Drift boat height

Distance from the boat bottom to the handrail.

Height of the drift boat is a curve without a single measurement; however, height at the stem, midship, and transom can be measured to compare one drift boat shape to another. As you can see there are more advantages to less height. The right height is the lowest side that keeps the river out of your lap on the water you plan to float.

Advantages of height Disadvantages of height
Less water in boat More wind resistance
  Harder to get in and out of
  More weight