At OWRC, we're most familiar with Maas shells. We've been using them in our club program every day since 1985, and have been a dealer for Maas since 1987. We have 14 Maas shells in use as club boats, including the new Maas double, and we store over 100 private shells, the majority of which are Maas shells. The shells have really proved themselves over the years in performance, durability and easy upkeep. Why buy a shell through Open Water Rowing Center? Our prices are the same as the prices at the Maas Boat Company, and we offer many helpful extras. We have plenty of time to spend with you. You can try out the Maas shells here, and we can help you to decide which shell is the best for your skill level, storage constraints, water conditions you will be encountering, and other important factors. And when your shell arrives, we can help you rig it. We also have information about other types of shells, to help you compare them to Maas shells.
We can assist you with your plans for graphics, if you want to customize your shell. We have worked with lots of people planning their boat designs, and we have a good idea of what designs work best with the lines of the shells. If you need ideas, we can walk you through our boathouse to illustrate the available colors and design possibilities. We can deliver your shell to you for a small delivery charge if you live in the Bay Area.
We're open every day (our hours) to answer your questions after you buy your shell. Got problems with technique? Not sure if you should change the rigging? Call us. If you are interested in trying out the Maas shells, call and schedule a time to come in. You're welcome to drop in at any time, but we'll be able to spend the most time with you if we know when you're coming.
MAAS SHELLS
Maas Double
Length 31', Beam 22.5", Beam at waterline 14.75", Weight 65 lbs.
Carbon Fiber
Maas Aero
Length 21'3", Beam 25", Beam at waterline 19", Weight 40 lbs.
In Carbon Fiber - 35 lbs.
Maas 24
Length 24', Beam 20", Beam at waterline 14", Weight 40 lbs.
In Carbon Fiber - 36 lbs.
Maas Flyweight Single (rowers lighter than 145 lbs.)
Length 24', Beam at washbox 16.5", Beam at waterline 12", 35 lbs.
In carbon fiber - 31.5 lbs.
Maas Flat Water Single
Length 27", Beam at waterline 12", Weight 33 lbs.
Extras
- Self bailer, installed (a must in open water)
- Ritchie compass, installed (deck mount)
- Nexus compass, installed (deck or bulkhead mount)
- Large (rough water) fin for Maas 24 and Aero
- Medium fin (for Maas Flat Water and Flyweight Open Water singles)
- Bow ball
- Bow splashguard (for Flat Water and Flyweight singles) - clear only
- Carbon Fiber Bow splashguard (for Double)
- Performance package for carbon fiber shells (saves 1.25 lbs)
- Strokecoach/Speedcoach installation
Colors and Graphics
Talk to our staff for all the options. Pricing for all custom color or design work is subject to confirmation from the Maas Boat Company. Visit our boathouse to see various designs and colors.
Oars
-Dreher Carbon Fiber Oars
-Fixed Length, Macon or Hatchet
-Adjustable Length, Hatchet, Apex or ApexR2
To Order
We will give you an approximate delivery date when you place your order and make the appropriate deposit. Wait time for shells currently vis about six to eight weeks. Colors and grphics may add to the wait time.
USED SHELL SALES
Used boats are a rare commodity these days. We'd post a list, but it would be outdated almost immediately. At any given moment, we might have a boat available so give us a call or send an e-mail.
USED CLUB SHELL SALES
Our club shells are replaced every year. The boats can be reserved with a $1000 deposit. Oars are sold separately, and may or may not be available.