Jupiter 31 vs Contender 31

[Kendall]

Which boat has a better ride the Jupiter 31 vs the Contender 31? I thought the Contender would be faster with equal power since the Jupiter is much heavier, but the Florida forum contributors seem to think that the Jupiter is faster. Does the Jupiter tend to stuff its bow in a moderate following sea? I know the Contender with its big bow flare does not have that tendency. Thanks in advance for your replies.

[bortonjl]

Kendall,

Not sure if your still looking, but I have a Jupiter 31 and have not experienced this problem. I run the boat out of Morehead City, NC on 40-50mile offshore trips. We see a lot of big seas and with a prevailing SW wind, experience a lot of following sea rides back home.