Whisp Sailboat

Classic ultralight 16' row, sail, power boat of lapped marine plywood construction. Whisp is a very popular fine-lined ultralight sharpie skiff designed for sailing, rowing, and electric power. Whisp can perform the functions of four boat types: a canoe, a fishing boat, a rowing boat, and a sailboat. Ideal for one or two people, the hull weighs only 68 lbs, and like a canoe, it is easily portaged for camping. It can be car-topped on even the smallest vehicle. It can be stored overhead in a one car garage. It does not require a launching ramp. Any dock or reasonable bit of shoreline is suitable for placing it in the water. L.O.A - 15'-7" Beam - 3'-6" Hull Wt. - about 70 lbs. Capacity - about 400 lbs. Hull Type - Ultralight flat-bottomed sharpie skiff Seats - three, fixed Sail - Chesapeake-style cat sprit Oars - 7'