dory vs v-hull

[SeaDrive]

"Dory" No one has cleared up the confusion that is evident above. The traditional dory is flat bottom boat, nearly double-ended, with a lot of flair. The name also implies certain construction details. A boat like this needs only minimal power, and is going to operate in the displacement speed range.

Nowadays, especially among power boaters, the word "dory" is used to describe boats which are derived from the semi-dories which started out as skiffs shaped like the front have of the traditional dory. A modern power dory is a flat bottomed boat meant for planning speed with substantial power. The OD18 mentioned above would be a good example.

A good step to take in choosing a boat is to look in the marinas where you intend to use it and see what sort of boat is popular. Or, kick the tires at a dealer, and ask what he sells the most of. It's probably a good fit for the area.

Get a little experience, too. When someone suggests a dory "because it gets rough", I imagine it's a beginner with more anxiety than experience. Get some experience and reduce the anxiety before spending the money.

[jowoody]

Hi all,
I'm a newby that's been following for a couple of weeks. I'm in almost the exact situation as mbische. I've got the bug to build a boat also, it needs to be able to handle the waters of Lake Michigan, and be trailerable. I am leaning towards a 19' Bartender, everything I have read leads me to believe it is very seaworthy, fast, and easy to build. I can't claim to have the knowlege of most of Boatdesign's members, so any input would be greatly appreciated.
If you are not familiar with the Bartender, you can see it at bartenderboats.com
Joe

[stump]

Hi Guys,

I built a 15' dory (35hp)in 1985 and still have it. I'd like to make a 24' soon for cruising from Seattle to Homer, AK and deep sea fish along the inside passage.
I like how dories have little draft, but they do pound at speed in rough water. The answer is to slow down.
If you go to this web site:
http://home.att.net/~td2evers/index.htm
you'll see many dory photos. Most of the guys use a 50hp to 100hp outboard to launch in the surf and go deep sea fishing. Check out this very interesting site.
Stump