Not even a question, welded only. Rivets get loose and leak. This is what I've done for 30 years, I know.
Am I correct in that G3 welds the flat bottoms, and rivets the V-hulls? If so do you know why?
Any experience with the G3 flat bottom or bay boats on big water and/or chop?
Any flat bottom boat is going to beat the hell out of you and out of the boat in chop. Even a 10 degree deadrise hull built for white water rivers will be harsh on a lake or salt hitting waves. That is what the deep V is for. It cuts through the wave instead of bouncing off the top.
What about a flat like this with a 15 deg deadrise? Or is this not really considered a flat bottom?
River boats have a 10 degree or less V...... 15 degree is relatively steep, definitely a lake boat, that would even function a medium to big lake
I would not and do not hesitate to run my G3 in very skinny and stumpy water. With an 8’ beam and sponsons on the back, it’s doesn’t take much water to float her. I really like her a lot.
