Propeller Basics - Cupping

Cupping

Many of today's propellers incorporate a cup at the trailing edge of the propeller blade. This curved lip on the propeller allows it to get a better bite on the water.

This results in reduced ventilation, slipping, and allows for a better hole shot in many cases.

A cupped propeller also works very well where the motor can be trimmed so that the propeller is near the surface of the water.
The curved lip on the propeller or cup helps the propeller get a better bite on the water.
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