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Originally Posted by phatdaddy
we must measure waves different, because a 10 ft wave would be all over my boat, a 10 ft swell is something else. mines no fun in 3-5.
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This phenomenon appears to have been first investigated in 1861:
http://www.boatingmag.com/skills/sea...ng-wave-height
http://www.answers.com/topic/wave-height-2
P.S. I'm not trying to call anyone out on their estimates, just presenting some information as food for thought.