Itâs best not to adjust drive trim while turning most stepped-hull boats â the trim is built in. 1. Begin trimming down as you enter the turn. The more down trim, the more the chine is kept in water, and the more you can accelerate through the turn. To a point. Develop your skill over time. 2. Maximum down trim â not absolute maximum but the max appropriate to the turnâs speed and radius â should occur at the apex of the turn.
Definition of swell for Students. 1  1 : a gradual increase in size, value, or volume a swell of laughter. 2  2 : a long rolling wave or series of waves in the open sea. 3  3 : the condition of bulging the swell of big muscles.  4 : a rounded elevation.
swell. vb, swells, swelling, swelled, swollen or swelled. 1. to grow or cause to grow in size, esp as a result of internal pressure. Compare contract 1, contract 3.