Folding boat.

[abominable_scouse_monster]

http://www.maarno.com/

Seem's like a nice concept, looks like it's not released yet though.

 

[Dreadhead]

hmm looks neat but i wonder about the longevity and durability...still would be cool though. I love the pack down canoe lars monsen has in his shows seems more durable

 

[bilmo-p5]

Orikaso boat - neat!

 

[mousey]

I remember finding photos from my grandad of a folding canoe. Some sort of packable frame with a canvas skin streched over it.

A little like this but a bit more rustic :http://www.outyourbackdoor.com/newarticle.php?id=786

 

[mrcharly]

Kleppers have been around for ages.

I do wonder how well the 'hinges' would last in that folding boat. Kleppers would be a bit more repairable on the go.

 

[abominable_scouse_monster]

hmm looks neat but i wonder about the longevity and durability...still would be cool though. I love the pack down canoe lars monsen has in his shows seems more durable

Yea I was looking at that, and from a quick glance it looks like it could be a issue. I saw it in a artical from Wired October last year saying ETA Mid December but it's still not "Launched", and thanks for the Lars Monsen hat tip that thing looks amazing.

 

[Andy BB]

There's a USA boat (FOLDABOTE?) that is very similar

 

[abominable_scouse_monster]

Andy have you used one?

 

[Wayne]

I own a Pakboat folding canoe. Great boats. I use regularly on expedition as it goes into the cabin of float planes and s easy to repair.

 

[Andy BB]

Sorry - wrong name - should be Porta-bote. http://www.porta-bote.com/index.php sold in UK by http://www.nestawayboats.com/page5.htm

Seen them in the flesh at several boat shows, and taked to a number of owner in th US - all very complientary. Loads of info about them on the net, including an aussie who's had one for 12 years, and despite their sun/UV and lots of coral mishaps, its still going strong. THe flexibe nature apparently helps in rough water, flexing a bit and lessening the impact. Can get sailing kits for them, but I'd be tempted to rig side-floats for stability! Very nice, but a bit pricey....