I Tried the ORU Foldable Kayak: Genius or Expensive Gimmick?

I finally tried a foldable kayak for the first time — something I wasn’t sure would actually hold up for real-world use. This is how it went, what surprised me most, and whether it’s actually worth the hype... or just a clever gimmick.

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Timestamps:
00:00 No more new outdoor gear! Except for this one thing...
00:40 Unboxing the foldable kayak
01:47 Test your outdoor gear at home first
02:22 Assembling the kayak, three times
06:20 Specs of the Oru Kayak, Beach LT
08:46 Being on the water offers a completely different perspective
11:40 I love my foldable kayak
12:28 Is it good for solo car camping?

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