Know Your Boat - Hull Types

There is one thing that every boat has in common: The Hull! The hull is the bottom of the boat and comes in several different forms:

• Flat Bottom Hull
• Deep V-Hull
• Cathedral Hull
• Round Bottom Hull

Flat Bottom Hulls are generally found on smaller boats that are used on lakes, ponds or any other calm water. They can be taken to high speeds but are not very stable.

Deep V-Hulls are excellent for cutting through choppy waters. They are not as efficient as flat or round bottom hulls and need larger engines to run at similar speeds

Round Bottom Hulls are known for almost "gliding" throught the water. Due to this fact, most cruising boats feature round bottoms

Catheedral Hulls (also known as Multi-Hulls) are two or more hulls put together. These are the most stable hulls. The air pocket that is formed between the hulls helps maintain stability.