Zephyr 16ft Custom Built Wooden Boat bespoke wooden boat and powerful yet graceful performance

and powerful yet graceful performance

The result is a classic wooden skiff tailored for both practical use and aesthetic appeal

Built from top-grade Canadian red cedar and hardwoods

Clean joinery and hand-finished surfaces reflect careful craftsmanship while maintaining durability for long days on the water

light-filled retreat with direct access to a compact bathroom

Zephyr 16ft Custom Built Wooden Boat bespoke wooden boat and powerful yet graceful performanceThe Zephyr 16 ft is a striking stepped hydroplane originally designed by A. A. Apel, representing a notably advanced approach to small racing craft of its era. Reproduced directly from the original offsets and plans, this design reflects thoughtful engineering and performance driven proportions rarely seen in boats of comparable size. Our workshop faithfully recreates the Zephyr using premium Western Red Cedar, Mahogany, Teak, and U. S. made Hexcel