slack bilge

In sections the shape is similar to a hard chine with a distinct change of angle at the waterline and slack bilges.

A displacement hull typically has slack bilges, making it less stable initially as it rolls, but tremendously stable at extreme angles of heel.

At the same time I can not argue with the fact that high ballast ratios and slack bilges give these boats a tendency to lie down in moderate winds.

The hull shape is quite fine with fairly slack bilges and although this makes her a little tender initially, she stiffens up quite noticeably before the angle of heel becomes anything like uncomfortable.