: On race boats to save weight the bottom is normally unfinished. These boats
: can't be stored outside, have to be protected from sunlight. These boats
: arn't designed to be shiny and pretty, designed to be light and fast. Dull
: finishes are actually generally faster than shiny anyway.
:
: That said, it can be varnished, but it's going to add weight and make the
: boat less competitive.
:
: Bill H.

Thanks. Since the boat is no longer raced seriously the idea was just to prevent further surface deterioration.