Getting Started

The first step from here on the site is to settle on a design or designs. All that means is that you have your own unique vision of the way you want to experience a boat of your own. Think of it as the starting point for a true custom build. Sam’s forty years, thousands of miles, and family of experts in the world of boating are all there to help you realize that dream.

We’re working on dividing the design catalog into motor, sail, and human powered designs, although these categories aren’t always absolute. Be aware that the design catalog contains a great many crossover designs. Some boats can operate efficiently in all three modes of propulsion. Sam likes to push the boundaries and explore the hidden synergies of boat design. For now, the designs are split into overall lengths.

Step two, once you find a design or three, is to talk to Sam. This is the true beginning of Sam’s design process for your boat. He’ll listen to what you want out of your waterborne life and guide you to the best solution for your new Devlin boat. Whatever the answer, your boat will be intimately custom, one of a kind, and prepared for many years of navigation on your home waters.