HOW TO FOLD THE TUCKTEC FOLDING KAYAK - Assembly Tips & Tricks

When you have a new Tucktec folding kayak, it is not so easy to fold so I wanted to share some folding assembly tips & tricks to make it easier for you for your first fold. These assembly tips & trips are purely from my experience using these great kayaks and if you have better methods, please do share!
This is not a Tucktec assembly instruction video but more for assembly tips & trips so please search for some great Tucktec folding kayak instruction videos on KZbin, there are plenty of great ones out there!
Hope this assembly tips and & tricks video helps you!
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[@Fishaholicboy]

If you want to see how much storage there is for the Tucktec Folding Kayak, see this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iaSqo5x3qM6Unpo

[@aliciapedreira9401]

This is the only video I've seen that admits the folding is hard. I've seen tons of videos, and mostly young, strong men, make it look easy. Thanks I don't feel like an old weakling anymore.

[@chadshen]

Hi! It’s definitely not the easiest.. I remember it took me about 20 minutes the first time round. It did get a lot easier after finding what works for me. Hope the video helped with some tips!

[@krock2658]

Your video is so much better than the manufacturers. Thank you so much.

[@Fishaholicboy]

Hope it helped you with the folding!

[@scottallen3660]

Really good tips. Above and beyond the standard assembly videos.

[@Fishaholicboy]

Thank you! I made this video to help anyone who has trouble with the assembly :)

[@kathiefriedley5228]

Thank you for this, really appreciated the tips, which explained some of the difficulties I was having with my new Tucktec.

[@Fishaholicboy]

Really great to know these tips helped! If you have any more specific questions, you can throw them this way and hopefully I can answer it :)

[@jakebrakebill]

Your editing skills to make a great video are all ways impressive.

[@Fishaholicboy]

Thank you! Though I think there’s much improvement needed in editing but will take it step by step

[@greyscout01]

Thanks. I always appreciate the little tips that make a big difference.

[@Fishaholicboy]

Thanks! I wanted to share the little issues I had from the beginning to make it easier for others

[@kristindawn87]

This was sooo helpful. I just got a tucktec and I couldn't get the side clips to line up! I could only get two of them and I was thinking about returning it because I couldn't get it. I'll now be trying the push and pull method you shared, thank you!

[@Fishaholicboy]

I hoped it helped!

[@kristindawn87]

It was sooo helpful! I was able to set it up! ​@Fishaholicboy

[@Fishaholicboy]

@@kristindawn87 great to hear! Hope you enjoy the Tucktec as much as me!

[@buguannishi]

Thank you for posting the video!

[@Fishaholicboy]

You’re very welcome 😀 hope it helped!

[@tranquility9325]

What a nice man. Ty for sharing.

[@Fishaholicboy]

Thanks! Happy you enjoyed it

[@tranquility9325]

@@Fishaholicboy yw😊

[@riversandcoffee]

A very thoughtful and clear review...great detail. When you walked away, and foam siding started to fall out the back...I had a great laugh 😂

[@Fishaholicboy]

Hehe. It happens quite a lot I believe 😂

[@paulasimone]

This was so helpful, thank you!

[@Fishaholicboy]

Hope it helped!!

[@MonicaVictoria78]

thank you ☺

[@Fishaholicboy]

Hope it helped!

[@JiTiKeRo]

Nice video. I'm thoroughly enjoying my Tucktec kayak! Love your channel❤️

[@Fishaholicboy]

I’m really happy with your comment :) thank you. The Tucktec got me started on my kayaking journey so it’s always going to be in my heart

[@JiTiKeRo]

@@Fishaholicboy I also love your vids with the Pakayak. I'm going to enjoy the Tucktec thoroughly then decide if upgrading to the Pakayak is worth the $$. Thank you for well produced and informative vids!

[@Fishaholicboy]

@@JiTiKeRo oh great! If you have any questions, feel free to ask :)

[@priMARYlove1]

Good video & tips. I received my 2023 TuckTec a week ago. Luckily it was easy to fold. Thanks for your tips.

[@Fishaholicboy]

Hope the tips helped!! You’re going to love the Tucktec!

[@DavidMartinez-kc9nz]

Thank you, it was because of your great videos that inspired me to order the kayak. I am so exited to get mine delivered

[@Fishaholicboy]

Oh that’s so great! I bet you’re itching to receive it now :) I’m sure you’ll have lots of paddling fun with it and really hope this video helped!

