NKD SEA KAYAKS
Nigel Dennis Sea Kayaks
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In 1995 Nigel Dennis Kayaks (NDK) was formed with the design of the Romany, since then a large range of kayaks have been designed.
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NDK Kayaks:
Explorer | Explorer LV | Greenlander
The Romany | HV | LV | Surf
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The NDK Explorer
The
NDK EXPLORER may well be the most widely used expedition kayak on the
planet, with circumnavigations of Britain, Ireland, Iceland, New Zealand
and South Georgia Island and a number of the Aleutian islands to it’s
credit. It is what an amazingly high percentage of high level coaches
and expert paddlers choose to paddle, yet many novices find it to be very
comfortable, responsive and forgiving. It has similar design attributes
to its shorter cousin, but higher maximum hull speed and more cargo room.
There is also a bit more cockpit volume. The Explorer is a fun boat to
paddle. It carves turns gracefully, and responds to paddler input with
consistency and predictability. Its high volume bow stops the nose from
plunging into waves and together with its soft rails and good maneuverability
gives a paddler a geat deal of confidence in surf. The keyhole cockpit
with thigh braces allows for good lower body contact and control. This
is a very well rounded, user-friendly boat. It has good speed capability
in all conditions, but is absolutely amazing in a following sea.
Length: 17 feet 8 Inches (5.40m )
Width: 21.5 inches ( 0.54m )
Volumes
Front compartment: 58 litres
Middle compartment: 39 litres
Rear compartments: 60 litres
Deck: 2.5 oz C.S mat plus foredeck rescue patch of extra 1.5 oz mat.
Hull: 2.5 oz C.S mat plus 8 oz cloth. 2 inch keel strip.
Double thickness
reinforced bow and stern.
Inside seam: 2 inch diolen plus 3 inch glass cloth.
Outside seam: 1 inch glass cloth.
The Romany Explorer was designed in 1993 with the following features:
• A low rear deck for easy rolling.
• A white water cockpit. Gives excellent grip, control and a quick exit if needed!
• Three compartments, including an offset day hatch, allowing access at sea.
• Sloping rear bulkhead
behind the seat, allowing the kayak to be emptied by
lifting the bow
(no X rescue necessary).
• Polished deck recesses.
• Plenty of room for large feet or warm winter
footwear.
• Exceptional manoeuvrability, with direction stability.
Very fast in following seas.
• Large round hatches
• Minimum weather cocking
in strong winds
The NDK Explorer LV
The NDK EXPLORER LV is designed to fill the demand for a lower volume cockpit. The LV’s cockpit rim is 3.5" (87mm) shorter than the standard and 1" (25mm) narrower with the leg braces brought back towards the paddler. It has the same hull as the Explorer but with a lower front deck.
The rim is 3.5" (87mm) shorter than the standard and 1" (25mm) narrower with the leg braces brought back towards the paddler. All kayaks have less volume and a redesigned front deck.
Dimensions: 17'6" x 21.5"
Weight: 56 lbs.
The NDK Greenlander
The Greenlander was designed along traditional Greenland Kayak Lines with the following features:
• Hard chinned kayak with a rounded angled cockpit sloping down to
the rear deck.
• Hull has a single chine.
• The front deck has three chines running into one, the single chine
then runs to the bow.
• The back deck is almost flat.
• Optional Extra Day Hatch & Bulkhead
• Designed for comfort and speed, with a sleek appearance.
• Can be used for extended expeditions.
Length: 17 feet 7 1/2" inches
Width: 21 Inches ( 0.534m )
Volumes:
Front compartment: 68 Lts
Cockpit Area: 130 Lts
Rear compartment: 77 Lts
Deck: 2.5 oz. CSMat plus foredeck Rescue Patch of extra 1.5 oz. CSMat
Hull: 2.5 oz. CSMat plus 8 oz. Cloth
Inside seam: 2" Diolen & 3" Glass Cloth
The NDK Romany
The Romany is a manoeuvrable day/weekend kayak. Designed for rough water and ease of handling in the surf. The kayak can be rolled easily and is ideally suited for the small to medium sized kayaker. Its easy handling makes it the first choice for many coaches.
