Tucktec Foldable Kayak
Channel: Scout Eric Adventures
Date: 08/04/2022

Tucktec foldable kayak

We received a foldable kayak today at just 25 pounds!  This kayak was delivered in a box smaller than any other Kayak I own, very compact! Requiring no special vehicle equipment to haul to wherever your heart desires.  During this video we'll unbox, give specific details, and build the kayak for a future outing.  We will also, do a real time setup and show you how efficient and time savings this kayak will be on the river, lake, or if you want pool. 

When video was released Tucktec was offering $100 off on many of these kayaks.  Regular price before discount is $450+  They also, have an upcoming release of a tandem kayak.  I hope they will let me review this tandem kayak in the future! 


Tucktec web site:  https://foldupkayaks.com/ 
https://foldupkayaks.com/products/demos-refurbs

review:
https://www.kayakhelp.com/tucktec-folding-kayaks-reviews/

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The Tucktec is a single-person folding kayak with a 350-pound capacity. It's made of high-density polyethylene thermoplastic with side rails of marine-grade, high-density closed-cell foam. It features a tracking fin that can be raised out of the water and it folds into itself for storage.

Handling (internet review) We'll review ours at a later date
One of just a few kayaks we tested with a tracking fin, the fin on the Tucktec is impressively long, can be raised out of the water from your seat, and does a good job keeping you moving in the right direction. The hard exterior of this craft also helps it to glide through the water with minimal drag, though the gaping slot on the front of the bow is less elegant. As a fairly wide kayak for its length, the Tucktec provides decent balance, with a thick seat that gives you a higher vantage point than the average kayak. Though there's no hole to drain water, it's easy to dump excess H2O from the cockpit — when you're standing on land.

What I can see, the improved Tucktec has not been reviewed and we can not wait to be one of the first.  I did not have any issues with setting up the kayak.  After the initial fold from brand new.  The second time was so much easier.  Seems very durable!

Well, yes, Tucktec is among the best kayak brands when it comes to making folding kayaks. Their models are some of the lightest around and, most importantly, they take the least amount of time to set up when preparing to paddle and break down when packing up to head home.

They also pride themselves on the durability of their folding kayaks. All folding kayaks are only rated for a certain number of folds (usually in the thousands) in their lifetimes, and Tucktec produces a kayak that consistently ranks as one of the longest-lasting models in this space.

They Require Minimal Storage Space
Another factor that can be tough for some people that are interested in getting into kayaking is where to store your kayak when you are not using it. If you live in a larger home with plenty of property, you will probably have no trouble storing a rigid kayak in your garage, under your deck, or in an outdoor storage shed.

Fold Rating
Last, but certainly not least, you should also pay attention to the number of times a folding kayak is rated to be folded and, subsequently, unfolded. In many ways, this will tell you a lot about the durability and expected longevity of the kayak.
Most of the best folding kayaks are rated for thousands of folds. Even if you kayaked every day, that would translate to 3-5 years of use at an absolute minimum.

More importantly than the differentiation between 5,000 and 10,000 folds, however, is whether or not the brand mentions the fold rating for its kayaks at all. If they fail to do so, this is a good reason to shy away from their folding kayak models.

Now let’s talk about the features that make Tucktec folding kayaks unique. For starters, the wide design features a flat hull that provides great stability for beginners and also for those interested in kayak fishing.

At the stern, you will be able to take advantage of a retractable tracking fin to help you navigate high winds and stronger ocean currents. On top of the deck, you will find bow and stern handles that make it easier to carry your Tucktec with a partner or gently drag it across a sandy beach by yourself.

Inside the cockpit, the adjustable seat includes a high back that provides extra lumbar support for longer paddles. An adjustable footrest also allows Tucktec folding kayaks to accommodate paddlers of varying heights and helps you maintain a more upright and engaged paddling position.

Along the edges of the cockpit, marine-grade foam sponsons provide a cushion for your knees and thighs while you are paddling. They also prevent scrapes or uncomfortable contact with the kayak itself when entering and exiting the cockpit.

The cockpit itself is quite roomy and provides ample legroom for larger paddlers.