Whitehall Rowing & Sail

It takes two to Tango... or does it? 🚣

The Whitehall Spirit® Tango 17® was designed for rowing together, whether that's with a spouse, friend or family member. But don't let the name fool you as many owners row the Tango 17® solo just as often.

With the flexibility to row alone or with company, the Tango 17® is the perfect choice for those who want a boat that can adapt to every outing. One day it's a peaceful solo row, the next it's an adventure shared with someone special.

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Summer delivery update and availability 🚛

Our June delivery trip is now completely full.

🇨🇦 We have a Canada-only delivery trip departing in mid-July with just two spaces remaining, this trip leaving from Victoria, BC will travel as far east as the Ontario–Quebec border. If you've been considering a Whitehall Spirit® rowboat and are located anywhere along this route, you could be rowing your new boat before the end of July.

🇺🇸 For customers in the United States, the next North America-wide delivery trip with available space will depart in late July. Summer will soon be in full swing, and these remaining spots are filling quickly, so if you'd like to make the most of those long, warm days on the water, we encourage you to reserve your boat soon.

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Comfortable to row alone and spacious enough for family and friends, the Whitehall Spirit® Westcoast 11.6 combines practical versatility with timeless craftsmanship. 🚣

Hand-laid fiberglass construction, solid teak trim, copper-riveted gunwales, and custom-cast bronze fittings ensure this is a boat built not just for today, but for future generations.

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The final step in every boat's journey is also the beginning of a new one. 🚣

After months of craftsmanship, preparation, and care, there comes a moment when your boat leaves our hands and enters yours. For many of our customers, that moment arrives with Colin, who travels thousands of miles each year delivering boats directly from our workshop in Victoria, BC to owners across Canada and the United States.

It's a day we never tire of seeing, the smiles, the excitement, and the anticipation of the adventures to come. For us, it's the completion of a boat. For you, it marks the start of your adventures on the water.

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Today, on World Ocean Day, we celebrate the vast, life-giving blue that connects and sustains us all. Our ocean produces over half the oxygen we breathe, absorbs nearly a third of global CO₂ emissions, and nurtures an extraordinary diversity of life beneath its surface.

But the ocean offers us something beyond survival, it offers us sanctuary.

The late marine biologist Dr. Wallace J. Nichols captured this beautifully with his concept of Blue Mind: that calm, focused state our brains naturally enter when we're near, in, on, or under water. It's a profound reminder that we don't just need the ocean to live—we need it to truly feel alive.

Rowing taps into this ancient connection like few other activities can. Each stroke blends movement with mindfulness, effort with peace, creating a harmony between human and nature that soothes stress and sparks genuine joy.

At Whitehall Rowing & Sail, the ocean isn't just our playground, it's part of our purpose. Whether you're gliding silently across coastal waters in a classic Whitehall Spirit® boat or exploring hidden coves on an
Oar Board SUP Fit On Top Rower , every stroke deepens your connection to this incredible ecosystem.

Rowing remains one of the most sustainable ways to explore our waters. Human-powered, whisper-quiet, and deeply respectful of marine life, it invites us to move with the rhythm of the water rather than against it. In a world of engines and noise, the simple act of rowing becomes an act of reverence.

This World Ocean Day, we celebrate not just the gift of water, but our responsibility to protect it - for the creatures who call it home, for future generations of rowers yet to discover its magic, and for our own profound need for peace and connection. 🌊

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One of the best things about owning a Whitehall Spirit® Tango 17® is its versatility.

Many members of the Whitehall Crew enjoy taking a Whitehall Spirit® Tango 17® out for an evening row and returning with fresh crab for dinner. As this video shows, the Tango 17® provides a stable platform for setting and hauling crab traps.

There's something deeply satisfying about spending a few hours on the water, getting some exercise, and bringing home a meal to share with family and friends.

Do you fish or crab from your rowboat? We'd enjoy hearing about your experiences. 🚣🦀

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Colin has hit the road once again for his fifth cross-continent delivery trip of the year!

This time, he'll be travelling through California, Tennessee, Virginia, New York, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, Michigan, and Wisconsin before heading home to us here in Victoria, British Columbia.

If you've had a Whitehall boat delivered, there's a good chance you've met Colin. Friendly, knowledgeable, and always happy to chat, he genuinely loves our boats and the people who own them. We regularly receive wonderful feedback from customers about their delivery experience, and we're proud to have him as part of the Whitehall family.

Our next North America-wide delivery trip departs late June, and we have just a few spaces remaining. If you're considering a owning a Whitehall Spirit® rowboat please get in touch soon to reserve your spot, delivery spaces are filling quickly this season.

And as always, if you happen to spot Colin out on the highway, be sure to give him a wave! 👋

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Spacious, rugged, and built for versatility, the Whitehall Spirit® Tyee 14 Work Boat combines the proven performance of our classic Whitehall Spirit® hull design with a practical, value-focused construction. The result is a dependable rowboat that delivers exceptional stability, efficiency, and carrying capacity at a more accessible price point.

Its durable gel-coat interior is designed to withstand years of hard use, while beautiful Sapele hardwood trim adds warmth and timeless character. Streamlined construction methods allow us to build the Tyee 14 more efficiently without compromising the quality craftsmanship and durability that Whitehall is known for.

Whether you're fishing, carrying gear, guiding tours, supporting a rental fleet, or enjoying a day on the water with family and friends, the Tyee 14 is ready for the job. For those looking to enhance performance, optional slide-seat sculling gear and bronze folding outriggers can be added for a more powerful and efficient rowing experience.

From rowers and anglers to guides and families, the Tyee 14 Work Boat is built for anyone who values a capable, hardworking boat and time spent on the water. 🚣‍♂️

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New product alert from Whitehall Rowing & Sail.

Meet the Boarding Pole, a simple, sturdy accessory designed to make getting in and out of your boat easier and more comfortable. Attach it securely to your dock for added balance and support as you step aboard, helping you lower yourself into the boat with greater confidence and stability.

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