Re: [Paddlewise] Planing

From: Michael Daly <michaeldaly_at_rogers.com>
Date: Thu, 17 Jan 2002 18:44:28 -0500
From: "John Blackburn" <digipixs_at_erols.com>
>   
> Does this mean there is noticeably less energy going into wave formation?  

Yes, but there are other things that kick in.  Spray resistance can be
almost as great as the wave-making resistance it replaces.  Wetted
surface is reduced, so skin friction is reduced as well.  The latter
accounts for most of the reduction in resistance when on plane.

Mike

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