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Dave Tishler commented on Steven Van Metre's blog post 'High side ? Low Side?'

Hi, For me the difference for me is the wind. High sides can be effected by the wind a little more than a low sides. On a few of our local rivers the end of the run has the river spreading out and slowing down. Couple that with a slight head wind…

Aug 29, 2010

High side ? Low Side?

What is the difference between a high sided boat and a Low sided boat. Maybe someone could post some examples? Also what is the difference/purpose. Can you modify a boats plan on your own as far as the shape is concerned. Thanks SteveSee More

Blog post by Steven Van Metre Aug 21, 2010

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Steven Van Metre commented on Jason Knight's photo

Jason, Im new to the site. But am interested in where you got your plans for the boat that you built? Im intrested in building one and really like the style of your finished boat. Thanks Steve

Takeout the end of the maiden float.

Aug 21, 2010

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Hometown:: Lancaster PA

About Me:: fishing, art, woodworking, outdoors, love life!

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High side ? Low Side?

Posted on August 21, 2010 at 4:36am — 2 Comments

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At 5:23pm on September 15, 2010, Jason Knight said…: Steven,
So sorry I missed your question back in August.
I believe Randy already answered your question - but my boat is a 17x52 lowside.
I am rowing slower moving Michigan waters, where on occasion the wind can be a PITA (Muskegon, Big Manistee Rivers) so the lowside was an obvious choice. I also have 2 fishing partners, so running a man up front and a man behind me is essential. When I go with just one person we have plenty of room for w/e we may need (maybe take the dog sometimes)
Let me know what you decide if you start a build.

Cheers,
Jason K.