> Hey, that's why a lot of boat ( kayak, canoe, or otherwise ) you would
> want to cruise in.

> Looks like the fact that they stand up ( in the canoes ) has something to
> due with it too...

The use of this diamond shape is mainly because of the rule like Nick Shade says. But you also get a nice entry angel and a clean ax like design. And the paddler can use his paddel more efficient due to the slender fore part.

But why on earth do you call it Swede-form????

Hans Friedel "a real Swede designer"