Lowell Tenders
Lowell
Tenders have been improved markedly in recent years. We have deepened
the hulls in such a way that even the 8'10" model can carry 4 adults
and row exceptionally well. The bottom and garboards are sealed
with epoxy, thus allowing "dry sailing" from a float, ship's
deck or trailer. (At the same time reducing maintenance dramatically.)
Still, these boats are essentially as they have always been: graceful,
seaworthy, rugged dory-built boats.
Their four lapped planks per side on three sets of white oak frames give them a deep, graceful hull, excellent for rowing heavily laden as well as for towing. They are stable, dry and seaworthy - ideal tenders. We offer two models: Deluxe have cedar planking, mahogany seats. Standard models are built with pine planking and seats. Both models come with varnished oak rails and mahogany transom. A sailing version is also available in each length. Custom variations of material, design and finish are available.
Tender specifications:
| Length Overall | Beam Overall | Depth Midships | Side Planking | Bottom Planking | Transom | Seats | Frames |
| 8' 10" | 50" | 14-1/2" | 1/2" | 3/4" | 7/8" | 3/4" | 3-oak |
| 10' | 51" | 15" | 1/2" | 3/4" | 7/8" | 3/4" | 3-oak |
| 12' | 52" | 15-1/2" | 1/2" | 3/4" | 7/8" | 3/4" | 3-oak |
All models have a pair of bronze oarlocks and both fore and aft rowlock sockets. Bottoms and garboards are sealed inside and out with epoxy, with a layer of 10 oz. fiberglass cloth on the outside for abrasion resistance.
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