| Penn Yan introduced the Trailboat line in 1948. Built in
12ft and 14 ft lengths with various optional deck configurations, this
popular boat was offered by Penn Yan through 1959. Cedar planked over steam
bent oak ribs and canvas covered, Trailboats are easily recognized by the
presence of the double-loop bronze grab bar affixed to the bow of the boat.
This feature readily differentiates them from their lighter weight cousins,
the Penn Yan CarTops.
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| Junior and Standard model Trailboats have
displacement hulls and were designed for rowing or propulsion by small
outboard motors. The Flier GT series are high speed planning models designed
for larger motors (5 – 16hp). The boat shown in the photo is a 14 ft
open-deck Flier model. The donor’s father purchased the boat new in 1952
along with the 3hp Evinrude Lightwin motor, and it was enjoyed by the family
on Keuka Lake for over 50 years until its donation to the Museum in 2007.
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