Alden Star
This is the exciting Star. Twenty-two feet of stiff, fast recreational or racing boat. At home on rivers or on the ocean. This boat combines the beam and stability of a rough water recreational boat with the stiffness and performance of a high performance shell. The Star is available in smoke grey or chrome yellow (shown). Dimensions: 21'8" X 21.5".
Material and weight options:
- fiberglass: 45 lbs, $3599 (plus oars)
- carbon: 40 lbs, $4499 (plus oars)
- ultralight: 39 lbs
Also available as a double.
The Alden 16 and Quest are the most popular recreational rowing shells in the world. The flared bow lifts the 16 and Quest over waves and the flat bottom insures stability. The 16 and Quest deliver satisfying speed and can be rowed by anyone, anywhere.
The 18 is our three way shell. Row with a partner as a double, take a friend as passenger, or row by yourself. The long cockpit and large carrying capacity make it a great family or cruising boat. Flared bow and wide beam insure stabiltiy and seaworthness.
The Appledore 16 and 19 (pictured) are the ultimate family rowing boat. It can be rowed fixed or sliding seat with one or two rowers. Its classic looks derive from traditional Maine "pea pod" designs. Hand laid fiberglass with varnished mahogany trim.
Combining a classic Whitehall with the efficiency and power of sliding seat sculling makes for a fast & seaworthy boat that's quiet in the water & a pleasure to row. Light in the hands, the Whitehall 16 has graceful lines and a very pretty wine glass stern. At 16 feet, she is designed to glide over the waves for a dry ride. Originally used as livery boats, Whitehalls become more stable, as their loads increase, and this boat is no exception.
Our Quest comes complete with an integrated deck that has the sliding seat mechanism built into it, so there is no RowMaster to attach. Overall weight is somewhere between 35 and 45 pounds, depending upon color and method of construction. Unlike the 16, the Quest is available either in full carbon fiber or fiberglass with carbon fiber reinforcements. The lighter the boat, the more expensive—and, correspondingly, the less expensive version will be a little heavier but more durable! Carbon boats are more delicate and should be treated with care.
Bottom line—the Quest has the same performance features, great stability and tracking—but different deck and materials than the 16.
The Quest also features a large rectangular watertight storage compartment to add to its touring features, making storage of precious gear that much easier. Both boats are at home on the open water and even more stable, should you choose to row on flat water.