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Valley Etain

A fast expedition Composite Sea kayak

The Valley Etain composite is a fast, brilliant tracking multi day expedition sea kayak. Valley have still given the Etain a small amount of playfulness as with all Valley kayaks.

Valley Etain - Composite - From: £3495.00

Valley Etain - Kevlar Carbon - From: £3995.00

Please Contact Us or call 01603 747139 to discuss custom options & place orders.



Valley Etain Composite Fast Expedition Kayak With Great Straight Line Tracking Ability

Valley Etain Composite

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Valley Etain


The Valley Etain Composite is one of Valleys most well known sea kayaks. It is fast and track excellently in a straight line, making the Etain perfect for longer trips and expeditions. The reason the Etain is so good for expeditions as well as shorter trips isn't only because it is quick and tracks well in a straight line, but because it is not greatly effect by variations in the load carried. The neutral hull shape allows the Etain to handle predictably while still feeling well balanced in a range of paddling conditions. Valley have give then Etain a long waterline length to allow great forwards speed and enough rocker to allow good manoeuvrability without taking away from its ability to track so well. Valley designed the Etain with a shallow V shaped hull enabling not only great straight line tracking and speed but also good initial stability as well.


As you would expect from all Valley sea kayaks, the Etain composite is well equipt including: a drop down skeg, 3 hatches with sealed bulkheads, 1 forward day hatch in quick access reach, as well as deck lines, toggle style handles and deck bungee's. The seating system is comfortable with a padded seat pad, adjustable backband and hip pads. Adjustable footrests and semi aggressive thigh braces really finish this outfitting well and should allow a wide range of paddlers to have a good comfortable fit.


All in all the Etain Composite is designed as a very capable expedition/multi day paddle kayak that has a great turn of speed while still being manoeuvrable with a slightly playful side as well. The range of lengths Valley offer in the Etain should allow a perfect size & fit for most paddlers.


Not looking for a composite version? No problems the Valley Etain also comes in a plastic RM version, The Valley Etain RM.


Valley offer a range of custom options from rudders & compasses to bilge pumps and keel strips. These are all optional extras and should you require any please contact us for a more extensive quote prior to ordering. Colours can also be custom including different deck, cockpit rim and tape colours. If you have a specific requirement please call us prior to ordering to gain a quote and timescale estimate. These kayaks are not held in stock due to the amount of optional extras that can be added, however we are able to order these with a quick turn around timescale.


For all custom optional extra, colour options & manufacture times please call for a quote on 01603 747139.


Should you wish to demo a Valley Etain can be available from some of the Canoe Shops Group Stores, please contact us to discuss this further on 01603 747139 or use our Contact Us Form.


Features
  • Composite GRP construction
  • 3 storage hatches with sealed bulkheads
  • 1 forward day hatch
  • Adjustable backrest
  • Adjustable foot rests
  • Hip pads
  • Decklines
  • Deck Bungee's
  • Bow & stern toggle style handles
  • Drop down skeg
Dimensions
  • Manufacturers Weight Capacity: Optimum weight capacity may differ - please contact us if you are unsure about the suitability of the Valley Etain for your weight
    Valley Sirona Weight, Length, Width & Spec

Custom Options

NRS Foam Paddle Float Perfect For Sea Kayak Rescues

Rudder System

Whilst this valley sea kayak does come with a skeg system fitted as standard, it is possible to get a rudder system fitted to most Valley boats.

NRS Foam Paddle Float Perfect For Sea Kayak Rescues

Silva 70P Compass

Most Valley kayaks can have a Silva 70P compass fitted in the factory.

NRS Foam Paddle Float Perfect For Sea Kayak Rescues

Custom Bulkhead

A custom position bulkhead can also be factory fitted. This can be done a a number of reasons like leg room, to make the most of the storage space, or so you can use a foot bilge pump.


NRS Foam Paddle Float Perfect For Sea Kayak Rescues

Keel Strip

The most popular option for custom sea kayaks, a 50mm wide length of tape is run down the centre of the hull to offer extra reinforcement. This can be colour coded to the boat or left clear.

NRS Foam Paddle Float Perfect For Sea Kayak Rescues

Bilge Pumps

Valley offer two types of pump, a foredeck mounted Compac 50 pump or a Henderson foot pump mounted to a custom position bulkhead.


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Colours

The Selection of Valley Composite Colours that are avaliable

Please note these colours are a representation and are subject to change. Please call us for further details, 01603 747139 or use our Contact us Form.

Delivery

Nationwide delivery available for the Valley Etain. The price for delivery will be shown in the website basket prior to checkout. For full details on delivery please see: Delivery Information


Click & Collect - Stores Nationwide

Nationwide Click & Collect available for the Valley Etain. Collection for orders placed online can be made from any of our Canoe Shops UK Stores. For full details on our Click & Collect service, please see: Nationwide Click & Collect

Give us a call on 01603 747139 if you have any questions about the Valley Etain