Recreational rowboat Spirit® 17

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In the early days, back before small engines, Whitehall rowboats were considered the best working boats on the harbour. A 17′(5 m) long Whitehall rowboat was the favoured size. This was because a boat of this size could be easily handled by one person alone, and also carry five or six people plus cargo. In those days, Whitehall boats were used by everyone from the harbour police to water taxi operators rowing in harbour ports like New York City, Boston, and San Francisco. Read the three-part article The History of the Whitehall rowboat for complete information on the Whitehall rowing boat’s origin. This Classic Whitehall Spirit® rowboat is custom made by our master craftsmen in our shop and these rowboats are built to last 100 years or longer providing rowing pleasure for generations of rowers. Our commitment to highest quality plus superior design makes this the best boat of its type in the marketplace. It is CE certified and US Coast Guard approved. Built-in buoyancy makes it virtually unsinkable. As with all our models, this Whitehall Spirit® 17 is right at home on the deck of a yacht, at the cabin, parked on a dock, or on a trailer in the garage. This boat is practical and perfect for rowing in lakes, rivers, or on the ocean. There are three fixed-seat rowing stations with on-the-gunnel oarlocks. The aft and center rowing stations are great for rowing alone. Three people rowing at once is a fun family activity and this boat will cruise along at 5 to 6 knots (10-12K), always looking quite amazing to any onlookers.