I just bought one about 9 months ago. I can't think of much to watch out for. One thing is I don't like the scuppers in the back. I am a little hefty and when I stand on one corner I will get some water back through the hole. Mostly happens when we both stand on each corner. I love mine. It will float in spit. Fishes bigger 18' for sure. Plenty of storage. I have two power poles which is nice when dealing with the barges. But, they do get in the way when they are up. I have the Mercury 115, it is not particularly fast. Maxes out at about 35 mph when wind and waves allow. I am in no way an expert on how to get it up and going fast. I think it tends to plow a bit a low speeds. But, could be my inexperience. Let me know if you have any questions. I can try to help.
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23 Jan 09:13
I just bought one about 9 months ago. I can't think of much to watch out for. One thing is I don't like the scuppers in the back. I am a little hefty and when I stand on one corner I will get some water back through the hole. Mostly happens when we both stand on each corner. I love mine. It will float in spit. Fishes bigger 18' for sure. Plenty of storage. I have two power poles which is nice when dealing with the barges. But, they do get in the way when they are up. I have the Mercury 115, it is not particularly fast. Maxes out at about 35 mph when wind and waves allow. I am in no way an expert on how to get it up and going fast. I think it tends to plow a bit a low speeds. But, could be my inexperience. Let me know if you have any questions. I can try to help.