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Hunt Made Us Go Faster

C. Raymond Hunt had one of the most significant impacts on modern boating, right up there with Ole Evinrude and Olin Stephens.

Hunt was the naval architect credited with designing the first deep-vee hull(s).  He started working with sailboat and lobster boat designs in the 1930’s in Massachusetts, and experimenting with deeper deadrise hulls for powerboats in the 40’s.  That led to the revolution in powerboats, with deep-vee designs creating boats that knife through the water rather than sliding over it, with faster smoother and much more seaworthy rides, especially offshore.  In 1960, Hunt designed and Bertram built Moppie, a 31-foot boat based on a tender Hunt made himself, and used to win the famous Miami to Nassau Race.  That became the Bertram 31, a version of which is still in production.

And, it wasn’t just Bertram.  Hunt designed the original 13-foot Boston Whaler. in 1957.  C. Raymond Hunt & Associates designed and engineered small boats, big boats, racers and trawlers for many builders, including Chris-Craft, Grady-White, Grand Banks and more than a few others.

So, next time you’re powering along offshore, thank Raymond Hunt.  He’s why your boat is fast, smooth and stable.

Mike Dwight September 20, 2018 Category: General Content, Uncategorized. Tagged: deadrise, deep-vee, Forespar, powerboat.

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Forespar is a company in which a team of dedicated boaters has continually advanced the quality of the sailing and powerboating experience since 1967. Founded by life-long boater Robert Foresman, the company has pursued his philosophy of innovation and quality to produce unique products which fill real needs. Today, the crew at Forespar oversees a multifaceted design, manufacturing and worldwide distribution system from its modern headquarters in Southern California using CAD/CAM design , full machine shop, 80’ spray paint booth, plastic injection molding and carbon composite processing. Forespar, along with its other widely recognized branded products including Leisure Furl, and Marelon, can be counted on by boaters to provide value and many years of enjoyment and performance. We are always leaders and innovaters; never followers and we strive to serve every boater. We invite you to visit our website www.forespar.com, and join our Facebook Fan Page.

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