"Paul Schilter" paulschilter@comcast,dot,net wrote in message ...
Matt,
I wonder if the right kind of ruff might not be better. From what I've
read some of the speed swimmers are using a type of body suit that mimics a
fish's skin, reducing drag.
Paul

Absolutely right! A little rough actually has less drag. However thats
difficult to get..I believe shark skin has that roughness that reduces
drag.

IF this can be sprayed on it would be a must have

Matt


"Matt Lang" wrote in message
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On Thu, 29 Jul 2004 21:08:41 -0400, "Doug Dotson"
wrote:

From what I gather over the years, the inside if a steal hull boat
should be left accessable for maintenance.

Doug
s/v Callista

I'm talking about the outside, not the inside. Several boaters
around here (fresh water) have done so.



This Rhino stuff although very tough is very rough .. I would be
concerned it increases drag of the boat in the water significantly ...

Matt