I'm glad to know that annoying hull lip has a positive effect in making the ride dryer! I'd never thought of that,but just last week the girls were talking about enjoying crewing on H16s more than on Nacras, because of the dryer ride. I've certainly noticed the H20 and Inter/Nacra17 are much wetter rides than the older Hobies. The newer designs are a lot easier on the feet though! <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />