# Foldable Tandem Kayaks The Haven Kayak Transforms into a Compact Package By Justin Lam | Published 2018-12-04 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haven-kayak References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2018/11/30/haven-foldable-tandem-oru-kayak/) & [orukayak](https://www.orukayak.com/products/the-haven-tandem-kayak) Oru Kayak revolutionized the concept of [foldable boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rimowa-foldable) and its new Haven kayak continues the brand's tradition of innovation by being the "[first origami tandem kayak](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-cup)." Comprised of a lightweight shell, the Haven kayak can easily fold down to the size of a [large suitcase](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collapsible-cart) that weighs just 40 pounds. When folded, the kayak can be carried by just one person and is rated for 20,000 fold cycles. The kayak itself is made from five-millimeter polypropylene and is fully translucent with orange plastic boards across the hull. The orange sections provide as exterior protection for the kayak when folded and are fastened with just a few buckles. The entire piece takes just 10 minutes to unpack and transform into a kayak and users can easily follow folding patterns and color-coded stitching and loops. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Foldable Kayaks:** The innovation of foldable kayaks creates opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts who have limited storage space or transportation options. - **Origami-inspired Designs:** Incorporating origami-inspired designs into products allows for increased portability and convenience in a variety of industries. - **Lightweight Packaging:** Developing lightweight packaging that is easy to transport and store offers potential solutions for businesses dealing with global shipping and logistics. ### Who This Affects Most - **Outdoor Recreation:** The development of foldable kayaks provides opportunities for companies in the outdoor recreation industry to create portable and convenient products for consumers. - **Transportation:** Incorporating origami-inspired designs into transportation products, such as vehicles or bicycles, could lead to more efficient and compact transportation options for urban environments. - **Logistics and Shipping:** Lightweight and easy-to-store packaging could disrupt the logistics and shipping industry, allowing for more cost-effective and convenient transportation of goods across long distances. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [All-Black Foldable Kayaks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foldable-kayaks.md) - [Stealthy Lightweight Origami Kayaks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oru-kayak-black-edition.md) - [Blacked-Out Origami Kayaks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oru-kayak-1.md) - [Highly Portable Origami-Style Canoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mycanoe-solo-2.md) - [Portable Folding Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-folding-boat.md) - [Collapsible Carbon Fiber Kayaks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/packable-kayak.md) - [Collapsible Outdoor Furniture Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origami-outdoor-furniture.md) - [Flatpack Oceanic Lifeboats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fold-and-rescue-lifeboat.md) - [Folding Electric Catamarans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iziboat.md)