New for 2006 Valley Sea Kayaks has entered the fresh new Adventure Racing / Fitness market with two high performance models; Rapier 18 & 20. Despite only being in production for a matter of weeks, Ian Tordoff set a new world record for the fastest crossing of the English Channel in a Rapier 20. This 33-kilometer open water crossing was completed in 3 hours and 22 minutes; beating the previous record by a whopping 11 minutes. Ian averaged over 12 km/hour!

Fast and maneuverable, Valley Kayaks Rapier 18 & 20 are more than just flat-water racers with a touring deck, they are true ocean-capable kayaks. Paddlers have an option to adjust thigh control for full-body workouts, or to use a free leg motion for a strength-building core workout. Rapiers are ideally suited for those who consider sea kayaking a sporting activity or part of their fitness regime... and want to Do it Right!

Valley Sea Kayaks Rapier 20 represents the sports ultimate quality and performance pinnacle of this quickly growing breed of fast, straight tracking Adventure / Fitness Kayaks. Perfect for those looking for an outdoor exercise alternative to the gym.

STANDARD FEATURES:

Bow Hatch: 9.5 inch VCP round, Stern hatch: VCP 17L x 9.5W inches, 2 fibreglass contoured bulkheads, fibreglass reinforced outside seam, new ergonomic adjustable seat, recessed deck fittings, keyhole style cockpit with positive thigh-braces, Yakima aluminum foot braces, drop down steerable rudder system, shock cord deck rigging, expedition perimeter deck lines.

$3249 Fiberglass

$3799 Pro Kevlar

$4599 Ultra Kevlar