Tucktec Folding Kayak

We have loved our Tucktecs. The ease of setup and portability make it a no-brainer choice for a Mom and a young child. We can fit them in our van with all our camping gear and hit the road. We would highly recommend these folding kayaks for people looking for adventure! #tucktec #tucktec2023

So excited I have ordered 2 of them. I've been wanting one for sometime. I have back fused so lifting my old heavy kayak with use of step stool to get it on top my vehicle is a major task. So the fact it folds up and lightweight to carry and I can stay somewhat active worth every penny #Tucktec #Tucktec2023 hope everyone eventually can get one.

I love being in the water, it’s my happiest place. This kayak gets me out there quickly, efficiently and with little set up exertion. I know I can’t lift a kayak over my head to secure to the top of my car and this light, compact beauty ticks all the boxes for me. Thoughtfully engineered, my bright pink kayak gets me where I want to go. Each time I take her out people ask about her and can’t believe how portable and safe she is. I’ve been in her with freighters passing in the Cuyahoga River. Been in class 2 rapids on the Mohican River. Paddled on Lake Erie from the Rock and Roll HOF to the football stadium without a hitch. Gone out on a full moon night kayak too and enjoyed lighting her up for the evening. Best of all, at the end of a paddle I just wipe her down, roll her up and put her in the back of my Tucson. Now when people ask me what I’m doing after work, I just say I have to go to “an appointment” (that’s her name)! Tucktec has helped me get physically fit and gets me to my happiest place. #tucktec2023 #tucktec

Tucktec makes it possible to store, load and haul a kayak no matter what type of housing/limited storage you may have or the not having the sort of vehicle a typical kayak requires. I am forever grateful for the freedom and flexibility my Tucktec offers. And I’m not sure if I am a bigger fan of the product or the company itself. The customer service and guaranteed satisfaction is unbeatable! Buying with total confidence is HUGE and 100% true with Tucktec. #tucktec #tucktec2023

Fantastic Kayak Option!
My husband and I talked about buying kayaks for years, but were always put off by our lack of storage space and transportation. We considered inflatable kayaks, but they just didn't seem sturdy enough for Florida waters. When we found Tucktec we figured it was just too good to be true. Not only are they very reasonably priced, but they are easy to assemble (once you get it down, you can take the boat from a cute rolled up burrito to a sea-worthy vessel in less than 5 minutes!) and are sturdy enough to take a beating in the water. I can't recommend Tucktec enough! #Tucktec #Tucktec2023

I've taken it out once. Unfortunately I received one that did not have the skeg installed, although their listings say they are installed on all craft. It did cause me to drift a little while I was paddling. I had some minor issues with the front left side as it was sharp enough to cut my thumb. The left rear was also a little bit of a problem. There's a small plastic piece that was in just the wrong spot for my elbow. Some of the issue is due to the short paddle I was using, however, these parts are quite sharp. I may use my heat gun to roll the front part a little. I was pleased how well it handled several grass mats I had to traverse and, other then a speed boat swamping my boat a minor amount, I had a great time with my boat. I wouldn't say I'm experienced, I did get my canoeing merit badge so I have some knowledge, but that was over 3 decades ago.

I'd like to add my recommendation for the Tucktec kayak for anyone who wants a very portable and storable rigid kayak for recreational paddling in calm water. Some paddlers have used them in mild rapids, but I haven't tried that yet.

My wife and I had two Pungo 120's that we loved, but at nearly 72, hauling them up onto a roof rack was becoming a real problem. Plus, I'd need a new roof rack for my new car and the expense wasn't worth it. I looked at a friends Oru which looked great, but too pricey for this retiree. I tried a highly recommended inflatable which paddled like a bathtub, and was a major pain to inflate, deflate, reinflate to dry out, etc. Back it went and we ordered two Tucktec.

I have been very impressed with this inexpensive little boat! As others have mentioned, I struggled with the first assembly. When new, the plastic is quite stiff, especially if it's cool. After flexing the fold lines a couple of times and letting the plastic warm in the sun, it's actually pretty easy to assemble.

The kayak has a retractable skeg which keeps it tracking nicely.

My only problem is the seat, as many other people have found. Personally, I find it comfortable enough, but it sits me 'way down on the bottom of the kayak. I'm 5'2" with a short torso, and the kayak is quite wide so I can't paddle efficiently without hitting the gunwale bolsters. Other users have found ways around the seats' shortcomings* and I'm investigating a few options which should pretty easily make my paddling easy and efficient. Apart from the fixable seat issues, I'd unhesitatingly give this ingenious boat 5 stars.

* There is a very active Facebook forum devoted to the Tucktec. People there have posted numerous solutions to the seat question and a ton of other topics;

https://www.facebook.com/group...

I purchased a Tucktec foldable kayak so I could easily take a kayak when I go camping, and to have a convenient way to explore the many lakes, ponds, and waterways near my city.

So far, I am finding that the Tucktec kayak is very portable, stable in the water, tough, tracks well, and is reasonably priced.

It is a recreational kayak designed to be used only on quiet/ flat water up to a Class II rapids.

As a novice kayaker, I am really happy with the Tucktec kayak. It is easy to transport with the included shoulder strap and can fit in the back of my car. Their customer service is exceptional, and their Facebook page has a very active, helpful, and friendly community of Tucktec customers.

Some Tucktec owners have commented on the seat, and have replaced theirs with a stadium seat.

I am Ok with the seat, but did add a gel cushion for more comfort.

Many new owners have commented on having to work a bit when folding the kayak for the first time.

I struggled getting the kayak together the first time as well, but it still only took me 20 minutes to have a functional kayak.

After that initial fold, the second time only took me 10 minutes, and was much easier. As the folds become more pliable, it will be quite manageable to assemble it in 5 minutes or less.

I love my tucktecs! I live full time in my motorhome and the small storage space needed to store my boats allow me to participate in paddling whereas I am unable to carry regular hard kayaks along.