It’s All in the Hull
Our unique hull matches, and even outperforms, its predecessors.
All things being equal in power, size, load and sea conditions, no other boat can match F&S.
Thanks to our unique Variable Deadrise Hull, Longitudinally Stepped design, an F&S hull will run with less wetted surface, less friction and more efficient hydrodynamic lift. This gives you a softer ride and an efficient performance.
The F&S longitudinal steps are of release rather than pressure design, creating a soft ride.
As the hull cuts through waves, there is aeration along the steps. This contributes to her superior performance and means an F&S hull is stable at all speeds on any quarter. The multi-keel effect of the vertical surfaces of the steps provides unsurpassed directional stability, even while running in large following seas.
Fish closer & bring in your catch
Our stepped hull eliminates the need for tunnels and decreases water aeration, resulting in cleaner water. When you drop bait closer, you can pull in more catches.
The secret to our legendary ride
The Variable Deadrise Hull Design
Carl Moesly's patent for the Sea Craft.
Read more in Professional Boatbuilder https://bit.ly/3gs00HW
No Flex—Even in the Roughest of Seas
F&S boats are all built with taller clear, vertical grain Douglas Fir stringers and cold-molded Okume triple planked hull skins. Step panels are mounted on each side of the solid keel; each at varying deadrise angles from the next. These deeply molded-in longitudinal steps, create an inherently “stiffer” hull structure. Stiff hulls do not fatigue the hull or passengers with the “oil-canning” ride of hulls that flex.
Breathtaking Performance
At top speeds, the second step-up panels are the primary lateral stabilizers with a small portion of the chine panels adding secondary support near the transom. When you are really running, her chines may actually be above the water surface! Yet at rest, or at slow-troll, the submerged chines and relatively flat outermost panels give great roll resistance, as well as maximum lift for quick planing performance.
"The hulls feature a unique stepped design that provides an outstanding ride…combined with excellent seakeeping abilities."
- Marlin Magazine
Be the first out, last in
Run faster & fish longer
An F&S lets you fish better and fish longer with exceptional sea keeping abilities, fast back down, and crisp handling
Keep your speed, even in rough seas
No other boat can match an F & S, given equal power, size, load, and sea condition.
Feel the legendary Carolina-style ride
Our rigid hull, combined with a unique take on the Carolina-style flare, gives you the driest, smoothest, and softest ride possible.