HOW FAST AND/OR STABLE IS THE ORIGAMI PADDLER? The Origami Paddler is certainly not the fastest or the widest SUP on the market but it is much more stable than a racing board. The Origami Paddler will, however, enable you to spend more time on
The Origami wins here because for stability you are really talking about buoyancy. Many paddlers SUPs especially are half the thickness of the Origami and also not as wide. Other SUPs to float and stay up need to make up for their thickness in
As far as your height is concerned... Stability: The Origami wins here because for stability you are really talking about buoyancy. Many paddlers SUPs especially are half the thickness of the Origami and also not as wide. Other SUPs to float and
Our company is based in Washington state and our paddlers are manufactured in Kansas.
The prototype images have mental hinges, but the final version of the Origami will have a patent-pending hinge lock system made of special plastic with stainless steel fittings.
Our paddles can be straight or feathered for right or left hand control. We also have a setting on the paddle for 180 degree offset for SUP where the paddle out of the water acts as a handle.
Your origami is actually a very sophisticated machine, the culmination of over 50 years of boat designing experience. Origamis are designed to be foldable, durable, and flexible. We anticipate adding components that will work with your existing
WHAT MAKES THE ORIGAMI PADDLER DIFFERENT? Print Created by: Origami Support * TWIN FIN SYSTEM THAT ROTATES TO STORE * KAYAK FOOTWELLS * ADJUSTABLE, COLLAPSIBLE SEAT * JUST UN-FOLD & LOCK INTO PLACE * STAND-UP PADDLEBOARD & Kayak IN-ONE *
WHAT DOES THE ORIGAMI PADDLER INCLUDE? The Origami Paddler comes with a standard seat/backrest, a shoulder strap, and a double bladed paddle. The paddle comes in 4 parts and can be used for SUP and kayaking. The seat is attached with straps and
WHAT ACCESSORIES ARE AVAILABLE? Currently, we are still working on creating the best accessories for the Origami Paddler. When they are ready, we will add them to our website and release updated information!
WHAT ABOUT RECYCLING? The hull sections of the Origami are made of Grade 5 plastic that is UV Protected, Durable HighDensity Polyethylene (HDPE) that is recyclable. Origami Paddler hinges are made of special industrial-grade nylon with salt
CAN ONE PADDLER HOLD TWO PEOPLE? The boat is less stable under a heavy load than with a light load and less stable in rough water than calm water. Essentially, the amount of people doesn’t matter. What matters is the amount of weight, and as the
CAN YOU USE THE ORIGAMI PADDLER AS A SURFBOARD? Using the Origami Paddler is possible as a surfboard, but we don't recommend using the Origami with waves larger than 1 meter. In all of our tests it has worked, and surfed OK- but the Origami is not
WHAT IS THE SIZE AND WEIGHT OF THE ORIGAMI PADDLER? The Origami is 32 inches wide and 8.5' feet long. When folded, it is 35.5” x 31.5” x 13.5” and 7- 7.5” thick The Origami weighs approximately 45 pounds. The paddle and seat which are stored
DOES THE ORIGAMI PADDLER HAVE FINS? Each Origami has two big 12 inch long fins that swing down to make the Origami track very straight.
DO THE SECTIONS NEED AIR RELEASED FROM EXPANSION DUE TO SITTING IN THE SUN? Each of the three sections has a drain plug which acts as a pressure relief valve because they keep the water out but let the air in and out. Tim used this system on all
Our drain plugs are created to help allow you to release pressure from expansion and if condensation collects to drain out easily. Each section has one drain plug. Each of the three sections has a drain plug that acts as a pressure relief valve –
HOW MUCH WEIGHT CAN THE ORIGAMI PADDLER HOLD? The Origami Paddler works great up to 230 pounds in easy or calm conditions. We don’t recommend using the Origami with more than 250 pounds max. Standing up reduces stability and sitting down
We tested it in a Prius and other smaller cars. Here are the dimensions for you to check to see if it will fit in yours! The following specifications are approximate. Assembled Size: 8'-11.5" long ( 274 cm) 31.5" inches wide ( 80 cm) max
We recommend that you clean your Paddler after each use. Our waterways and shorelines contain many organic substances that you don’t want in your car or home. Some states and Canada may require you to stop at Watercraft Inspection Stations, and a
We recommend that your Paddler be stored out of the sun and the rain to ensure a long life of all of the components. Before storing, make sure it is clean and dry and perhaps disinfected. Pay special attention to the seat and any other accessories
Don’t use your Origami for anything besides a boat in the water! It might be possible but may also damage the craft. The Origami may make a great coffee table, but coffee tables can break too. Never store or use the Origami on sawhorses. Do not use
Make sure that any materials used to fasten the Origami during transportation are removed and or stowed away. Make sure all leashes are in a safe space and are connected securely. Place the Origami in the water and sit down. If you want to SUP, we
Please note that you are on the water. Most people get wet around water. Keep all your items safe. You can use your Paddler in either Paddleboard or Kayak mode and alternate between them while you are out on the water. You don’t need to come to shore
While you can surf with the Paddler, it is generally not designed for waves over a meter high. The greater the wind and the higher the waves, the less stable the Paddler will become. The stability also decreases with the weight on the craft. If you
You can easily carry the Paddler by using the shoulder strap included in both folded and unfolded modes. We don't recommend you taking off the shoulder strap at any time. We do have a cart, named the Freedom Cart that you can use for each Origami
We think the Origami works well in all kinds of water. The Origami was made for easy, calm water, but the gentle ocean works awesome! We recommend rinsing the Origami throughly with fresh water after each use. {% video_player "embed_player"
Based on the material science tests we believe the Origami will ship and store in heat and freezing conditions like similar sit on top kayaks. We recommend storing covered in any location.
Your leash comes with a velcro cuff strap and a clip. Fasten the cuff to your ankle ( that is where we use it usually). Clip the other end to one of the loops on your Origami and you are ready to go! Here is another look at the leash from an
We use a knot to tie called the "sheet bend with a slip" to keep the Origami strap tied up. Check out these two videos about the shoulder strap.
ORIGAMI STANDARD PADDLE The paddle that comes with each Origami is 82" from blade to blade. There are four sections. The blades are each 22" long and the two middle sections are 24" long each. Origami Paddler paddles are custom made for Origami
The standard seat for the Origami is lightweight and can be secured and positioned forward and backward. It is a good basic model that optimizes flexibility and portability. In our effort to keep making the Origami better there have been some
Sometimes when the Origami is in transit the hinges can become slightly unaligned. In our effort to make the Origami the best is can be there have been times where we have tested shipping the Origami disassembled as well. Check out these videos all
See this video and the instructions for replacing your Origami Paddler original hinges. https://info.origamipaddler.com/hinge-replacement-instructions
The Freedom Origami Paddler cart model is built for one Origami. Roll your Origami where you please with these durable wheels and store it on board while you paddle! See our tutorial here: 21" x 23.5" x 10" inches: Folded with wheels attached
There are two potential ways for water to enter your boat. One is through an improperly installed drain plug and the other is through faulty blow plugs. We would like to walk you through a test to determine which one is causing your boat to take on