Boat stability question from a new guy?

X53Gunner · Apr 9, 2009

I have a 12 foot shallow v row boat. I found a great deal on a 16 foot flatbottom. He said it is 40" wide and I'm not sure if thats bottom or top. Anyway do you feel a 16' flat bottom will be more stable then the shallow V. I'm fishing a private lake with no wake. Thanks for your help guys!
Scott

ben2go · Apr 9, 2009

:WELCOME:

Usually flat bottom boats are more stable.40 inch floor is good.If it's 40 across the top then the floor is probably 32 inches,which makes for a tippy boat if you stand up or install pedestal seats.

redbug · Apr 10, 2009

As long as you keep your center of gravity low you should be fine

Wayne

CarlF · Apr 11, 2009

A 1640 (which should be 40" bottom width) will be more stable than a 12'v hull.

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