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. The boat shown in the photo is an example of the 12 ft open-decked Junior model. When acquired, the boat was in badly deteriorated condition, which precludes precise determination of age. She was accepted as a project boat, and subsequently underwent extensive repair in the Museum’s Boat