The Bay ST is Oru’s most versatile folding boat, built to handle smooth lakes up to ocean surf, and the closed cockpit takes a spray skirt. It folds to suitcase size, has 90 liters of storage with removable bulkheads, and deck lines for extra gear. Oru recommends it for intermediate and advanced paddlers. This edition has a black finish.
Specs at a glance
- Length: 12 ft 3 in
- Width: 25 in
- Weight: 26 lbs
- Capacity: 300 lbs
- Cockpit: 16 x 30 in, max paddler height 6 ft 3 in
- Storage: 90 liters
- Folded box: 33 x 14 x 29 in, setup 10-15 minutes
Good to know
- The 25 in width feels lively at first, so practice in calm water before heading into chop.
- Pick up a spray skirt if you plan to paddle open water or in rain.
KayakDIY take: The Bay ST is a good middle ground between a recreational and a touring boat. For more options, see my all my kayak reviews.
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