B BPSGUY Member Joined May 24, 2009 Messages 14 Reaction score 0 May 24, 2009 #1 I have two Qs 1 is the beam measured from the top or bottom. 2 is a boat more stable if it sits deeper in the water. Thanks Dean
I have two Qs 1 is the beam measured from the top or bottom. 2 is a boat more stable if it sits deeper in the water. Thanks Dean
ben2go Well-known member Joined Aug 20, 2008 Messages 2,758 Reaction score 0 Location Upstate,South Carolina May 25, 2009 #2 Beam is the widest part of the hull.Beam can be any where on the hull.Yes, deeper in the water will be more stable to a point,but you risk dipping the gunnel and sinking.
Beam is the widest part of the hull.Beam can be any where on the hull.Yes, deeper in the water will be more stable to a point,but you risk dipping the gunnel and sinking.