4.9m sea kayak that fits in a bag
Only 64cm wide – goes fast and straight
No inflation chambers – minimal wind affect
180kg capacity – great for expeditions
Spray skirt compatible – suitable for open water
If you are very tall, you might struggle to fold your legs into the cockpit (like you might with any sit-in sea kayak).
If you are not strong and agile, the assembly might be too physically demanding.
Kids, dogs, fishing – it’s simply not stable enough for unpredictable elements.
Beginners who are not prepared to invest some time in developing technique and learning how to re-enter from deep water (yes, you can eskimo roll in this kayak)
If you are doing whitewater above class 1, the Oru Kayak Coast XT is not going to be suitable.
13 minutes from in-the-bag to on-the-water!
Coast XT Assembly Video [V21] from Oru Kayak on Vimeo.
The Oru Kayaks are lightweight but extraordinarily strong.
They’re created from 5 mm double-layered, custom-extruded polypropylene with a 10-year UV treatment.
Translation? Oru Kayaks are incredibly puncture + abrasion resistant and built to last.
They can withstand sliding over rocks, bumping into obstacles, and folding up tens of thousands of time.
Dimensions
Length: 16’2″ (4.93 m)
Weight: 14.5 kg
Width: 64 cm
Cockpit: 41 cm x 76 cm
Max paddler height: 6’3″ (190.5 Cm)
Weight capacity: 181 kg
Kayak box: 84 cm x 36 cm x 74 cm
Shipping box: 89 cm x 43 cm x 79 cm
Set-up time: 13 minutes
Paddler Suitability
Maximum Capacity: 181 kg
Recommended Max. Paddler Weight: 181 kg
Recommended Max. Paddler Height: 6’3″ (1.90m)
Suitabilty
Lakes, Bays and Inland WaterwaysCoastal / Open Water
Reservoirs (Complies with ISO 6185-1) Rivers up to Class II Whitewater up to Class III Dogs Fishing (fabric rod holder behind seat) Beginners Taking small kids (if you both fit) Self-bailing
Accessory Compatibility
RapidUp Sail Spray Skirt Rudder Kit ePropulsion Vaquita Propeller – via rachet straps
Materials
Hull: 5mm double-layered, custom-extruded polypropylene
Seat: EVA Foam
More About This Kayak
Set-up Time: 13 minutes
Warranty: 3 years
SKU: OKY203-ORA-XT
Oru Kayak
Instruction Manual
Original price was: $2,899.00.$2,467.00Current price is: $2,467.00.
Stored at Melbourne location, ships in 2-3 business days.
Qualifies for 90-day “Try it on the Water” Returns
3 year warranty
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Can NOT be shipped to New Zealand
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4.9m High-Performance Sea Kayak
Amazing – a 4.9m sea kayak that fits in a bag!
Goes fast and straight
Only 64cm wide – goes fast and straight
No inflation needed
No inflation chambers – minimal wind affect
Great for Expeditions
180kg capacity and plenty of internal and on-deck storage space makes the Coast XT ideal for multi-day kayak expeditions.
Spray Skirt compatible
Spray Skirt compatible – suitable for open water
Lightweight
Only 14.5 kilograms.
Adjustable Backrest
Can move up and down, as well as forwards and backwards (a bit).
Very supportive side straps.
Quick Set up
13 minutes from in-the-bag to on-the-water
Durable and Reliable
Easy grip to pull in and out of water or carry with a friend.
Watertight channels that quickly slide on and seal the deck.
Fully adjustable with padding for long haul. Comfortable padding for long excursions or short outings
Provide structure and organized storage compartments.
Essential for stashing gear and self-rescues.
Oru Kayak Coast XT FAQs
Performance
Comfort
The Coast XT has fully adjustable backrest supportive straps.
The seat base is EVA foam.
The Oru Kayak Coast XT has very good back support – the seat back is high and stiff with adjustable straps to for support.
The seat base is EVA foam
There is an adjustable foot brace bar included – great for lower back support and stability.
What is the Oru Kayak Coast XT good for?
No, it is not stable enough for a dog.
I wouldn’t recommend fishing – the Coast XT Kayak is not stable enough
No, I wouldn’t recommend it for taking small kids because it’s not stable enough.
Although it would be possible to launch the Coast XT from a boat, it’s not our most stable kayak and the cockpit is small, so it would be tricky.
Anything from 1 hour to a multi-day expedition, the Coast XT can take up to 180kg (person plus gear).
Yes.
You can put a spray skirt over the coaming to keep out the water and keep in the warmth.
If you will be doing a lot of open ocean kayaking, the Coast XT is suitable since it’s long and fast.
The Oru Kayak Coast XT is designed to go straight, so it won’t be good for whitewater.
