Ok, Im gonna say it...
 

The V-20 cuddy does not ride as well as its reputation would have you think. There, I said it. My 18' Manatee rode just as well if not better than my V-20. I will agree that in the ocean with well timed seas the
V-20 shines but in a short chop that you will find in most bays, the ride is less than impressive. I still love the boat for its versatility and lines, I just think the ride is largely over rated.

I use to say the same all the time!! But it always got home in the worse stuff! But it was a slow ride.
CB had the CC and that rode 200 times better then my cuddy! I was jelious but I hate a CC.

Mulv - I just took you off my friend list. :nut:

J/K!! Seriously, I value your opinion even though my opinion differs. I feel the V20/21 does extremely well in a short chop once on top of it and trimmed properly. Tabs would certainly help as others can attest. My comparison is strictly based on 20 - 21 foot boats I might add. The entry and the deadrise on the V models is sharper than other boats in its class. Those two factors that are undeniably key to what makes a boat perform well while running in less than perfect seas. And do we even need to talk about flair and dryness since we know the V flair is pretty hard to beat?

Here is an excellent post about deadrise for smaller boats:
http://www.thehulltruth.com/boating-...-deadrise.html

On the flip-side Manatee is a fine boat as well. Perhaps it can be attributed to the helm in the manatee being further back toward the stern? Or maybe the manatee has a narrower beam and still a fairly sharp deadrise?

Interesting perspective. :beer:

2 weeks ago Me and the MRS was out in ours witha friend following in their 21 seepro, the sound got choppy and we had 2=3 ft chop, we were able to run 25mph where as the seepro couldn't run 18mph or stay in my wake behind me because it was 2 choppy. 21 cuddy with the I/O. Just my 2c's.

Garage, here's a good boat name:

"Eat My Spray" LOL

So let's look at some numbers here. Since I have a V21 and I know exactly where to find the numbers I'm gonna use it for example.

First the numbers for the Seapro 206 WA. The LOA is 4 in. longer. Weight is 100 lbs more. Deadrise 3º less and beam 3" wider.

Sea Pro 206 Walkaround Cuddy Specification
LOA 21’ 8”
Centerline Length 20’ 6”
Beam 8’ 3”
Approximate Weight 2400 lbs.
Fuel Capacity 75 gals.
Maximum HP 225
O/B Shaft Length 25”
Deadrise @ Transom 17º
Approximate Draft 14”

Next the V21

Compared to the Seapro, LOA is virtually the same, weight is virtually the same. The main differences I see is wider beam and less deadrise on the seapro. Two key factors IMO. I bet the entry on the seapro is not as sharp either, but I dont' know on that one.

http://www.wellcraftv20.com/gallery/...21steplift.jpg

You just described the condition trim tabs really make the most of the V-20s ride...stick ya some tabs on the transom...and smile!!...:party:

Took my '84 Steplift around Newpoint Comfort in the Bay this past Sunday to see what I already knew but had to do it...A stiff Northerly wind 15-20 pushed up some 5-6 footers and the v-20 took 'em up with sea water coming over the bow and over the windshield. I had to know. I love the way the hull pushes water away(except 5-6ft) and rides short chop. I add a little weight in the bow for those short chop days.

Somebody flog Mulv!