Reuben Smith’s Tumblehome Boatshop maintains a tight connection with the wooden boat community and those who support it. We encourage you to help support the smaller suppliers who depend on word of mouth advertising to maintain their valuable contribution to the boating world.
The links and resources below are some of our favorites, but the list is by no means exhaustive.
Boatbuilding Suppliers
George Kirby Jr. Paint Company
Historic paint colors, family owned and operated since 1846.
508-997-9008
MAS Epoxies
Highly customizable line of epoxies; a staple in the boatshop.
800-755-8568
Northern Hardwoods
For much of our boatbuilding woods, we need look no further than Tom Devlin’s sawmill in Lake George, NY.
518-668-4501
General Timber
One of the go-to lumberyards we use.
518-638-6484
New England Naval Timbers
For just the right piece of wood.
860-693-8425
Anderson & Son Specialty
Custom metalworking and all around great neighbors.
518-623-3590
Monahan & Loughlin Inc
Custom metalworking – these guys can fabricate just about anything you can dream.
518-747-4191
Goulet Specialties
Custom cut screws and fasteners in smallish quantities. Please support these guys – they’re an invaluable resource to boatbuilding.
860-379-5419
J.M. Reineck and Son
Hardware restoration & repair – an invaluable resource.
781-925-3312
Lie-Nielsen Toolworks
The best new planes we’ve found. Everyone remembers his or her first Lie-Nielsen.
800-327-2520
Jamestown Distributors
Boatbuilding and woodworking supplies. If you’re looking for it, Jamestown usually has it.
800-497-0010
Interlux
One of the go-to paints in our boatshop.
908-686-1300
Pettit Paint
One of the go-to paints in our boatshop.
800-221-4466
Passono Paints
A local favorite for paint. Shops in northern NY and MA.
Epifanes
One of the go-to paints in our boatshop.
207-354-0804
Elco Motor Yachts
Modern electric drive systems.
877-411-ELCO
Sperry Sails
Beautifully constructed sails and canvas; these folks did the sails for the Sound Inter Club sail boats recently restored.
508-748-2581
Nathaniel S Wilson Sailmaker
A local legend when it comes to sail design and making.
207-633-5071
Fair Wind Fasteners
These guys understand the importance of quality fasteners in boatbuilding.
401-314-3443
Relevant Museums and Not-for-Profit Organizations
Adirondack Experience (FKA Adirondack Museum)
Lake Champlain Maritime Museum
Traditional Arts in Upstate New York (TAUNY
Sound Inter Club Resources
Rosenfeld Collection at Mystic Seaport
Stunning photographs capturing the power, drama and beauty of wind, sail and sea, by Morris Rosenfeld and Sons, including images of sailboats, steam yachts, naval vessels, powerboat races, leisure activities, and every America’s Cup Race, from 1885 to 1992. Visit online for research, fine art decorative prints, and gifts.
Sound Inter Club Sailing
A carefully researched and documented website dedicated to the Sound Inter Clubs.
Wooden Boat and Classic Boat Publications
Wooden Boat and Classic Boat Insurance
Selected Boat Builders/Boat Companies
Other Resources We Couldn’t Do Without
Crown Focus Media
Talented photography, expert videography, including drone photography.
Main Street Ice Cream Parlor
These folks typically do our Saturday Shop Talk catering (mouth-watering muffins and cookies), plus our evening event catering, but they are also a wonderful place for lunch after Saturday Shop Talk. Delicious soups and sandwiches, plus an absolutely great boutique upstairs. In downtown Chestertown NY. 518-494-7940
Bella’s Deli
Bella’s has catered for our Thursday Evenings in August events and they’re absolutely fantastic. Plus a great sandwich shop. In downtown Lake George NY. 518-668-3354
Rebecca’s Florist
Becky and her designers reliably provide us with the most gorgeous and long-lasting fresh flowers for our events. Plus they have a great boutique. In downtown Warrensburg NY. 518-623-2232
Natural Surroundings North
Veronica helps keep our gardens beautiful and healthy. Her greenhouses in nearby Bolton Landing are always full with perennials, annuals, herbs and holiday. 518-636-8964