Hi Steph, I was about to buy an Oru Inlet but then I found your Channel. After watching all your Oru Videos you increased my interest in the Brand but I switched. Now I own the Lake and just added the footrest. This is exactly what I needed! My hole family uses the Kayak and we have a lot of fun. And you‘re right, it‘s an opener - every time we unfold the Oru someone has some questions. Thanks for your Videos!
I saw someone recommend a seat hack for another Oru kayak model (possibly the Bay). It's called the Jackson Kayak "Sweet Cheeks" seat pad. It makes an exact imprint of your seat and thighs, and contains foam beans. The purple seat looks like a great option too.
The purple is not back support. They do make a back cushion, but I'm not sure that would work in a kayak. What kind of life jacket do you wear when you kayak?
Thank you for this really nice tutorial. You make it simple and direct. The production quality is really high quality. Has any ever told you that you look like you could be Sandra Bullock's daughter?
What about using cycling shorts for some extra insulation. I don't like the idea of sitting too high in the cockpit. I like to sit low for increased stability.
The seat saver does come with a cable on it just to attach to the yak incase it comes out so you don't loose it. I took mine off, so maybe that's what's different?
Oru doesn't use the friend link anymore. But I have an affiliate link with Oru now so I get a little commission if you use this link to buy an Oru: bit.ly/3Qfwa7L And this is a link to all the gear I use: bit.ly/skgearweb
I went to the Purple website and was not sure which seat cushion would be best. In your video, yours looks like an outline of a persons bottom but on the website they all look square to me. Did you trim the cushion you got to get the shape you showed in the video? If not, which cushion did you purchase. Any advice would be appreciated.
It's the Purple Foldaway Seat Cushion. But Oru just came out with a gel seat that you might want to check out: th-cam.com/video/U9hGU2uBdTQ/w-d-xo.html
I keep my phone in my life jacket pocket or in this waterproof case: amzn.to/3MKVQbE. Oru Kayak does make a mount but I have not tried it yet: alnk.to/fSgch00
I haven't had an issue. I have a floating case on the camera if it does fall off. Oru makes a camera mount now too if you are looking for something that attaches.
Love your channel! I just got the Oru Inlet so definitely will get the purple seat and the seat holder.
Hi Steph, I was about to buy an Oru Inlet but then I found your Channel. After watching all your Oru Videos you increased my interest in the Brand but I switched. Now I own the Lake and just added the footrest. This is exactly what I needed! My hole family uses the Kayak and we have a lot of fun. And you‘re right, it‘s an opener - every time we unfold the Oru someone has some questions. Thanks for your Videos!
So glad you all enjoy it! Happy Paddling!
Love the videos
I saw someone recommend a seat hack for another Oru kayak model (possibly the Bay). It's called the Jackson Kayak "Sweet Cheeks" seat pad. It makes an exact imprint of your seat and thighs, and contains foam beans. The purple seat looks like a great option too.
Does the purple or sweet cheeks add any lower back support? Using the original Oru seat plus Oru gel and no butt problems, but need more back support.
The purple is not back support. They do make a back cushion, but I'm not sure that would work in a kayak. What kind of life jacket do you wear when you kayak?
@libbymackey9040 I had wondered the same thing re sweetcheek giving a bit of back support and more secure feeling…did you (or others) try it?
Thank you for this really nice tutorial. You make it simple and direct. The production quality is really high quality. Has any ever told you that you look like you could be Sandra Bullock's daughter?
I have gotten Sandra Bullock before yes :)
@smkauthor my youngest daughter, looks like a Latino version of Sandra, and you and my daughter have a resemblance.
Thanks for the tip about Oru seat keeper. My back seat support keep coming off. It is annoying. Just bought it on Esty. 😊
What about using cycling shorts for some extra insulation. I don't like the idea of sitting too high in the cockpit. I like to sit low for increased stability.
I just got my new Oru Inlet kayak and the seat holder. It seems in the newer model, the seat holder doesn't work. Cause there is an extra cable now.
A newer model of the inlet? There's an extra cable on the inlet or the seat holder?
@@smkauthor extra cable. Like there is a cable for holding the seat that goes to a hole and then from the hole to the seat lock.
The seat saver does come with a cable on it just to attach to the yak incase it comes out so you don't loose it. I took mine off, so maybe that's what's different?
Very helpfull! Thank you ❤️
Hi Steph. Your reviews are very helpful. also I like your hat. Please tell me where you got it. Thanks
Sunday Afternoons Women's Shade Hat: amzn.to/3MFd75O
Thanks for the great videos! Your Oru friend link no longer works. Is there another you could post? Thanks!
Oru doesn't use the friend link anymore. But I have an affiliate link with Oru now so I get a little commission if you use this link to buy an Oru: bit.ly/3Qfwa7L And this is a link to all the gear I use: bit.ly/skgearweb
Hey Steph! Enjoy your videos. Wondering if you can recommend any dry pants for women?
Hi Libby- Thanks! I have looked a little into NRS dry pants, but have not tried any because I don't really need them in Florida.
I went to the Purple website and was not sure which seat cushion would be best. In your video, yours looks like an outline of a persons bottom but on the website they all look square to me. Did you trim the cushion you got to get the shape you showed in the video? If not, which cushion did you purchase. Any advice would be appreciated.
It's the Purple Foldaway Seat Cushion. But Oru just came out with a gel seat that you might want to check out: th-cam.com/video/U9hGU2uBdTQ/w-d-xo.html
@@smkauthor I have the gel seat. Should it go on top or under the standard seat? Thanks for the tips!
Gel seat on top
How do you strap your bilge pump to your inlet, i am trying to come up with a solution for my BEACH LT. Thanks in advance.
Gearlab Deck Pod 2: amzn.to/3QVz42w (I lay the bag in the back. I'll be sharing this in an upcoming video).
My only problem is the back supporter is always falling back I cannot rest my back without damaging it
Any Phone (or phone + Portable Charger) mounting accessory that you can suggest?
I keep my phone in my life jacket pocket or in this waterproof case: amzn.to/3MKVQbE. Oru Kayak does make a mount but I have not tried it yet: alnk.to/fSgch00
Thank you, just go the seat keeper
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Water bottle cage?
Where did you get the cup holder you first bought?
Octopus Cup Holder (affiliate link): amzn.to/3MdXOQR
The camera mount looks so sketchy. Just a little clip. Looks like it could come off easy
I haven't had an issue. I have a floating case on the camera if it does fall off. Oru makes a camera mount now too if you are looking for something that attaches.
Take a yoga mat and fold it up into a seat.