Choosing the Right Boat Hull Type: Deep V vs. Flat Bottom
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Before purchasing a boat, determine the hull that best fits needs. There's significant differences between a flat bottom boat hull or a deep v boat hull.
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The Illustrated Guide To Boat Hull Types (11 Examples) - Improve Sailing
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The ABCs of Understanding Hull Design - PassageMaker
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The Advantages and Disadvantages of Flat-bottom Boats
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Boat Selection
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A Complete Guide to Types of Boats & Their Uses
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Small Boat Shapes, an Overview of Types and Terms – Mastering Skills with the WoodenBoat School
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Fish Boat FUN - The hull is the portion of your boat that rides both in and on top of the water and does not include any masts, sails, rigging, machinery or
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Small Boat Shapes, an Overview of Types and Terms – Mastering Skills with the WoodenBoat School
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A Complete Guide to Types of Boats & Their Uses
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Making Sense of Boat Stands: Choosing the Right One
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