Leí en su día en un foro inglés a una persona que tenía un Explorer HV del año 2000 que señalaba que era de lo primeros formatos "HV". No encuentro la conversación para poneros el enlace pero está en la red para quien lo encuentre. Para hacerse una idea de la antigüedad de la primera versión del Explorer ( Romany Explorer ) :
NDK says: "The Romany Explorer 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 the kayaker to reach into the compartment whilst at sea. Sloping rear bulkhead behind the seat, allowing the kayak to be emptied by lifting the bow (no X rescue necessary). Plenty of room for large feet or warm winter footwear. Exceptional manoeuvrability, with direction stability. Very fast in following seas."
This expedition sea kayak was designed by Nigel Dennis from Anglesey Sea & Surf Center, Wales. The Explorer is the longer sister of the popular Romany 16, introduced to the U.S. market in 1994.