Art is a great gift, especially when it’s useful. This kayak, which folds into a large tote bag (that is part of the kayak) is in the permanent collection at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. Even though it’s lightweight, this kayak is no slouch, capably managing a load (including a paddler up to 6 feet 2 inches tall) of up to 300 pounds. Oru Kayak Bay ST kayak, $1,600, www.orukayak.com