Re: Simple question - deadrise
not sure why you asked, but be careful comparing boats by just their "listed" deadrise. i've seen some advertise a higher deadrise, but they measure it closer to the bow and not at the transom. above post was right on- higher the deadrise, usually smoother ride in chop. but higher deadrise, usually less stability. but it's all relative and many more factors play in performance of a boat. that's why so many manufacturers put out so many hull styles every year. take care-