Alden is proud to introduce our latest open water sliding seat rowing boat, our 16’ Whitehall with Gullwing Folding Rigger System.  The wineglass stern and sharp bow entry guarantee that the boat will track well.  It is easily powered, light in the hands and rides high, straight and true on its narrow waterline.  Trimmed with Philippine mahogany, the gunwales are glued, screwed, capped and varnished.

Designed by Gary Piantedosi, the Gullwing outriggers fold in and nest below the gunwales.  It’s very simple to swing them into position and lock them into place, by rotating them until they hit the stop position and tightening the outboard knob to lock.  Energy is transmitted longitudinally along the gunwale rail, creating the most secure, powerful and quiet way to power the boat.

The hull is an iteration of a classic Boston 14’ Whitehall that is two feet longer with a lovely wineglass stern.  Originally designed to taxi passengers and cargo from moored boats to shore, this hull shape actually becomes more stable with heavier loads.

Our Whitehall can be rowed solo or with a non-rowing passenger.  Typically, you would row with the Gullwing rigger in the stern position and move it to a midships position, with a passenger sitting on the stern bulkhead.  We also cut down the freeboard for less windage and better geometry for rowing.  At 16’, the boat glides over the waves and although you’re close to the water, you’ll always stay dry.

Find out more about the Alden Whitehall click here.