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Devlin Surf Scoter 22 Cruiser
Devlin Surf Scoter 22 Cruiser, forward and aft drawings.
Devlin Surf Scoter 22 Cruiser drawing
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Devlin Surf Scoter 22 Cruiser, forward and aft drawings. Thumbnail
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Surf Scoter 22

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The cruiser model features a stretched pilothouse allowing room for an enclosed head and larger galley will also providing plenty of room in the cockpit.

  • Skill Level Advanced
  • Estimated Build Time 800 Hours

Build this boat if...

  • Your cruising grounds include wildly meandering rivers that require agile and precise maneuvering
  • You want a boat that will accommodate your needs whether you are fishing or multi-day cruising
  • You are a capable woodworker and have some experience building boats
  • For Woodcrafters

    Boatbuilders, sharpen your block planes! 

  • Sophisticated Design

    Nothing else like it to buy or build

  • Versatile

    A design that does everything well

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We offer classes for many of the boats we sell. For boats, such as this one, we can offer private classes upon request. Some customers also ask us to build the boat for them.

Specifications

Length
22' 8-5/8"
Beam
8' 1-1/2"
Draft
1' 6"
Displacement
3,940 lbs.
Max Horsepower
90-hp

Overview

What separates the Surf Scoter 22 Cruiser from the Pilothouse version is its extra 18 inches in the cabin, allowing an enclosed head and a larger galley. The cockpit is 18 inches shorter than it is in the Pilothouse version.

Since it has been over 20 years since Sam Devlin designed and built the first of his venerable Surf Scoter 22 vessels, this is an updated design. The Cruiser model has a stretched Pilothouse with an enclosed head, making cruising adventures more comfortable for the captain and crew! The pilothouse, with 6'4" headroom, still has plenty of room for a galley and two helm seats. Under the foredeck, you’ll find sitting headroom in the port and starboard berths. A filler converts the two berths into a single huge double berth.

This new model is a little wider than the previous version, resulting in greater stability. With a 90-hp outboard on the stern, the top speed is 26 mph. At a cruising speed of 18 mph, you'll burn less than 4 gallons of fuel per hour.

Among the many changes in our lives over the last 20 years, it is almost impossible today to buy a 2-stroke outboard engine. Small diesel inboards and larger diesel stern-drives have come and gone, and 4-cycle outboards have taken over the market. These days, with the cost of everything boat-related in the stratosphere, 4-cycle outboards make the most sense. They are wonderfully quiet, smooth-running, and efficient. An outboard on the transom leaves more space in the cockpit for fishing, or for long-distance cruising gear and stores.

The plans are detailed for both professional and home builders and have both imperial and metric measurements. Sam Devlin is pleased to have had the chance to revisit and improve this esteemed design, and we hope it allows you to enjoy your time on the water more than ever.

Length:  22' 8-5/8" — 6.92m

Beam:  8' 1-1/2" — 2.48m

Draft:  1' 6" — 0.457m

Displacement:  3,940 lbs. — 1787kg

Power:  4-cycle outboard

Epoxy required to build the Surf Scoter 22: 

  • 20 gallons of Resin
  • 8 gallons of Non-Blushing Slow Hardener
  • 2 gallon of Non-Blushing Fast Hardener
  • 50 lbs of Cell-o-Fill high-density thickener
  • 20 lbs of Wood Flour low-density thickener
  • Metered epoxy pumps


NOTE: Boat plans will need to be purchased from Devlin Builders, separately for all kit variations.


Buying Options

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Building your boat begins with selecting the option that best fits your skill level and shop size.

  1. Select Your Configuration

    Build From a Kit:
    Most builders will start with the Base Kit. Everything’s there.
    Build From Scratch:

    Source your own materials and hardware, and work from full-sized patterns.
    Build From a Wood Parts Only Kit:

    We provide the CNC-cut wooden parts and timber. Typical "wood parts only" kit buyers have their own supply of epoxy, fiberglass, and hardware.
    Order Study Plans or Manuals:
    Like to study up a bit first? Download study plans or a copy of the assembly manual.

  2. Choose Options and Add-Ons

    Additional Components:
    Some of our boats have options such as a center console. Many boats can be enhanced with nonskid decking, storage covers, trailers, and more.

  3. Get Building!

    Computer-cut kits feature all of the latest tweaks for easy assembly, including slot-together frames, pre-drilled holes for stitching-and-gluing, puzzle joints, and precision in the fitting of parts.

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Standard Configuration

Every builder will need at least the Scoter 22 Base Hull Kit.

$2,791.00

Plywood for the Deck, Pilot Cabin Top, Interior Flats, etc. ...

$1,072.50

Only the timber required for building the Surf Scoter's hull. 

$1,094.50

All the Fiberglass Cloth and Tape needed to complete the Surf...

$439.95

This pre-packaged kit includes 2 gallons resin, 1 gallon non-...

$45.00

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I order this kit?

Click on the Buying Options tab the top left of this page and follow the directions.

How much does this boat weigh and how much can it carry?

The weight and payload of this boat, along with other statistics such length and beam, can be found under Specs in the Specifications section, which is just below the lead image seen at the top of this page.

Can you send me the plans digitally?

Sorry, but until digital rights management technology for marine architectural work catches up to that used for books and music, we are unable to transmit digital plans. Currently, only study plans and manuals can be sent digitally.

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