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Re: lv-ab: keels

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Date: Thu Dec 20 2001 - 22:20:44 EST

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    In a message dated 11/29/01 11:18:20 AM Eastern Standard Time,
     writes:

    > What is better, full keel, fin keel or twin keels for blue water
    > cruising and safety?
    >

    Full keels are steadier, slower, and more rugged.

    Fin keels are quicker to turn, faster, more fragile.

    Twin keels appear to be only useful for boats that must dry out between tide
    changes. They are slow.

    Norm
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