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Inflatable paddle boards and a carrying bag with BOTE branding on a white background
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Inflatable paddle boards with a paddle and carrying bag
Inflatable paddle boards and a carrying bag with BOTE branding on a white background
Person fishing from an inflatable kayak on a lake with trees in the background
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Hand placing orange MAGNEChill cup on Vali Aero kayak deck beside MAGNEpod.
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Our Lightest Kayak Yet

Built with AeroUltraX™, the Vali Aero is our lightest, most packable kayak—easy to haul, quick to set up, and ready to go wherever the water takes you.

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Wild at Heart

Made to match your kind of adventure, from quick paddles to all-day journeys off the grid. Just pick a size, pack your gear, and let the water decide where you end up.

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Tough as Nails

Wrapped in a rugged TPU-nylon skin, the Vali Aero shrugs off scrapes, bumps, and rough water. It's built to handle the hard miles without weighing you down.

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Lightweight AeroUltraX Technology

Featherweight meets field-tested. AeroUltraX™ brings heat-welded durability to an ultralight build that's made to move.

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Tough TPU/Nylon Skin

Tough where it counts — TPU-nylon skin adds a layer of hardcore protection without adding bulk.

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Adjustable Foot Rest

Paddle stronger. The adjustable footrest keeps you locked in for better posture, more power, and all-day comfort.

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Bungees

Load it up—front and rear bungees handle all your extra gear, keeping it secure and within reach without slowing you down.

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MAGNEPOD™ Compatible

Compatible with our MAGNEPOD™ magnetic drinkware and accessory retention system.

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Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 3 reviews.

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Sooooo light!

"Wow! I couldn’t believe how light it is, so easy to carry, quick to setup and fun!"

— Marco P. (5/5)

Unbelievable light

"Perfect for traveling and one person handling, in my case it's really a big deal."

— Valeria Q. (5/5)

Excellent kayak

"We bought an 11’ Vail Aero kayak and couldn’t wait to use it. It took no time to blow it up right next to the river and was comfortable throughout the entire trip. Deflating was again super easy. Our only minor issue was rinsing it off and hanging it to dry once we were home - some water stayed in. We will need to research a better way. Loved the kayak- well worth the investment!!"

— Janet A. (5/5)

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Vali Aero

Got a co-pilot? Also available in Tandem.

$1,699.00
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The Vali Aero is BOTE’s lightest kayak, built with ultralight AeroUltraX construction for serious portability and real performance. It’s made for paddlers who want smooth tracking, quick setup, and a stable ride without the weight. Packs small, carries easy, and hits the water in minutes.

Interesting in a tandem kayak? Check out the Vali Aero Tandem.

Included Items
  • One (1) Vali Aero Inflatable Kayak
  • One (1) 5-Piece Adjustable Kayak Paddle
  • One (1) Removable Softy Seat
  • One (1) Adjustable Foot Rest
  • One (1) 6″ Removable 6″ Aero Center Fin
  • One (1) Aero Repair Kit
  • One (1) Aero Hand Pump
  • One (1) Aero Travel Bag
Technical Specs

Vali Aero 11'

  • Dimensions: 11′ L × 34.5″ W × 9.5″ H
  • Capacity: 300 LBS
  • Avg. Weight: 16.52 LBS
  • Construction: Inflatable AeroUltraX Technology
  • Optimal Inflation: (Tubes) 3 PSI, (Floor) 6 PSI
  • Travel Bag Dimensions: 20″ L × 13.75″ W × 28.5″ D
  • Loaded Bag Weight: 32 LBS
  • Manual Download: click here

Vali Aero 13'

  • Dimensions: 13′ L × 36″ W × 10″ H
  • Capacity: 450 LBS
  • Avg. Weight: 19.12 LBS
  • Construction: Inflatable AeroUltraX Technology
  • Optimal Inflation: (Tubes) 3 PSI, (Floor) 6 PSI
  • Travel Bag Dimensions: 20″ L × 13.75″ W × 28.5″ D
  • Loaded Bag Weight: 35 LBS
  • Manual Download: click here

If rider weight is within 50 LBS of a kayak's listed capacity, BOTE recommends upgrading to a larger capacity kayak.
Inflatable paddle boards with a paddle and carrying bag
Inflatable paddle boards and a carrying bag with BOTE branding on a white background
Person fishing from an inflatable kayak on a lake with trees in the background
Inflatable paddle boards with a paddle and carrying bag
Inflatable paddle boards and a carrying bag with BOTE branding on a white background
Person fishing from an inflatable kayak on a lake with trees in the background