Charlie Morgan wrote:
On Fri, 30 Jun 2006 12:05:20 -0400, DSK wrote:

Charlie Morgan wrote:
Applying Froudes formula for hull speed, a 43 foot boat with a
displacement hull has a theoretical hull speed of about 8.79 knots.

That depends on the speed-length ratio, which of course
dependend on prismatic coefficient and length/beam ratio
among other things.

"Hull Speed" is not a carved-in-stone absolute figure.

DSK

I believe I mentioned both the method I used to come up with that
figure, and I used the word "theoretical". Froudes formula is widely
accepted around the world for figuring approximate theoretical hull
speed. Where did you derive the notion that I felt it was carved in
stone? Do you know of some special reason (bordering on magic) why
Joe's boat would have a hull speed of 13 knots? I think the figure I
gave is probably close to the truth, or maybe even a bit optimistic.
If you think it is far off, I'd appreciate knowing your reasoning.

CWM

Your are just a **** hair shy of the true hull speed of my boat
Charlie.
Don't tell bonehead.

Joe