{"product_id":"copy-of-the-etain","title":"The Etain RM","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .ko-etain { font-family: inherit; color: inherit; }\n\n  .ko-etain .ko-preorder {\n    display: block;\n    font-size: 11px;\n    letter-spacing: 0.18em;\n    text-transform: uppercase;\n    opacity: 0.45;\n    border: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.15);\n    padding: 6px 16px;\n    margin-bottom: 1.75rem;\n    width: fit-content;\n    white-space: nowrap;\n  }\n  .ko-etain .ko-preorder a {\n    text-decoration: underline;\n    text-underline-offset: 3px;\n  }\n\n  .ko-etain .ko-rule {\n    display: flex;\n    align-items: center;\n    gap: 12px;\n    margin: 1.75rem 0 1.25rem;\n  }\n  .ko-etain .ko-rule hr {\n    flex: 1;\n    border: none;\n    border-top: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.1);\n    margin: 0;\n  }\n  .ko-etain .ko-rule-label {\n    font-size: 10px;\n    letter-spacing: 0.22em;\n    text-transform: uppercase;\n    opacity: 0.4;\n    white-space: nowrap;\n    flex-shrink: 0;\n  }\n\n  .ko-etain .ko-p {\n    font-size: 15px;\n    line-height: 1.8;\n    margin-bottom: 1rem;\n    text-align: left;\n  }\n\n  .ko-etain .ko-table-outer {\n    width: 100%;\n    overflow-x: auto;\n    -webkit-overflow-scrolling: touch;\n    margin: 0.75rem 0;\n  }\n  .ko-etain .ko-table {\n    border-collapse: collapse;\n    font-size: 12px;\n    white-space: nowrap;\n  }\n  .ko-etain .ko-table th {\n    text-align: left;\n    padding: 8px 14px;\n    font-size: 10px;\n    letter-spacing: 0.1em;\n    text-transform: uppercase;\n    opacity: 0.4;\n    font-weight: 500;\n    border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.1);\n  }\n  .ko-etain .ko-table td {\n    text-align: left;\n    padding: 10px 14px;\n    border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.06);\n  }\n\n  .ko-etain .ko-terms {\n    margin: 0.5rem 0;\n  }\n  .ko-etain .ko-term {\n    display: flex;\n    gap: 12px;\n    align-items: baseline;\n    padding: 9px 0;\n    border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.07);\n    font-size: 14px;\n    line-height: 1.65;\n    text-align: left;\n  }\n  .ko-etain .ko-term:last-child {\n    border-bottom: none;\n  }\n  .ko-etain .ko-term-dash {\n    opacity: 0.25;\n    flex-shrink: 0;\n    font-size: 11px;\n  }\n\n  .ko-etain .ko-colophon {\n    margin-top: 2rem;\n    padding-top: 1.25rem;\n    border-top: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\n    font-size: 10px;\n    letter-spacing: 0.15em;\n    text-transform: uppercase;\n    opacity: 0.3;\n    text-align: center;\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ko-etain\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-preorder\"\u003ePre-order  ·  \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/kayaks-in-stock\"\u003eView in-stock kayaks\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-rule\"\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-rule-label\"\u003eThe Boat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"ko-p\"\u003eValley 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"ko-p\"\u003eThe hull is intentionally neutral — \u003cem\u003eneither fish-form nor aggressively Swede-form\u003c\/em\u003e — 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"ko-p\"\u003eIn 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. It has been paddled on major expeditions including Justine Curgenven's 2014 Aleutian traverse. At Kayak Ontario, it is the hull we recommend most often to serious paddlers who want one boat that does everything well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-rule\"\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-rule-label\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-table-outer\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable class=\"ko-table\"\u003e\n      \u003cthead\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eBeam\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eCockpit\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003ePaddler range\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/thead\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEtain RM 17-5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e531 cm \/ 17'5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e54 cm \/ 21.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e25 kg \/ 55 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e85 × 48 cm (Seals 1.5)\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e65–100 kg \/ 143–220 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEtain RM 17-7\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e536 cm \/ 17'7\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e54.5 cm \/ 21.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e26 kg \/ 57.5 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e88 × 50 cm (Seals 1.7)\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e90–135 kg \/ 198–297 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-rule\"\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-rule-label\"\u003eFit \u0026amp; Sizing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"ko-p\"\u003eThe Etain RM is available in two sizes: \u003cem\u003e17'5\" and 17'7\"\u003c\/em\u003e. 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 ordering — contact us to arrange one at our Hamilton location or at an upcoming clinic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-rule\"\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-rule-label\"\u003eTerms of Sale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-terms\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-term\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-term-dash\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003e$500 deposit\u003c\/strong\u003e is required to reserve your build slot.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-term\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-term-dash\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50% less the deposit is due when your kayak enters production. The balance is due in full on delivery or collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-term\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-term-dash\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrices exclude HST.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-term\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-term-dash\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping from the factory to Hamilton — including marine insurance and brokerage — is charged at cost. Typically approx. $200 per kayak on consolidated shipments.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-term\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-term-dash\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKayak Ontario will store your kayak at no charge for \u003cstrong\u003e14 days\u003c\/strong\u003e from delivery. After that, a storage fee of $50 per kayak per month applies.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ko-term\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ko-term-dash\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSee our custom kayak refund policy for full cancellation terms.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ko-colophon\"\u003eValley Sea Kayaks · Norfolk, England · Est. 1973 · Available through Kayak Ontario\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kayak Ontario Outfitters","offers":[{"title":"Roto-Moulded \/ 17-7 RM","offer_id":46263571087559,"sku":"VERM177","price":2995.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Roto-Moulded \/ 17-5 RM","offer_id":46263571120327,"sku":"VERM175","price":2995.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0042\/9608\/1443\/files\/ET.png?v=1772877245","url":"https:\/\/www.kayak-ontario.com\/products\/copy-of-the-etain","provider":"Kayak Ontario","version":"1.0","type":"link"}