Back in the early days before small engines, when Whitehall rowboats were considered the best working boats on the harbor, the 17′ Whitehall Traditional Rowboat was the favored size. This was the rowboat that could be easily handled by one person alone, but could also carry up to six people plus cargo. In [...]
The pleasure of sailing a Whitehall Spirit® 17 is enhanced by the ease of handling a classy and efficient sail rig. This sailing rowboat delights everyone from the beginner to the most ardent sailor with its ability to sail comfortably with three or four adults aboard, carry picnic supplies or camping gear, and [...]
The Whitehall Spirit® 17 Expedition model is our top-of-the-line sailing & sculling rowboat and available fully equipped with all the bells and whistles. Perfect for fun day sailing, traveling farther distances while exploring coastal waters, lakes, or rivers. Needing only 6 inches of water with its bronze centerboard and rudder fully retracted, this boat [...]
This traditional rowboat is often called the most beautiful rowing boat in the world. It performs as beautifully as it looks. Two full-sized rowing stations enable tandem rowing, or a choice of forward or aft (rear) rowing positions depending on the load aboard. With no load aboard, it is usually rowed from the [...]
The Whitehall Spirit® 14 Sailing rowboat is fast under sail and can easily exceed its rowing speed of 5 knots as it slips lightly across the water. It handles crisply due to the large kick-up rudder. Boat speed can easily be maintained for smooth tacking in light airs, in spite of [...]