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It's common belief that disregarding other factors (hull design/entry, etc) a heavier boat will provide a better ride in rougher waters. I did a quick research to compare 30-31' cruisers to get a sense of which companies build heavier/lighter boats (at least in this size range)... No surprise Formula is top (they have a great reputation for their ride), followed by Doral and Sea Ray... I was surprised, however to find two of my favorite brands (Cruisers,Regal) near the bottom of the weight equation. Regal in particular as they say they cater to the saltwater market.
Let's hear opinions on how much does weight really affect the ride in chop.
Formula 31: 14,100 lbs - deadrise 18
Doral 310 (Intrigue): 12,500 lbs - deadrise 19
Sea Ray 300: 12,500 lbs - deadrise 21
Chaparral 310: 11,400 lbs - deadrise 18
Four Winns 318: 11,200 lbs - deadrise 19
Rinker 300: 11,100 lbs - deadrise 18
Bayliner 305: 10,850 lbs - deadrise 17
Monterey 302: 10,700 lbs - deadrise 19
Cruisers 300: 10,600 lbs - deadrise ???
Maxum 3100: 10,800 lbs - deadrise 19
Regal 3060: 10,500 lbs - deadrise 18
Larson 310: 10,400 lbs - deadrise 20
Thoughts?
Let's hear opinions on how much does weight really affect the ride in chop.
Formula 31: 14,100 lbs - deadrise 18
Doral 310 (Intrigue): 12,500 lbs - deadrise 19
Sea Ray 300: 12,500 lbs - deadrise 21
Chaparral 310: 11,400 lbs - deadrise 18
Four Winns 318: 11,200 lbs - deadrise 19
Rinker 300: 11,100 lbs - deadrise 18
Bayliner 305: 10,850 lbs - deadrise 17
Monterey 302: 10,700 lbs - deadrise 19
Cruisers 300: 10,600 lbs - deadrise ???
Maxum 3100: 10,800 lbs - deadrise 19
Regal 3060: 10,500 lbs - deadrise 18
Larson 310: 10,400 lbs - deadrise 20
Thoughts?