[@nancygaskin7499]

Thanks so much for this very detailed tutorial, especially about the side clamps (over and down) and positioning of the seat. My first TT was a kickstarter so at this point the plasticity is fine but yesterday with the arrival of new new one, whew!! Your video and my hair dryer made all the difference. I appreciate your skills in coaching us all!

[@Fishaholicboy]

Hi! Really happy this video has helped! I remember my first time doing the assembly and it wasn’t the easiest process until my third to fourth try. Really wanted to share tips with everyone. Hope you’re having great adventures with your tucktecs :)

[@Keumawe]

very interesting tutorial very helpful friend

[@Fishaholicboy]

Thank you.. hope it helps :)

[@Keumawe]

@@Fishaholicboy sama sama kawan ku

[@tmw9007]

Great tips👍👍👍Thank you

[@Fishaholicboy]

Thank you! Really hope it helped!

[@cowmancheese]

Thanks for making this video!

[@Fishaholicboy]

Welcome! Hope it helps :)

[@dont_talk2me]

Well Tucktec should pay you . Their video is crap, yours has great camera work and description demo. I got nothing from their video. I just got my kayak and I am not able to put it together

[@Fishaholicboy]

Happy this video helped!!

[@calvincheecs]

Concise explanation 👍

[@Fishaholicboy]

Thanks Calvin!

[@calvincheecs]

BTW - I used handheld hot air gun(for home use) to soften shape instead of hair dryer.

[@melissiakish3965]

Great video!!❤️👍

[@Fishaholicboy]

Thank you 🤗 I hope it helps!

[@rinzler2k745]

great tips, thanks!!!

[@Fishaholicboy]

Hope it helps!

[@LJ-jq8og]

Well done Video... 🙏

[@Fishaholicboy]

Thank you! :)

[@SublimatedIce]

Thanks, really appreciate the video and the information you shared.

[@Fishaholicboy]

Really happy you enjoyed the video! Hope it was helpful

[@songbirdforJesus]

Thank you. Very helpful. Blessings!

[@Fishaholicboy]

Happy it helped! Although Tucktec has a new version slightly different but similar concept :)

[@christ9508]

Absolutely awesome video! Great job!

[@Fishaholicboy]

Thank you very much!

[@ryantuck5716]

you did a great job thanks for your help!

[@Fishaholicboy]

Thank you!

[@terrycuyler1020]

Do you have a video on folding it back up? That is my issue. Good tip about putting pads around paddle.

[@Fishaholicboy]

Ah.. I didn't think about recording the folding so much. What issues are you having?

[@davidgbowntrailcamerasoutd4725]

I can't wait to try mine it's going to be awesome this summer fishing can you use a anchor in this boat

[@Fishaholicboy]

Hi! I haven’t actually used an anchor but I know people use it for fishing. They use those mini anchors and seen them on Amazon. Hope you have lots of fun with the Tucktec!

[@ms.kayak7seas]

Hi and thanks, Fishaholicboy for sharing. Since I don't own a folding kayak, I have some silly questions to ask. First of all, you suggest using a hair dryer to ease the stiffness of the material. Most of the hair dryers have a short cable though. How much heat is this material able to take? Sometimes, the hair dryer can heat up really hot. and nobody wants a folding kayak to be melted down...😭At last, I would like to know the max weight that a folding kayak can hold. I can google the official weight limit, but considering high waves and choppy water..🤔. I really like your acting career@6:30. 😁 Your videos are always well-informative and also well-instructive. Great work and keep it up. 🙋‍♀

[@Fishaholicboy]

Hi! I wouldn’t use the hair dryer for long periods of time.. just to warm it up enough to make it easier to fold. But of course it can only be done indoors if using a dryer :)

[@ms.kayak7seas]

@@Fishaholicboy lesson learned. 🙋‍♀🙋‍♀🛶🛶

[@ms.kayak7seas]

@@Fishaholicboy Lesson learned. 🙋‍♀🙋‍♀🛶🛶

[@greyscout01]

Hey guys. I'm at 200 lbs, and add a lot of gear for hiking and camping. It's rated at 300lbs. I've taken it through rough waters without issue.

