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Why did you decide on the Zip design?This boat build was something I’ve been wanting to do since I was about 18 years old (I’m 67). My brother brought home a Glen-L catalog and I started look … read more

Builder Jeff Allen sent the following write-up on beginning his build of our Glen-L RIO Drift Boat kit. Not only does his description serve to assist future RIO builders, it should benefit anyone work … read more

Though many of our designs have "classic" lines, few compare to our elegant Belle Isle 23—a smooth, luxurious, amidships-motored mahogany runabout. There's nothing quite like doing 40 mph effortlessly … read more

We received an email from builder William Bains with photos of his absolutely gorgeous Squirt, our popular 10-foot runabout. We asked Bill a few questions about this build:Why did you choose Squirt de … read more

Kudos to boatbuilder and New Buffalo High School science teacher, Richard Eberly, who facilitated his students building their own Glen-L Can-Yak boats (a canoe/kayak combo) and floating a local river. … read more

Tens of thousands have built our Glen-L designs over the years, but a surprising number of you have built more than one. We're flattered of course, but we're often amazed at how you all find the time! … read more