Oru Kayak Bay ST Kayak - 12' 3"
A closed-cockpit kayak that's sporty, versatile and lightweight, the Oru Kayak Bay ST kayak holds enough gear for short overnight trips, and is built for a wide variety of water types and conditions.
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- 12 ft. 3 in. kayak folds down to the size of a large suitcase
- Compact enough to store almost anywhere
- At 26 lbs., it's far lighter than a rotomolded kayak
- With the Oru Pack (not included), you can even check it on a plane or hike into the wilderness
- The Bay ST is the most versatile origami boat from Oru Kayak
- Can handle conditions from smooth lakes to ocean surf
- Closed cockpit can be used with a spray skirt for open-water paddling (spray skirt not included)
- Best for intermediate and advanced paddlers who will appreciate its speed and agility, but beginners with a few paddles under their belt will also love this boat
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View all Oru Kayak Recreational Kayaks| Best Use | Flatwater Kayaking |
|---|---|
| Material(s) | Corrugated polypropylene |
| Length | 12 ft. 3 in. |
| Width | 25 inches |
| Depth | 10 inches |
| Weight | 26 pounds |
| Cockpit Size | 30 x 16 inches |
| Seat Type | Padded / Foam |
| Number of Paddlers | 1-person |
| Paddle Included | No |
| Weight Capacity (lbs) | 300 pounds |
| Tracking System | None |
| Foldable | Yes |
| Packed Dimensions | 35 x 30 x 17 inches |
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We took our Oru Kayaks
We took our Oru Kayaks out of the box on the shore of String Lake, Grand Teton NP, with directions in hand and gathering onlookers anticipating the final form of our clever unfolding. The first attempt was frustrating. I might have said a swear word or two. However, the second kayak emerged more easily and lacked the initial assembly drama. Those interested in our maiden voyage were delighted to see how light the boats were and how easily we launched them. After sliding into the water, my first stroke shot the boat forward and I knew I was in for a great day of paddling. My wife and I simultaneously commented about how easily the boats paddled and how responsive they were. As a side note, thank you very much for supplying a decent paddle in your package. It paddled as well as my trusty Werner paddle and broke down better. The first test came at the north end of String Lake where we had to portage the boats a quarter mile to Leigh Lake. At 26 pounds apiece, we easily carried both Oru boats together. On a previous trip to this same destination, we carried 65 pound plastic kayaks individually over the portage, which means we walked a mile with more weight, instead of a quarter mile with lighter Oru boats. Paddling Leigh Lake was a dream. Even in light chop from an afternoon gust, the Oru Kayaks paddled great! Our heavier, plastic ocean kayaks totally out perform the Oru kayaks on our home waters of Monterey Bay, but they don’t come close to the convenience, compact storage, and light weight we need for packing in our trailer and heading out to lakes in the northwest. The best part: I didn’t buy have to buy a kayak rack for the cab of my truck, which my wife isn’t tall enough to reach anyway, for two folding kayaks that fit snugly in the truck bed. Thank you for a pair of really fun kayaks. More adventures to follow…
Great solution when you don’t own a vehicle with a roof rack!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I learned to kayak using traditional sea kayaks. They are great but they are long and heavy. This means that I don’t have a place to store one, nor do I have a vehicle that is suited for transporting a sea kayak. Rental kayaks, at least the ones available at my local forest preserves, handle like bath tubs. Thus, I was intrigued by the Oru Bay ST and decided that I would purchase one since it would resolve both the storage and transportation issues for me. I’ve been out twice now and love it! So far I’ve only been on lakes but will soon be exploring some of the calmer rivers in my area. I love the flexibility that I have to get out on the water.
Easy to use by myself
Have wanted one for awhile, nice and lightweight, tracks well
Fun and easy
I have been out twice with my new kayak. I love the flexibility that it provides. I can carry it 1/2 mile to put in near my house or put it in the back of my car to explore the waters from other locations. It is so portable and easy that I’m confident this will be one of my best recreational investments and that I’ll use it frequently. When my family proposed a trip that will be near good kayaking locations, I found that people are also flying with their kayak! As I grow more and more efficient with assembly and disassembly, I will only live it more.
Impressed
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I'm very impressed with my new Bay ST kayak. I've been canoeing and kayaking all my live (I'm 62) and have a good deal of experience in all types of paddle craft in all types of conditions. For its length and width, I'd put the Bay ST in the top of its size category. The boat is surprisingly stiff and responsive, easy to paddle with high or low paddle angles, tracks well with moderate strokes, turns easily and tightly in a lean, and is very comfortable. All of this from a corrugated plastic folding boat that only weighs 26 pounds! Amazing. I'm impressed with this little kayak and am eager to put it to the test in big water (with a spray skirt).
Great travel kayak!
Light, seems strong, tracks straight and well. Definitely recommend. To the Oru team, a little feedback: - the front combing could use a more secure joint where the left and right sides come together. The metal latch is great, but the actual joint, with the notched edge on one side, doesn’t stay together during use. - the orange top, when packed, is easy to slide off one side or the other. I feel like an inch wider would be nicer or some tabs of some sort. Putting this top on, with the carrying straps, is the hardest part of stowing. TSA screwed this up, for example, and when they inspect it as checked bags. Long term this isn’t ideal. Cheers!
Incredibly stable
As a beginner level paddler I was not sure how stable the Bay + would be but it exceeded my expectations! I find my Oru kayak to be incredibly stable. I am able to transport two kayaks in the back of my Prius! I can carry the kayak with no problem by myself and set it up and take it down. I am amazed by its lightweight, compact size! The Bay+ is sturdy and the material it is made out of is durable and able to take a few knocks and bumps. The seat is comfortable and there is plenty of storage. Last but not least, the design is great looking and I'm always receiving compliments on how sleek it looks in the water. I'm definitely a fan of the Bay+!
Incredibly stable
As a beginner level paddler I was not sure how stable the Bay + would be but it exceeded my expectations! I find my Oru kayak to be incredibly stable. I am able to transport two kayaks in the back of my Prius! I can carry the kayak with no problem by myself and set it up and take it down. I am amazed by its lightweight, compact size! The Bay+ is sturdy and the material it is made out of is durable and able to take a few knocks and bumps. The seat is comfortable and there is plenty of storage. Last but not least, the design is great looking and I'm always receiving compliments on how sleek it looks in the water. I'm definitely a fan of the Bay+!
Simple, easy, fun. Love My Oru!
I got my Oru Bay last Summer and for someone who is not an experienced kayaker, it is insanely easy to setup and maneuver on the water. You can really tell that the team has put a lot of thought into the design and overall ease of use for the user. I've hiked into several lakes, and went on quite a few paddles since getting the kayak. Some people are hesitate of the price, and that is understandable when every dollar can be spent on other important things but let me tell you; the investment is without a doubt worth the cost. You will not be disappointed with how your kayak performs and holds up on the water on all your adventures.
Simple, easy, fun. Love My Oru!
I got my Oru Bay last Summer and for someone who is not an experienced kayaker, it is insanely easy to setup and maneuver on the water. You can really tell that the team has put a lot of thought into the design and overall ease of use for the user. I've hiked into several lakes, and went on quite a few paddles since getting the kayak. Some people are hesitate of the price, and that is understandable when every dollar can be spent on other important things but let me tell you; the investment is without a doubt worth the cost. You will not be disappointed with how your kayak performs and holds up on the water on all your adventures.