Oru Kayak High Performance Ultra Portable Foldable Origami Kayak - 12 Foot

This Kayak is simply awesome. You don't have to deal with trailers or rooftop racks. It can fit in a car, or on public transport. It's very light and it sets up in minutes. This is the first version of the OruKayak Bay model.

It was refreshed in 2017, but I'm not sure of what is different. The BAY retails for nearly $1600 and can be seen here: https://www.orukayak.com/products/bay-st If you buy this, then be prepared to draw a crowd ... people are always amazed to see the transformation!! It's literally a work of art, as it is on permanent display at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. Once set up, it performs like a higher end solid kayak. Because its lighter than most, it is very easy to paddle and control.

The first time I used it, I recall being surprised at how fast it was and how straight it tracked. However, with two little kids, I just never had the time to use it, and now they are too big to sit on my lap in the kayak. I've used it about 5 or 6 times, so it's in very good shape. I hate to do it...but it's time to sell, as its been gathering dust (stored in a heated garage). Because of its size and low weight, it can actually be shipped to you in the continental US.

I'll be sure to pack it up well for the journey. If you're near me, you can save a few bucks and pick it up. Note, while it is in overall good shape (with normal expected wear and tear), I've highlighted a couple of flaws in the last two pictures. The neoprene cap on one end has torn a little bit. Also one of the buckles at the very front of the kayak, has lost the back half that snaps together to hold it in place.

It's not broken, just missing the piece. The kayak functions fine just as it is, but I want to make sure I point it out. If you feel the need to replace the parts, I think they are availablefrom the company. It's a really neat boat -- the next owner is going to have a lot of fun with it! Good luck.

Some info from the company below: "A marvel of compact choreography" —Fast Company THE ORU KAYAK The Oru Kayak is an incredible, high-performance boat that folds out of a compact case. Inspired by origami, this innovative kayak transform quickly, easily— and almost magically. Stash it in a trunk, check it on a plane, stow it aboard a sailboat, or hike it in to remote waters. It’s full size (12' long), super light (25 lbs), and quick to assemble (5 min). On the water it’s fast, stable, and handles incredibly well.

The Oru Kayak makes the wonder and discovery of the great outdoors accessible: easy foldability transforms boating from a special occasion to anytime, anywhere. Each Oru Kayak is engineered of a single sheet of double-layered plastic. The single seam is sealed with a watertight rubber gasket. Solid ribs offer strength and rigidity.The corrugated plastic skin is extremely tough and durable. PERFORMANCE "A marvel of compact choreography." —Fast Company "The Oru Kayak design is revolutionary.

The boats are sturdy and incredibly light. They are as comfortable as any other sea or whitewater boat I've paddled. They track really well and turn on a dime. The maneuverability makes forward progress into a crushing headwind almost easy. The implications for urban paddlers and for remote expeditionary paddling are truly exciting." — Greg Miller, Outdoor Filmmaker & former NOLS instructor "It accelerates like a rocket, and carves a turn like a dream." —Bill Vonnegut, Neptune's Rangers, professional kayak guide/instructor "Finally, city dwellers can own a kayak that stores in a closet and travels on transit, AND still handles burly waters; plus, it's gorgeous."—Lisa Fisher, San Francisco "It was wonderful!

The Oru Kayak design felt fast and comfortable. You completely forget that it's a neatly folded piece of plastic. After kayaking around the marina and the larger waves of the San Francisco Bay, I was still completely dry without a drop of water inside the vessel."—David Lang, Make Magazine, CoFounder, OpenROV While the Oru Kayak is designed to be beginner-friendly, it’s also great fun for experts! We’ve done lots of user-testing with pro-level kayakers, in all kinds of conditions. It’s perfect for bays, lakes, and slow rivers (it is not designed for whitewater or rock gardening).

With normal care, an Oru Kayak will last for many years. SPECIFICATIONS length: 12’ | width: 25” | weight: 25 lbs | capacity: 260 lbs The case size: 33" X 29" X 10" FEATURES - Watertight deck gasket - Easy-to-use snap-release buckles - Sturdy coaming (cockpit rim) fits spray skirts - Easily-adjustable footrest - Comfortable foam seat and backband - Rubber holding strap for accessories - Shoulder strap for carrying - Fits commercial spray skirts and float bags - Front and back rubber fairings ASSEMBLY The Oru Kayak is assembled using standard strap-and-buckle hardware. No tools are needed. With a bit of practice, it takes only five minutes to assemble or pack up. PLEASE NOTE: THE PADDLE SHOWN IN THE FIRST PICTURE IS NOT INCLUDED!!!

Only shown to help with sizing.