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fishing boat stepped hull
A step in the hull is a longitudinal notch that runs from chine to chine, and comes high enough on the side of the boat to reach above the waterline when the boat is on plane. low pressure is generated just aft of the step as the boat moves forward, creating suction that draws in air in from the sides.. 1. transom: a stepped transom directs clean water upward to the props, which allows the engines to be set higher, further reducing hull drag.2. pad and rails: builders employ a variety of designs (pad, tunnel, speed rails, strakes or a steep keel) to enhance performance, helping the hull track properly and remain stable when turning.3. steps: once the hull is on plane, steps provide lift. A recent review from our friend brent gaskill at onshoreoffshore magazine does a great job at explaining our unique stepped hull design. the following is an excerpt from the fantastic article from brent who also runs a successful guide service outfitted with an avenger pro series. "the avenger pro series is different from all other bay boats because of its unique step-hull.. 
fishing boat stepped hull The first time i ran a boat with a step hull, i was a bundle of nerves, my mind abuzz with stories of stepped racing hulls, throttles pinned, the
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