Why Buy A Folbot?

Storage

Folding kayaks can be stored in a closet, under the bed or in the trunk of a car.

Portability

Folding kayaks can be carried anywhere. They can be checked as luggage on an airplane (hardshells are prohibited); fit in car trunk, on the back of a motorcycle and inside an RV or float plane.

Performance

Folbots track extremely well and little corrective paddling is required.

Stability

The fabric of the skin embraces the water and the flex in the frame adds to stability. Sponsons provide excellent secondary stability. A Folbot will only roll if that is the paddler's intention.

Actually feel the water

The experience of paddling is enhanced by being able to feel the movement of the water through the kayak's skin, which cannot be done in a hardshell.

Quiet

Skin on frame boats are quieter in the water than a hardshell, as the fabric absorbs noise. Advantageous for bird/wildlife watching and used by Special Forces.

Sailing

Can sail large cockpit Folbot models. This enhances the kayaking experience and also makes it easier to cover large amounts of distance with reduced fatigue.

Flexibility

The flexibility of the frame is an advantage in rough open water.

Great Fishing Platforms

Stability and larger cockpits make fishing from a kayak easier (unless it is a kayak designed specifically for that purpose).

Easy to repair or modify

Each part of a Folbot is either replaceable or repairable.

No need for a roof-rack

Adds a layer of security to the kayak and also improves the vehicle's gas mileage. Eliminates having to wrestle a large heavy kayak on to the vehicle's roof.

Weight

Folbots are generally lighter than comparable sized hardshells.