Romany Classic

Available at The Back Woods Boat Barn – Killingworth, Ct.
(Appointments Required)

The Romany Kayak (Romany Classic NDK Kayak) is a highly maneuverable and directionally stable sea kayak designed for medium-sized paddlers. Built for rough water conditions, this Romany Kayak offers excellent control and ease of handling, making it a top choice for coaches and experienced paddlers alike. It performs confidently in wind with minimal weather cocking—even in strong conditions.

This Romany Kayak comes standard with a high-performance glass seat (unless otherwise requested). It features a low rear deck for easy rolling and a keyhole cockpit that provides excellent grip, control, and quick exit when needed. The sloped bulkhead behind the seat allows for efficient water drainage by simply lifting the bow—no X-rescue required.

Within the Romany Kayak line, there is also a low-volume version that uses the same hull as the Romany Classic but features a lowered, modified deck for smaller paddlers.

If you’re exploring additional options, you can view all available models on our NDK Kayak sale page.

Ideal as a day or weekend touring Romany Kayak, specifications include:
Length: 16 ft
Width: 21 in
Depth: 12 in
Total Volume: 276.15 liters
Front Hatch: 57.5 liters
Cockpit Volume: 140 liters
Day Hatch: 37.5 liters
Rear Hatch: 41.6 liters

romany kayak
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Specifications

Romany Classic
Echo
Pilgrim Expedition
Romany Surf
Excel Expedition
Explorer LV & HV
Romany Sport

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British Canoeing

Up and Coming Kayak Classes

Date/Time Event
09/04/2026 - 09/07/2026
12:00 am 		Taking A Break and Getting Down East for An Explore
09/11/2026
9:00 am - 4:00 pm 		C&W Private Coaching
09/12/2026
9:00 am - 4:00 pm 		Tide Races: Summer Season Dynamic Session
09/13/2026
9:00 am - 4:00 pm 		Paddle UK/ BC. Coastal Sea Kayak Award. (4 Star Sea Skills)
09/19/2026
9:00 am - 6:00 pm 		Paddle UK/ BC CNTP. Navigation Certification.
New England Science and Sailing, Stonington CT
09/26/2026
9:00 am - 4:00 pm 		Surfing Sea Kayaks - Dynamic Session
10/03/2026 - 10/04/2026
9:00 am - 4:00 pm 		Outpost Plum Gut Fall Gathering Weekend
10/30/2026 - 11/01/2026
9:00 am - 6:00 pm 		Autumn Gales 2026
11/02/2026 - 11/06/2026
9:00 am - 6:00 pm 		Autumn Gales: British Canoeing Course Week.
11/02/2026 - 12/02/2026
9:00 am - 4:00 pm 		BC Sea Kayak Leader Assessment (Tidal)

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