To own a classic Riva is to become part of its story. The sweep of the hull, the warmth of the wood, the details that make it instantly recognisable: each carries something of the people who imagined it, built it and have cared for it ever since.
These boats are works of art made to be lived with. Preserving them is an expression of the same passion that first drew their owners to the water.
A legacy that lives on
Riva’s story began in Sarnico, on Lake Iseo, in 1842. In the 1950s and 1960s, Carlo Riva gave that boatbuilding tradition a new creative ambition. Launched in 1962, the Aquarama became one of its most enduring expressions: a meeting of craftsmanship and design whose appeal reaches far beyond the world of boating.
Today, Riva Classiche brings specialist knowledge and care to these historic boats, helping their stories continue. It is a world in which beauty and responsibility belong together, and every detail deserves attention.
Trofeo Aquarama: a shared passion
From 17 to 20 September, the Trofeo Aquarama gathering organised by Riva Classiche brought owners together around the model they cherish. Goodwool took part as an official sponsor, sharing in a celebration of the Aquarama and the passion that keeps its legacy alive.
Seeing these boats together gives heritage a human dimension. Behind every Aquarama is an owner, a relationship with the water and a story still being written. For Goodwool, the occasion gave a personal meaning to our collaboration with Riva Classiche: caring for the things people love, so they can continue to enjoy them.
Protection, with respect for the original
The collaboration begins with the Aquarama and a simple belief: the care given to an icon should reflect the care that went into creating it.
Goodwool makes tailored boat covers that follow the vessel’s form. In navy blue with white detailing and the Riva Classiche logo, the design approved by Riva respects the character of the boat, even in the quiet moments between journeys.
Covers can be made for other classic Riva models, with solutions for storage and outdoor use. Personal details, from an owner’s name or logo to bespoke graphics, offer a discreet way to make each cover individual.
The Aquarama cover will also be displayed at events where Riva Classiche presents the boat, allowing owners and enthusiasts to discover the collaboration in person.
For the journeys still to come
Preservation is a daily commitment to a boat’s future. It is the care taken after a day on the lake, between seasons and before the next departure. Through this collaboration, Goodwool brings its approach to protection to a heritage that continues to inspire.
For those who see a work of art in their classic Riva, care is part of ownership. And protection is part of passion.
Passion needs protection.
For tailored cover enquiries, personalisation and orders, please contact Riva Classiche.