Valley Etain RM — In Stock
These are stock boats from our 2026 Valley order — already specified, with no custom build slot or factory wait. Pick your size and colour from what's listed below. Want a different colour, or the 17-1 size? Pre-order an Etain RM built to order. Looking for a composite Etain instead? See the composite Etain in stock.
The Boat
Valley has been building expedition sea kayaks since the Nordkapp in 1975 — a hull that effectively invented the category. The Etain is their modern answer to that legacy: an expedition-capable kayak that doesn't demand an expedition to justify taking it out. Its speed, tracking, and load-resistance make it equally at home on a day paddle or a week-long coastal traverse.
The hull is intentionally neutral — neither fish-form nor aggressively Swede-form — which gives it predictable handling regardless of conditions or load. The widest point sits at the paddler's hips, creating a direct connection between body and boat. A shallow-to-moderate V keel delivers initial stability without sacrificing performance; moderate rocker keeps it lively without wandering. The result is a kayak that tracks well on an even keel, carves cleanly on edge, and surfs with confidence.
In triple-layer polyethylene, the Etain RM is stiffer and more durable than most plastic sea kayaks on the market — with welded bulkheads (not foam), Valley rubber hatches, a retractable skeg, a day hatch, and a front 4th hatch. At Kayak Ontario, it is the hull we recommend most often to serious paddlers who want one boat that does everything well.
Available Hulls
| Size | Colours |
|---|---|
| 17-5 | Blue · Red · Yellow · Orange |
| 17-7 | Blue · Red |
Solid colour throughout. Quantities are limited; if a colour isn't selectable, it has sold.
Specifications
| Model | Length | Beam | Weight | Cockpit | Paddler range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Etain RM 17-5 | 531 cm / 17'5" | 54 cm / 21.25" | 25 kg / 55 lb | 85 × 48 cm (Seals 1.5) | 65–100 kg / 143–220 lb |
| Etain RM 17-7 | 536 cm / 17'7" | 54.5 cm / 21.5" | 26 kg / 57.5 lb | 88 × 50 cm (Seals 1.7) | 90–135 kg / 198–297 lb |
Fit & Sizing
The 17-5 fits paddlers from 65–100 kg; the 17-7 is built for 90–135 kg and has a larger cockpit opening. Both share the same hull character. If you are unsure which size fits you best, we strongly recommend a demo paddle before buying — contact us to arrange one at our Hamilton location or at an upcoming clinic.
Terms of Sale
— Stock kayaks are sold as listed. Colour and fittings are fixed.
— A $500 deposit reserves your hull. The balance is due in full on delivery or collection.
— Prices exclude HST.
— All-in pricing: shipping from the factory to our Hamilton facility — including marine insurance, brokerage, and customs clearance — is included in the price shown. Onward delivery within Canada is available and quoted separately on request.
— Kayak Ontario will store your kayak at no charge for 14 days from the date we notify you it is ready for collection. After that, a storage fee of $50 per kayak per month applies.
— See our refund policy for cancellation terms.
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