Bay ST Description
A 28-pound boat the size of a large suitase, the Bay ST is less than half the weight of a traditional kayak. It’s compact enough to store in your trunk, closet, boat, or garage. You can even check it on a plane or hike into remote waters with the Oru Pack.
On the water, the 12 foot Bay ST is fast, sporty, and versatile. It can handle many different conditions and landscapes, from smooth lakes to ocean kayaking. It's a closed cockpit, performance kayak that’s been tested on Class III rivers and played in 6 foot waves. Best for intermediate and advanced paddlers (but beginners with a few paddles under their belt will also love this model).
Features
- Fairing Handles: Easy grip to pull in and out of water or carry with a friend
- Zipper Channels: Watertight channels that quickly slide on and seal the deck
- Deck Lines: Essential for stashing gear and self-rescues
- Coaming: Edge around the cockpit to attach a skirt
- Adjustable Backrest: Fully adjustable with padding for the long haul
- Seat Pad
- Removeable Bulkheads: Provide structure and storage
Specs
- Weight: 28 pounds
- Length: 12 feet Width: 25"
- Cockpit: 16" by 30"
- Storage: 90 liters
- Max paddler height: 6'3"
- Weight capacity: 300 pounds
- Kayak box: 33" by 12" by 29"
- Set-up time: 10 to 15 minutes
1 Review
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ORU BAY ST kayak
Having recently gotten back into kayaking, I initially started off with an inflatable, then found out about this folding kayak. I live in an apartment, so storage is at a premium: where am I going to out a 9-12 ft kayak? This is the perfect solution to that problem; it fits nicely in the back of my trunk (2021 Mazda 3) and I can have it out, unfolded and on the water in 15-20 min. I've had it everywhere, from small creeks, to some of the local lakes and even out on open water in the ocean. It's quite stable, light and handles very well and like many online reviews I've seen on it; it is a conversation starter. Well worth the price for the versatility and portability if you're someone like me who has limited storage options.