Possibly my favorite part of Tsor Design’s folding canoe is its name: Adhoc. It perfectly sums up the usage scenario for a boat that will fold up into a backpack.

The Adhoc Canoe weighs in at just 4.1 kilos (nine pounds) and shrinks down to fit into a bag that measures 13 x 23 x 70 centimeters (5 x 9 x28 inches). The frame is fashioned from carbon fiber and the hull made from aramid, a polyamide used in bike tires and body armor, among other things.

The boat fits together like a tent crossed with a windsurfing sail. The main, double wishbone-like structure is formed by telescopic poles, and the seat hangs from a cross brace. It looks pretty comfy in there.

Unfortunately the boat, designed and built by Ori Levin, appears to be a one-off piece so far. A shame. I have always wanted a boat, but I don't have anywhere to store one. This would totally solve the problem.

Ori Levin Adhoc Folding Canoe [Design Boom via Oh Gizmo!]

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