I've owned 2 Clackacrafts and loved them both. I currently have a 16' Willie that I'm storing for a friend, and can use at any time. In comparing the way the boats row, is like night and day diffenent. The Willie rows like a wallowing pig compared to both Clackacrafts I've owned. The new Tunnel Hull design on the new Clackacraft is something I would do some checking into very seriously. The way the boat rows is going to be the most important factor in your happiness with your new boat. Go see Bruce @ Clackacraft and ask for a run down the river, I think you'll be very impressed!!