Looking at a boat. Can someone tell me the avantages of a 21 degree deadrise vs the 24 degrees? Which is faster? Which rides best in rough water?

Thanks, Jim

Big Difference!
Most rough water deep V boats are 24°. So if you are looking to play in the rough, go that route. The only down side with a 24° that I can think of is that you have a big wake at low speeds; no good for water skiing.

24 is better in the rough....21 may be faster in smoother conditions...flatter bottom

Folks,

OSO'ers are great. Everything a person could want to know.
Thanks for all your info.

Jim

Jimmy,

It sounds as if you are comparing an H2X against some other model. In addition to the 21 deg deadrise in the H2X, there are no stand-up bolsters (you basically sit on the floor). The stand-up bolsters are another big plus in rough water.

I too get the impression he is looking at an H2X, and if comparing to a 24 Outlaw, the H2X will blow the 24 Outlaw away until it gets pretty rough. No question the deeper V is better in the rough.

Actually I am comparing a 290 Sport to my older 280 Force.

Thanks, Jim

21 degrees used to be considered a deep V and if properly designed would be just fine for most inland lakes...if you boat in relatively smooth, uncrowded lakes, you will be happier with a more moderate V; less power to get out of the hole, less bow rise, more stability at rest and underway[i.e. passenger movement less noticable], normally better acceleration to top speed. I don't think that a semi V is necessarily faster than a deep V though; deep V's usually come with a few tricks such as pads, notches and/or steps....moderate V's are usually more conventional in design. Bass boats would be an exception to this.
If you want to play in the rough, like LOTO, get the deep V.