Boston Whaler and Tombolo Unveil Part II of Ongoing Collaboration

18 New Garments and Accessories, Plus a Custom Classic Whaler

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Boston Whaler^®, the iconic American boat manufacturer founded in 1958, and Tombolo^®, the resortwear brand known for its irreverent ‘escapewear,’ today announced Part II of their ongoing collaboration.

This 18-piece capsule collection offers a refreshing and playful twist on styles familiar to the boating community, including fishing shirts, board shorts, UPF 50+ sun shirts, and foul weather gear. In many cases, the garments embrace nostalgic silhouettes and fabrics from the '50s, '60s and '70s when Boston Whaler was rapidly ascending to its now legendary status among boaters worldwide.

“This partnership is deeply personal for me,” said Chris Galasso, co-founder of Tombolo. “When I was growing up, I learned to love the water from the faded Whaler blue deck of a 1974 Boston Whaler ’13. It’s a full circle moment to now have a hand in creating a collection that celebrates the joys of the water with the boat brand that started it all for me and so many others.”

Part I of the collaboration featured a Boston Whaler 16’ from the 1960s that Tombolo salvaged from a yard on Shelter Island, New York. The boat, named “Cea Pea,” had seen better days after many years of neglect. Unassuming Cea Pea became the backdrop of the debut collection’s photoshoot in all her dilapidated glory.

Now, for Part II, Boston Whaler and Tombolo upped the ante. Alongside 18 new items, and the return of fan favorites from Part I, Cea Pea has been fully restored and reimagined. After a meticulous, loving restoration, the classic vessel has been transformed into a showpiece that bridges past and present.

“We’re thrilled to unveil the Part II clothing capsule alongside the restored Cea Pea, looking as buoyant and beautiful as ever at over 50 years old,” said Mike Sard, Co-Founder of Tombolo. “She steals the show as the centerpiece of this ongoing partnership. We hope Cea Pea’s charisma also shows up in the clothes, which aim to bottle her magic.”

The restoration included a much-needed re-powering by Mercury Marine^®, equipping her with a new 75hp Mercury outboard that delivers the boundary-pushing performance for which the 16-foot model remains famous. The restoration process involved an ecosystem of talented New York boatworkers, including Chuck’s Fiberglass, Albertson’s Marine, and Wm. J. Mills & Co. – America’s oldest sailmaker. Wm. J. Mills Co. served as the creative bridge between the apparel collection and the boat itself, crafting Cea Pea’s custom-branded bimini top and terry cloth cushions. Their handiwork extends to the collection’s tote bags, tying the nautical heritage of the boat to the wearable garments.

“Collaborating with Tombolo has given us a fresh and creative way to celebrate Boston Whaler’s storied legacy and boundary-pushing performance,” said Lenn Scholz, Boston Whaler President. “This collection is more than apparel – it’s an invitation to experience the spirit of Whaler in a new medium. We hope it inspires our passionate community of owners and fans, while also welcoming newcomers to the joy, freedom, and rich history that define life on a Whaler.”

The collaboration collection is available on Tombolo’s website at www.tombolocompany.com and in its New York City store (208 Mott Street, New York, NY, 10012).

It is also available in Japan exclusively via Journal Standard by Baycrew’s at their stores in Tokyo and Osaka listed below:

JOURNAL STANDARD (Omotesando Store)

Address: 1F and 2F BARCA Building, 5-25-4 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Phone number: 03-6418-7961

JOURNAL STANDARD (Lucua Store)

Address: 3-1-3 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, Lucua 3F
Phone number: 06-6347-0294

For more information about Boston Whaler and to view its complete lineup of boat models, visit BostonWhaler.com.

About Boston Whaler

For more than 60 years, Boston Whaler has been building superior quality unsinkable runabouts, cruisers, and center console boats. Founded in 1958 and currently headquartered in Edgewater, Fla., the company’s unique foam-cored construction process contributes not only unsurpassed flotation, but also superior ride characteristics and durability. The current product line ranges from 13 to 42 feet and is distributed around the world by a network of exceptional dealers. For more information about The Unsinkable Legend™, please visit www.bostonwhaler.com.

About Tombolo, LLC

Tombolo is a New York ‘escapewear’ brand offering spirited and original apparel that transports customers to a different time, place or state of mind. Its carefree design philosophy is grounded in a serious commitment to top-notch quality, incredible materials, and meaningful causes: 1% of Tombolo’s revenue as well as $1 of every Tombolo order supports environmental and humanitarian efforts. Tombolo is best known for its creative reimagining of ‘cabana shirts’ -- the terry cloth, poolside ensembles that were popular in the 1950s and ’60s. Tombolo was founded in 2018 by two best friends since childhood.