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Does Bottom Paint Really Make Your Boat Faster? The Truth About Speed, Fuel Efficiency, and Performance

September 22, 2025 | Paul Benedetti

Learn how bottom paint impacts speed, fuel efficiency and performance. Find out why a smooth hull saves fuel and money and when to repaint.

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