Expedition Kevlar Lite 27 lbs.
- Carbon Fusion 24 lbs.
- Expedition Carbon 26 lbs.
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A floating piece of art
My Pack 13.8 is perfect for wilderness tripping. Holds everything I need to carry, paddles comfortably all day, and so light I can toss it over my shoulder and carry it to the next pond with (relative) ease. Add a yoke for longer carries and some wheels for road portages and I can go anywhere. Plus – it’s caressable!
Light, fast, nimble and so sooo comfy!
Mr Christie makes good cookies, and Mr Swift makes great Canoes! At 64 I thought my days of portaging through Crown Lands where coming to an end. But with this 13.8 Swift Pack Boat I am good for another 40 years. Thank you for working with the Ojibway of Georgina Island and myself in building this jewel.
Great advice, service and tips! You got a great tem Bill Swift!
Joe
I love my Swift Pack Boat!
Did a bunch of research before landing on the pack boat. Initially, I was interested in a Kayak because of my past experiences. My main criteria was a solo, light weight option to take on canoe trips into the backcountry. The pack-ability was what eventually made the decision for me when compared to a Kayak. It is an absolute pleasure to get my gear in and out of the boat. I also considered a prospector. The weight savings and hybrid capabilities of the pack boat ultimately swayed me to the pack boat.
When I finally placed the order the person I worked with over the phone was highly knowledgeable and provided great insight into some of the options I was considering – namely the Two Tone Colour (champagne bottom) and Colour Match Skid Plates.
I’m thrilled with this purchase. It’s enhanced my outdoor experiences and allowed for travel to areas I never thought possible.
I love my Swift!
I’ve owned the Pack 13.6 for a couple of years now and every paddle is such pure joy. I have the carbon fusion laminate and it so lightweight I can easily transport the boat solo. The design is sleek and the seat is extremely comfortable. On the water, it’s a dream: stable, responsive and fast. I haven’t been on any multi day trips yet, but it will be the perfect platform when I do. Thank you Swift for all the smiles!
Can’t say enough good things!!
Had a chance to paddle a 13.6 pack while visiting Keewaydin Camp the summer before COVID. As a lifelong kayak and canoe paddler, I was instantly sold. Picked up my boat that fall. Lightweight, great craftsmanship and even better fishing platform. Even purchased a dry suit so I can paddle it year round!!