Who is the Oru Kayak Coast XT good for?
It’s not stable enough for a lot of beginners, but it’s possible.
I would recommend having a lesson to get started with this kayak, particularly learning safety skills so you can do a deep water re-entry if you capsize.
It’s going to depend on the individual.
Although it is very lightweight at only 14.5 kg, the Coast XT folding kayak does require a moderate level of strength to assemble.
It also has a cockpit that you need to fold yourself into, so it’s not the easiest of our kayaks for getting in and out of.
And it is not super stable on the water, being designed for speed and performance, not stability.
So if you are an experienced senior kayaker and you are in good shape, go for it!
I would not suggest the Oru Coast XT for a child, because it is not very stable.
Maybe go for something light and easy, like the AdvancedFrame Ultralite Kayak instead.
There is a cockpit you have to tuck your legs into and the kayak is a little bit wobbly on the water when you are trying to do this, so it’s not for everybody.
If you are used to sit-in sea kayaks, it’s no problem.
Although the inside is quite long and the footbrace and the seat are both adjustable, you have to be able to get your legs into the cockpit.
Oru Kayak recommend a max paddler height of 6’3″ for this, but it’s going to depend on how long and how flexible your legs are.
The maximum capacity is 181kgs according to Oru Kayak.
About the Oru Kayak Coast XT
The Oru Kayaks are lightweight but extraordinarily strong.
They’re created from 5 mm double-layered, custom-extruded polypropylene with a 10-year UV treatment.
Translation? Oru Kayaks are incredibly puncture + abrasion resistant and built to last.
They can withstand sliding over rocks, bumping into obstacles, and folding up tens of thousands of time.
It’s a sit-in kayak with a fixed cockpit that you can use a spray skirt with.
The Oru Kayak Coast XT is a solo kayak – this means it has seating for only 1 person.
Deflated and packed dimensions are:
84 cm x 36 cm x 74 cm
At 14.5 kg the Oru Kayak Coast XT is lightweight compared to a hard-shell kayak, but not our lightest kayak.
Most people can carry it down to the water by themselves.
But if you are not feeling strong, it might be better to look for one of our lightweight kayaks.
The Oru KayakCoast XT is similar to a hard shell sea kayak.
It’s not super tippy, but it’s not stable enough for dogs, kids or fishing.
You want to be careful getting in and out, and you should train how to do a deep water re-entry.
There is no rudder on the Oru Kayak Coast XT.
Note that the Oru Kayak Coast XT is easy to paddle, tracks very well and is not very wind affected, so you are not likely to need a rudder.
Yes, the ePropulsion Vaquita can be used via rachet straps
• Fairing Handles
• Zipper Channels
• Coaming
• Adjustable Backrest
• EVA Foam Seat Pad
• Removable bulkheads
• Adjustable Foot Brace
The Oru Kayaks are lightweight but extraordinarily strong.
They’re created from 5 mm double-layered, custom-extruded polypropylene with a 10-year UV treatment.
Translation? Oru Kayaks are incredibly puncture + abrasion resistant and built to last.
They can withstand sliding over rocks, bumping into obstacles, and folding up tens of thousands of time.
The Oru Kayak Coast XT is manufacted by Oru Kayak in Mexico
Learn more about Oru Kayak.
How to use the Oru Kayak Coast XT
It’s about 13 minutes, once you have got the hang of it.
The pack away takes about 9 minutes.
Pull out the seat.
Use a towel to wipe down the kayak.
Fold the kayak up.
What to buy
• Oru Kayak
• Instruction Manual
You need to purchase a paddle and a life jacket at a minimum.
You can also purchase a paddle leash so you don’t lose your paddle!
We also recommend a dry bag for keeping your gear dry.
The Orbit paddle is my top recommendation to go with the Oru Kayak Coast XT Kayak.
The Orbit paddle can be shortened for more powerful, vertical strokes, which suits the narrow beam of the Coast XT.
But any of our collapsible paddles will be suitable.
Check out our range of featherable, collapsible kayak paddles.
You do not need a pump for any of the Oru Kayaks because they do not have inflation chambers.
General Information
Oru Kayak come with a 3-year warranty on all kayaks. You can find details of this warranty here.
But if you have any issues after that period, still get in touch as we carry some spare parts and may be able to help out.
Our 90-day “Try it on the Water” Guarantee means that if the kayak is not what you expected, you have 90 days after delivery to return the kayak for a FULL refund.
Shipping is free for orders over $169 and $9 flat rate for orders under $169.
If the product is in stock, it will ship from our Melbourne location within 2-3 business days of ordering.
If you have a deadline, please get in touch and we’ll check if it’s going to make it in time.
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