Best Inflatable Kayaks, Folding Kayaks, and Space Saving Kayaks

Many people love to kayak or want to kayak more, but don’t have the space to store a kayak. Others can store them, but they don’t have a vehicle to transport a kayak with. Thankfully there have been many innovations to address these concerns. The best Inflatable kayaks, folding kayaks, snap together kayaks and more give great space saving options for people with limited storage or smaller vehicles.

Inflatable Kayaks

Folding Kayaks

Hardshell Nesting Kayaks

Should I trust them? Are they reliable? Will I be left stranded somewhere? Here we are going to look at the top space saving kayak options. Since these are unique designs, we have included setup videos when available to give you a better idea of what to expect with each space-saving design.

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Pakayak nesting kayak - space saving kayak

Pakayak Bluefin 14 Nesting Kayak Shop Now

Polyethylene, hardshell plastic (6 sections)
Assembled: 168″ L x 24″ W x 16″ H
Nested (disassembled): 42″ L x 24″ W x 16″ H
Weight: 59 lbs
Max capacity: 300 lbs
2 Large hatches

Sea Eagle Razorlite 393rl Inflatable Kayak Shop Now

1000 Denier reinforced inflatable kayak
Inflated: 154″ L x 28″ W
Deflated: 22″ L x 22″ W x 12″ H
Weight: 35 lbs
Max capacity: 500 lbs
Air Chambers: 3
Inflation time: 7 min
Seams: Quadruple overlapped

Oru Kayak Bay ST Folding Kayak Shop Now

5mm double-layered polypropylene
Assembled: 144″ L x 25″ W
Folded: 33″ L x 12″ W x 29″ H
Weight: 28 lbs
Max capacity: 300 lbs
Several other Oru folding kayak models available at link above
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Best Inflatable Kayaks

Inflatable kayaks are a great option if you don’t have room at your house or a vehicle to transport a regular kayak. There are several important things to consider on an inflatable. How thick is the material to prevent punctures and wear through? How many chambers does the kayak have? Multiple chambers keeps the kayak afloat if there is a puncture in one of the chambers.