Tucktec Folding Kayaks
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, USA

A 10-foot, hard-shell foldable kayak made from heavy-duty high-density polyethylene (HDPE). Folds into a portable 48" X 15" X 8" bundle.

Sets up in under 2 minutes using locking levers, weighs ~21–24 lbs, holds up to 300 lbs, and features a retractable tracking fin, seat support, and footrests.

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## Key Business Assets & Highlights

* **In-House Manufacturing:** Fully US-based production capabilities located in Myrtle Beach, SC, controlling raw material cutting, component fabrication, and final assembly.
* **Market Traction & Sales:** Successfully funded via a viral Kickstarter launch and direct-to-consumer (DTC) marketing, building a loyal customer base with tens of thousands of units sold worldwide.
* **International Expansion & Franchising:** Existing footprint and franchise/licensing agreements established for European distribution and local manufacturing (Tucktec EU).
* **Distribution Channels:** Active DTC sales through Shopify, plus listing presence on major e-commerce platforms like Amazon, Walmart, and authorized retail partners.
* **Strong Community:** Highly engaged user base and active community channels (over 17,000+ members in official owner groups).