With so many manufacturers of excellent boats, it would come down to design and layout.

If a OB powered center console for the NW is what you want, then I'd hands down chose this aluminum boat. Ride and stability in this 24degree deadrise hull is comprable to any glass boat I've been on in the 24-26' range. And just flat out one of the best trailerable fishing boats out there.

[img]http://www.piscatorialpursuits.com/cgi-bin//uploader.pl?action=view&epoch=1153423042[/img]

Almar

(This particular boat belongs to a friend and is for sale up in Everett. PM me for contact info if interested.)