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Seaplane deadrise

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Georden

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Location
Calgary, AB Canada
Google tells me standard deadrise is between 15 and 25 degrees. If operating from smooth water (1' waves max, 4-6" typical) can this be reduced to draw less water and get on step faster?
 
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