Length: 16 feet ( 4.89m )
Width: 21.5 inches ( 0.54m )
Volumes
Front compartment: 48 litres
Middle compartment: 36 litres
Rear compartment: 46 litres
Deck: 2.5 oz C.S mat plus foredeck rescue patch of extra 1.5 oz mat.
Hull: 2.5 oz C.S mat plus 8 oz cloth. 2 inch keel strip.
Double thickness reinforced bow and stern.
Inside seam: 2 inch diolen plus 3 inch glass cloth.
Outside seam: 1 inch glass cloth.
The Romany was designed in 1993 with the following features
• A low rear deck for easy rolling.
• A white water cockpit.
• This gives the kayaker excellent grip, control and allows a quick exit if needed!
• Three compartments, including an offset day hatch, allowing access at sea.
• Sloping rear bulkhead behind the seat, allowing the kayak to be emptied
by lifting the bow (no X rescue necessary).
• Polished deck recesses.
• Plenty of room for large feet or warm winter footwear.
• Exceptional maneuverability, with directional stability. Very fast in following seas.
• Large round hatches
• Minimum weather cocking in strong winds.
The NDK Romany HV
The NDK Romany HV (formerly the Poseidon), is the new compact kayak design. It has similar paddling characteristics of the Romany, but it can accommodate much larger paddlers. It is slightly longer and wider then the Romany and it has more volume in the cockpit area as well as wider cockpit. Since it has slightly harder chines it has higher initial stability than The Romany and at the same time has great rough weather performance. Finally, a performance oriented compact boat for larger paddles. The outfitting is the same as other NDK kayaks.
Length: 16 feet (4.88m)
Width: 22" (0.56m)
Volumes
Front compartment: 51 Lts
Middle compartment: 37 Lts
Rearcompartments: 50 Lts
Deck: 2.5 oz C.S mat plus foredeck rescue patch of extra 1.5 oz mat.
Hull: 2.5 oz C.S mat plus 8 oz cloth. 2 inch keel strip.
Double thickness reinforced bow and stern.
Inside seam: 2 inch diolen plus 3 inch glass cloth.
Outside seam: 1 inch glass cloth.
The NDK Romany LV
The NDK Romany 16 LV is is designed to fill the demand for smaller sea kayaks, especially as the number of female sea kayakers grow. Instead of producing a new kayak I have decided to modify the Romany, Explorer and Greenlander Pro. For all of these models a LV (Low Volume) option is available. All kayaks have modified cockpits and reduced volume, while the hulls remain essentially the same. The LV kayaks have been fitted with a new Keyhole cockpit rim customized to fit smaller kayakers. The rim is 3.5" (87mm) shorter than the standard and 1" (25mm) narrower with the leg braces brought back towards the paddler. All kayaks have less volume and a redesigned front deck.
Dimensions: 16' x 21.5"
Weight: 54 lbs
Romany LV Elite – Lightly Used IN STOCK NOW —
Weight: Elite lay-up is 8-10 lbs lighter than the standard layup (approx. 45 lb.)
Features:
Low rear deck for easy rolling
white water cockpit for easy entry/exit
sloping rear bulkhead behind the seat, for quick emptying of the cockpit
large round hatches
exceptional maneuverability
Pampered and well cared for light-weight sea kayak. Hatches are watertight. Comfortable foam seat.
ON SALE: $2700.00 new pricing of $3500-$3600
The NDK Romany Surf
The Romany Surf, is designed as a day, play, short trip kayak for the larger paddler that wants that Romany performance. It has a wider keyhole cockpit than any other British made fiberglass sea kayak and has more volume in the rear to support the paddler’s extra weight and gear. The Romany Surf has higher initial stability than the Romany, and with its flatter hull and harder chines, it surfs even better…just ask
Fiona Whitehead. The hull design offers maximum support and the shaped foredeck allows for larger feet.
Dimensions: 16'2" x 21.75". Cockpit: 32"x 17.25"
Weight: 56 lbs