TukTek vs Oru | Don't Choose the WRONG Foldable Kayak!!

[@OXFOOT]

I do think that both of these are awesome kayaks, I’d be happy with either one. But which one wins out in terms of price/value/ease of use?

[@donnazukowski]

Interesting you own both. I just got the inlet as it looked easier to put together than the tuctek. I may still get the tuctek as well as I fear hitting pebbles with the Oru.

[@wellthatdidntwork]

Wassup bro, another informative video. I have had a traditional kayak for about 5 or 6 yrs now and i had never seen these foldable units until this video so thanks for the exposure! Now that uve explained this all they both are pricey compared to a traditional😢 style kayak and thats the way i would still go IF you have a vehicle with the space. If you do not then this is where these are more valueable. The tuktek seems to be the hands down choice with all its advantages from warranty to size and ease of assembly. My son had an inflatable kayak which was ok but they are heavy when its deflated and in its carrying bag, it didnt track very well at all, theres no space around your legs once ur sitting in it, and its not very durable. Its awesome to see these companies are coming up with creative ways to get ppl out to adventure and just plain see life through a different lense. A couple yrs ago my family and i were camping and went out on a night time kayak run around a local creek at a state park close to us to observe the supermoon (if my memory serves me correctly) and it was absolutely amazing to be on the calm water thats like black ice and watch this full moon that appears as if its taking up half of the entire night sky. Dern near life changing to see things from such a different perspective

[@OXFOOT]

You’re right, these aren’t in the same category as a regular kayak when it comes to price. If you have the space for those then those are probably the way to go. My parents had kayaks growing up and we used to take them to Hilton head every year and just sit them in the back of my dad’s open truck bed. Luckily we had property and just let them sit in the back yard when it in use. We also have an inflatable one as well but I’m yeah it just doesn’t steer right. It will turn what ever direction you just paddled last and while it works fine other than that, just scared of what a sudden leak would look like.

[@CrippleCreekStudios]

I too liked the way the TuckTec folded together and looked more secure or more substantial.

[@OXFOOT]

I think they are both great but yeah I’m probably grabbing the Tuctek more often than the Oru. Either way they are both really fun.

[@JohnPhan1]

you had a calm day on the lake given you're in Colorado??? I've been able to travel (fly) once with my Oru Bay ST to paddle a short section of the Colorado River (dropped off just beyond the horseshoe bend) and even with the relatively calm, controlled release current at the Glenn Canyon damn, I had to steer more often than not ... I had debated on the open cockpit Beach (12') but an experienced kayaker friend said, given my good sense of balance but as a not so strong paddler, she suggested the closed cockpit, length and narrowness for stroke efficiency and better tacking ... that said, it would be nice to just have an open cockpit kayak for those lazy, calm days on the water ... nice job

[@sneakysasquatch5133]

We’ve got an old tuctek. Never had any problem folding. Was less than $300 when we got it. Only thing I didn’t like was side edges are sharp you’ve got to consciously extend your arm beyond the sides. Not sure if the newer models have the edges and never seen an oru in person. Adhesive camper foam for sealing a topper would probably do the trick although we bought for the kids to use while we paddleboard and they don’t complain. I’d think the Oru being wider would make this an issue unless they have something over the edges? Just relooked at video what is material they have edges covered with obviously the fixed it. First time I used it I scraped my arms up.

[@bjd4698]

Great video, been considering one of these for awhile. What oar do you recommend? And any other must have add on equipment recs (life vest, etc)?

[@OXFOOT]

For sure get a life vest and oar but you can probably get any brand of either of those if the ratings are good. I do think that vests and oars as long as the ratings are good can all be pretty much the same.

[@chucktrow8577]

Hi Jason, just caught the replay. Great information on foldable kayaks. Really liked the look and setup of the tucktec. It looks lean enough to be able to easily go into a car. Nice that there is an option for someone who travels or is out on the road but still wants to enjoy the water. Several times renting a kayak will easily pay for tucktec pretty quickly. Look forward to your next video. 🏞

[@OXFOOT]

Yeah I used to rent that stuff but I was thinking about how much it cost compared to just buying one and figured I’ve got the space. Hopefully some people might save some money and get their own kayak over spending a ton on rentals. There are also inflatables too but I didn’t want to muddy the waters with too many kayaks but also an option as well.