Folding Kayak Gear Review - Oru Kayak Inlet
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- Опубликовано: 23 май 2021
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In this video I'm testing out the Oru Kayak Inlet folding kayak. It's a portable recreational kayak that weighs 20 pounds and folds together like origami in under 5 minutes. Sounds great, but how does the Oru Kayak perform compared to other kayaks in its class and price range? Is it worth it? These are some of the questions that I'll answer in this detailed gear review.
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Gear I have tested and recommend:
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NRS Odyssey PFD (Touring and Rec) tidd.ly/3xcsXih
Dry Gear / Layers:
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NRS Axiom Dry Suit tidd.ly/3YGUSmg
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Footwear:
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Astral PFD Sandal tidd.ly/3xjPtWI
Sunglasses
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I was talking to a woman on another forum and she was so excited about this kayak because she has a disability, and this means that she can go kayaking (she couldn’t get a kayak onto a roof rack or down to the water, but she could paddle and self rescue). It’s a great idea.
I have the Beach, and love it! I've never had a problem with water getting in my kayak. Like one of your other commenters, I think that has to do with the paddle that you're using. I ordered all the bells and whistles with mine: the Oru paddle, (which looks longer than yours,) backpack, the solar lights, floaties, and more comfortable seat. Their RUclips video is really helpful to learn how to set it up and take it down. I always attract an audience when I use mine. It's fun to answer their questions. My favorite place to kayak with it is Marina del Rey, CA. It's so convenient to pop it in the car, carry it to the water, and paddle out among the boats. I have two replaced hips, and this works perfectly for me. It's light, well made, easy to set up, and fits in my car. I use it on lakes and have done fine in the wind. I would like to try it at night for a sunset cruise. Best purchase I've made in years...definitely worth the money, in my opinion.
Got mine a few weeks ago and love it so far! I live in an apartment so the portability is fantastic. I've only kayaked in an enclosed lake so far, but I'm hoping to take it out on a smoother river soon!
Thanks for the shoutout Ken! The bent shaft is actually the "heavier" version versus the straight shaft Ovation. Our straight shaft comes in at 18.5oz/521g! That bent shaft is 20.5oz/577g. Great insight on Oru's Inlet as well, we've always wondered ourselves.
Just ordered mine! Can't wait for it to arrive! Thank you so much for your unbiased, thorough, and captivating reviews of the various kayaks and gear that's out there. Your insights and comments were a HUGE factor in helping me to choose the right starting boat.
I ordered my Inlet a couple of days ago and am anxiously awaiting it's arrival. Thanks for this video!
Great review! I love my Inlet. I've kayaked in protected Bay Area waters and in calm waters in El Dorado National Forest. Love the portability. So happy with my Inlet!
I have one like yours...I paddle here in Florida near Bonita Bay and Osprey....I paddle with the dolphins and manatees fish and sea birds...I love the folding aspect of this kayak because I carry it inside my RV and car trunk..It handles very well in the relatively flat water of the back bays or inter coastal waterways..I run it up on the sandy beaches to go exploring on foot...
I recently received my ORU Haven, a tandem. I went paddling solo recently and love it.
Ken, loooove your channel and your videos! Thank you for your work and for promoting paddling as a fun and healthy form of activity! I just picked up a Cobra Viper plastic racer and for the last three weeks I am enjoying my 6 am paddles on lake Simcoe. Cannot recomend a better outdoor activity!!!
I am thinking about getting one of these, thank you for this review!
This is a fantastic video, the information was great and the quality is astounding. How do you not have more views and subscribers?
I love my Inlet!
I’ve been paddling the Oru Bay ST for a few summers and love the portability, tracking, relative comfort. Any design problems dealing with assembly seem to have been addressed with the updated version which would make me like it even more. However, my aging knees are making it difficult to exit the kayak gracefully; so I’m considering going with an Oru that has a more open cockpit. Looking forward to trying out the Inlet soon.
What a great video. Super explanation. I’m hooked!
I am a (5'4"/110 lb) single woman who lives in downtown Denver. So far, I love everything about this kayak; I especially appreciate that I can manage it myself (transport, weight, assembling).
It looks "toyish", but main purpose of this kayak was achieved. It flows, maybe is even joyful for someone. Hope never seen that yak discarded somewhere on river bank. Ken again, thumb up for the video 👍🏻 you really deserve more viewers, subscribers. We're lucky to watch you in Internet.
Just ordered my ORU inlet today. Excited to get it on the water hopefully by the end of the week or early next week. I"ll let you know how it goes. If I love it - I'll be buying another one immediately.
Loving your beautifully produced and presented videos. Terrific production values and filming. I have small question about the Inlet. I notice it doesn't have a skeg. My guess is that due to the limited length, it doesn't need one as much as a longer kayak but I'm guessing really and would be interested to know your views. I'm fairly new to kayaking (I have a Story 1-person inflatable which I love) and am looking to buy a second fun boat and one that my daughter can use to come out on the water with me. Thanks again and do keep up the good work!