[@ms.kayak7seas]

@@greyscout01 Hi, Grey Scout How are you? I have been looking forward to your new videos, but haven't seen any yet...hiding somewhere?? kidding. Nice to hear you.🙋‍♀🙋‍♀🛶🛶

[@randiwentworth4009]

Hello. Thank you for the video. A question, when you put the cotter pin in, is it top to bottom. It seems to hit and rub the side of the kayak. Is that normal??

[@Fishaholicboy]

Hi Randi! Thanks for watching. I don't have the Tucktec in front of me at the moment but is your Tucktec the same version as mine? I'm trying to picture what you are mentioning. To make it easier, can you send me a picture of what you mean? My email is in the "About" section of my KZbin page :)

[@sharon-reggiecrawford3806]

Learned 2 things, I'm securing my foam incorrectlywhen going out and to put the foam on the paddle for travel

[@Fishaholicboy]

Really happy that this video helped! I’m sure there’s many other tips out there but these were the ones I could think of after using it on so many trips

[@lukasfranck]

Thank you for the video, very helpful. As you note, I am having. lots of trouble with the side folds. I am considering using a clamping plier to get more force on the clamp, and addleverage through additional length. Is this a fatal idea, or does it have possibiliites?

[@lukasfranck]

Answering my own question. Be careful! the extra leverage can (and did) bend the "bar". fortunately I did not bend it enough to prevent the lock from working. What REALLY helped was the blow driyer heat on the plastic!

[@Fishaholicboy]

Hope the video helped! Not so sure about the pliers as I haven’t used one. If you can get leverage from three points, it should work! But you may have a different version to mine

[@lazybagpipe]

Have you found a way to go hiking with it

[@ethanbarnes7013]

I cant find the red version but its probably my favorite color they have

[@Fishaholicboy]

It’s definitely my favourite colour!

[@mintonbad196]

How about put two banana shape floats into each side of the tucktec (length from bow to stern), make it unsinkable and can get back into the boat if flipped over?

[@Fishaholicboy]

I’ve seen people use the floats on the sides and it looks good! The only thing I would say is that it would make the kayak wider so it’s not as easy to paddle unless you have a longer paddle :)

[@mintonbad196]

@@Fishaholicboy i mean put inside

[@bruhnoodle7997]

999 views nice

[@Fishaholicboy]

Thanks! Appreciate it!

[@ryantuck5716]

I live in a larger city where I can put into a river channel a couple minutes from my house. I presume the river is quite dirty do you think I should spend the 50 bucks and get a portable hose to rinse it down after each use? Also do you towel dry it before wrapping it up?

[@Fishaholicboy]

The hose definitely helps.. my friend uses the portable washer/hose after the trip but it doesn’t clean everything. Saltwater lingers if not washed properly. I also wash the kayak in the shower while it is folded and leave it to dry. I have a video here: How I clean my Tucktec Folding Kayak kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqSzan6wa7aae6c

[@SteveHarwood-pq3fn]

Just got my 10 footer today, however the side latches are inside the hull

[@Fishaholicboy]

Hi! The one ton received is the latest version :) I’m sure you’ll have many great adventures with the Tucktec!

[@enzoaswan2096]

Helo kawan,adakah bekas punyamu yang bisa saya beli,kalau di Indonesia belum ada

[@namesomega3694]

For some reason the footrest easily falls out of place

[@Fishaholicboy]

Hi! I didn’t really used the footrest much because just as you mentioned, it doesn’t stay put. One way is to tie a knot to stop the footrest from slipping but getting it undone and be difficult at the end of the trip and having put a lot of pressure on the footrest

[@namesomega3694]

⁠@@FishaholicboyAlso what is the proper way to set the rudder. Is it supposed to be hanging downwards or straight? I was thinking the proper way would be downwards kind of like on a Viking ship or trireme

[@Fishaholicboy]

@@namesomega3694 Hi! In the water, it should be down in the water to help to keep the Tucktec from going straight. I put it up when I’m on land so it doesn’t scratch.

[@Superbabiez]

Do you have a 2023 version?

[@Fishaholicboy]

Unfortunately no.. did you get one?

[@kgspvgsp7569]

We were fucking 3 to fold it up😂

[@Fishaholicboy]

😂 it gets easier as you use it more!