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Plumb Bows

Discussion in 'General Yachting Discussion' started by PacBlue, Oct 24, 2019.

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  1. PacBlue

    PacBlue Senior Member

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    Since the ocean is the ultimate equalizer, I am looking at what the real, if any, benefits of a plumb bow are, other than a designer's pen stroke on paper.

    When you get caught outside and have to slug your way home stuff - imo a plumb bow can be a detriment in a following sea at those "slug it out speeds' as they can have a greater tendency to dig/bow steer /broach.
  2. Capt Ralph

    Capt Ralph Senior Member

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    I have not been here in a plumb bow hull. I have a feeling if the keel is shorter than wave spacing, it's going to be ugly.
  3. Beau

    Beau Senior Member

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    Not to mention your spine and teeth.... Not seeking to hi jack the thread but a lot has to do with wave period. The shorter sea periods with 3-4' height in LI sound will jar your molars out, where a 10 second period of 6-8' of Montauk are manageable. Admittedly the shape of the seas, running with or against a wind for instance, has its own affect.
    Last edited: Nov 1, 2019