A good read

[Blitzen]

I thought that this was a well written article by Eric Sorensen, that explains many of the common questions asked about downeast boats and their design.

http://www.soundingsonline.com/boat-shop/on-powerboats/287487-semiplaning-boats-can-meet-many-needs

 

[tashmoo2]

beamier is not better and speed costs money.

 

[tashmoo2]

Eric Sorensen owned a 42

 

[Blitzen]

Can you tell he likes long and lean and not short and fat.