ORU Kayak Bay ST

ORU Kayak Bay ST: A foldable origami kayak with a closed cockpit

Bay ST: A foldable kayak for touring and excursions

ORU Kayak Bay ST It is a single-person folding kayak with a closed cockpit. It is based on the origami design principle, which allows the kayak to be folded into a more compact form after use for transport and storage.

The Bay ST model is suitable for recreational and touring paddling, especially for paddlers who want a portable alternative to a hard-shell kayak. The enclosed deck provides more protection from spray and wind than an open recreational kayak.

Origami Structures for Transportation and Storage

Oru Kayak is known for its foldable design inspired by the Japanese art of origami. The kayak unfolds into its full shape before a trip and folds back up again afterward. This design allows for transport in a car, easier travel, and storage without requiring the space needed for a long, rigid boat.

• Folding mechanism: After use, the kayak can be folded up for easier transport.
• Mobility: A practical solution for trips, vacations, and city living.
• Space-saving: An alternative to a long, rigid touring kayak.
• Practical use: Suitable for kayakers without a roof rack or boat trailer.

Enclosed cockpit for greater protection

The main feature of the Bay ST model is enclosed cockpit. It helps protect riders from splashing water, wind, and cooler weather, and creates a sportier riding experience than an open recreational boat.

• Enclosed deck: It prevents water spray from entering the rider's area.
• More protection: Ideal for longer paddling trips or in more changeable weather.
• Tourist attractions: It offers the same connection to the boat and control typical of kayaks with a cockpit.
• Compatible equipment: For added protection, consider using a suitable spray hood based on the cockpit design and conditions.

Comfort and Control While Paddling

Sitting inside the cockpit promotes more direct contact between the rider and the boat and provides better protection for the lower body. For a comfortable and safe ride, it is important to properly adjust the seat, backrests, and any additional equipment according to the rider’s build and the planned duration of the trip.

• Single-seat version: The kayak is designed for solo paddling.
• Contact with the ship: The cockpit design promotes control during turns and changes in direction.
• Comfort along the route: Properly adjusting your equipment helps reduce fatigue during long rides.
• A sportier riding position: Suitable for active recreational and touring paddling.

A kayak you can take on trips

The Bay ST’s foldable design addresses the practical limitations of traditional rigid kayaks. After you’re done paddling, you can fold it up for transport by car and store it at home, in a small garage, or in the basement. This is especially appreciated by people who have limited space or want to take their kayak on vacation.

• Travel by car: It is not necessary to transport a disassembled kayak on the roof of a car.
• Easier storage: Also suitable for smaller apartments or basement spaces.
• Travel: Great for vacations, day trips, and exploring various bodies of water.
• Pre-trip preparation: Before your first trip, take some time to practice putting it together and taking it apart.

Suitable use

The ORU Kayak Bay ST is suitable for recreational and touring paddling in conditions appropriate to the paddler's experience:

• Lakes and dams: Expeditions and recreational paddling in calmer conditions.
• Calmer rivers: Water tourism that does not involve challenging whitewater.
• Coastal Excursions: Only within a reasonable distance from the shore and in suitable weather conditions.
• All-day rides: The enclosed cockpit helps protect the rider during extended time on the water.
• Traveling with a Kayak: A foldable design for vacations and road trips.
• City Canoeists: For users who don't have space to store a rigid kayak.

Technical parameters

Bonus program and purchase benefits

When you make a purchase, you earn points in the rewards program. You can use these points as a discount on your next purchase of paddling gear—such as a paddle, life jacket, dry bag, spray deck, safety equipment, or other accessories for water adventures.

Expert Advice

Before your first extended trip, practice unfolding, assembling, and checking all the kayak’s connections on dry land. Always wear a properly fitting life jacket on the water and check the weather forecast, especially the wind conditions. A closed cockpit provides better protection from spray, but it is no substitute for proper route selection, safety skills, or equipment suited to the conditions.