Marine Glossary
Deadrise
The angle between the boat's bottom and the horizontal, measured at the transom. More deadrise = smoother ride in rough water but less stability at rest.
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Guides7mUnderstanding Boat Hull Design: A Naval Architect's Guide
Planing vs displacement, deadrise angles, chine shapes. Learn how hull design affects ride quality, speed, and fuel efficiency from a naval architect.
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